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SUMMARY:Family Friendly Saturdays: Pumpkin Carving
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, October 13th from 11am-2pm for pumpkin carving fun! \nArtist Peggy Stern will be providing expert tips and fun ideas to decorate your chosen pumpkin or squash. \nRegistration Closed. \nCost to participate is included in the regular Gibbs Farm admission fee: $8 Adults\, $7 Seniors\, $5 Children 4-16\, Free for Children 3 and under.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/family-friendly-saturdays-pumpkin-carving/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Children's Events,Family Events,Gibbs Events,Hands-On/Craft Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181005T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181005T193000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20180828T200933Z
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SUMMARY:Harvest Supper at Gibbs Farm
DESCRIPTION:****Date Change!******** \n  \nA harvest evening for adults! \nCelebrate the start of the fall harvest with an evening of eating\, drinking\, and learning at Gibbs Farm\, a magical prairie oasis tucked between St. Paul and Minneapolis. Along with staff and volunteers from Gibbs Farm and The Good Acre\, your hosts will be cooking instructors Joan and David Donatelle\, who will prepare an autumnal feast featuring a bounty of locally grown and raised goods\, including apples\, root vegetables\, pork\, and more. The evening will start with apple-centric appetizers and drinks\, move into an outdoor cooking demo with Joan and David\, and end with time for eating\, exploring\, and guided tours of the beautiful historic Gibbs farm and orchard. \nMenu includes \n\n\nRoasted Pumpkin-Apple Soup\nApple Bruschetta\nPorchetta with Roasted Apples and Roots\nApple Cheddar Cornbread\nHarvest Salad with Apples\, Squash\, Beets\, and Wild Rice\nApple Honey Crumble\n\nMenu is subject to change.  \n$60 Advance tickets are required. \nBuy tickets at The Good Acre’s website\, RCHS members can use the code “gibbs” to recive a discount.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/harvest-supper-at-gibbs-farm/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:Adults Only Event,Community Events,Gibbs Events,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180922T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180922T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T073700
CREATED:20180828T173620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180828T173620Z
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SUMMARY:Gibbs Farm Apple Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join us on September 22 for a day of family-friendly apple fun at Gibbs Farm. Our Heritage Orchard will be open to the public and staffed by our volunteers\, taste samples of our apples\, and try your hand at the cider press. We’ll have games\, crafts and special treats as well as tours of the historic Gibbs Farmhouse\, and Dakota seasonal life. The day includes live music from Light of the Moon Band\, and crafting demonstrations. All treats\, crafts and activities are included in admission. Food will be available for purchase from Fork in the Road food truck or bring your own picnic! \nThe Outdoor Painters of Minnesota will be back again this year\, capturing fall scenes! \nLearn about prairie plants and make a seed ball with the Minnesota Association of Enviromental Educators! \n$8 Adults\, $7 Seniors\, $5 Children. Free for Ramsey County Historical Society Members. \nMark your calendars and watch this page for more information!
URL:https://rchs.com/event/gibbs-farm-apple-festival-2018/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Children's Events,Community Events,Gibbs Events,Hands-On/Craft Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180901T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180901T133000
DTSTAMP:20260430T073700
CREATED:20180821T184922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180821T184922Z
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SUMMARY:Family Friendly Saturdays: All About Bees!
DESCRIPTION:Learn all about the importance of pollinators and dip your very own beeswax candle to take home! \nCandle dipping sessions at 11am\, 12pm\, and 1pm. \nThe Bell Museum will be joining us with their honey bee hive! \nParticipation in candle dipping activity is included in regular Gibbs Farm admission: Adults- $8\, Seniors- $7\, Children 4-16- $5\, Children 3 and under- free
URL:https://rchs.com/event/family-friendly-saturdays-all-about-bees/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Children's Events,Family Events,Gibbs Events,Hands-On/Craft Event,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180830T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180830T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T073700
CREATED:20180802T132720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180802T132720Z
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SUMMARY:Adults Only Evening Farmhouse Tour
DESCRIPTION:For adults 21+ only!\n\n\n\n\n\nThursday August 30th\n\n\n6pm-8pm\n\n\n\n\n\nHistory loving adults are invited to the second evening tour of the season. Visitors will enjoy a glass of wine and light refreshments on the porch before going on a tour of the Gibbs Farmhouse lead by Site Manager Sammy Nelson. This tour will go in-depth on the Gibbs family and their life in early Minnesota. Sammy will draw on information from the Ramsey County Historical Society’s Collection and stories told by Jane and Heman’s children and grandchildren. \n\n\n\n\n\nPre-registration required online via the link here or by phone at 651-646-8629.\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets are $15. RCHS Member Price: $10.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/adults-only-evening-farmhouse-tour/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:Adults Only Event,Gibbs Events,Special Events,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180825T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180825T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T073700
CREATED:20180731T143437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180731T143437Z
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SUMMARY:End of Summer Volunteer Day
DESCRIPTION:Its been one of our busiest summers yet\, and we couldn’t do it without you! Here is your opportunity to help us get ready for the fall field trip season. \nVolunteer projects include: path maintenance\, weeding\, compost turning\, invasive species removal\, and possibly some painting! We will supply all materials and instructions for the projects. Projects are perfect for groups\, and students 11+. \n(New youth volunteers will need to fill out emergency contact form before volunteering) \nRSVP to Clare@rchs.com. Wear STURDY close-toed shoes and work clothes\, bring or borrow work gloves.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/end-of-summer-volunteer-day/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:Gibbs Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180804T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180804T140000
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SUMMARY:Family Friendly Saturdays: One-Room Schoolhouse Program
DESCRIPTION:Learn all about attending class in our real 1880s Schoolhouse! \nChildren will get to learn 19th century lessons\, write on slate boards with chalk\, sing along with songs played on our organ\, and even participate in a spelling bee! \nAll activities will be led by our costumed School Marm\, Miss Lake. \nSchoolhouse sessions take place at 11am and 1pm on Saturday\, August 4th. Sessions are 60 minutes. \nParticipation in schoolhouse activities are included in regular Gibbs Farm admission. \nAdults: $8\, Seniors: $6\, Children 4-16: $5\, Children 3 and under: Free. \n 
URL:https://rchs.com/event/family-friendly-saturdays-one-room-schoolhouse-program/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Children's Events,Family Events,Gibbs Events,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180801T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180801T203000
DTSTAMP:20260430T073700
CREATED:20180703T010525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180703T010525Z
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SUMMARY:Open Fire Cooking with the Good Acre
DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand! \nGibbs Farm\, in partnership with The Good Acre\, presents open fire cooking!\nJoin Chef Yia Vang\, co-founder of the Union Kitchen MN\, for an evening of open fire cooking in the lovely setting of Gibbs Farm.\nHistoric tours will be offered.\nAdult only event. Registration and payment will be required ($60). Click link below to register. \nThe evening’s menu will include:\nKorean BBQ Pork\nHilltribe Chicken\nGrilled Seasonal Veggies\nPurple Sticky Rice\nMama Vang’s Hot Sauce\nRhubarb-Lychee Shortcakes with Crème Fraîche and Local Honey \nRCHS Members receive at 10% discount. Email sammy@rchs.com to receive the promo code. \nhttps://thegoodacre.org/event/open-fire-cooking-at-gibbs-farm/
URL:https://rchs.com/event/open-fire-cooking-mn-food-past-present/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:Adults Only Event,Gibbs Events,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180721T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180721T140000
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SUMMARY:Family Friendly Saturdays: Butter Making
DESCRIPTION:We are spreading the fun on this toasty summer! \nCome join us in a hands-on presentation of pioneer butter making. Use a real churn\, learn about “Lazy Daiseys” and try real homemade churned butter! \nTwo\, Hour-Long Sessions: 11am & 1pm \nParticipation in this activity is included in regular admission costs.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/family-friendly-saturdays-butter-making/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Children's Events,Family Events,Gibbs Events,Hands-On/Craft Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180719T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180719T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T073700
CREATED:20180629T175958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180629T175958Z
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SUMMARY:Gibbs Farm Evening Tour
DESCRIPTION:History loving adults are invited to our very first evening tour. Visitors can enjoy a complimentary beverage and light refreshments on the porch before going on a tour of the Gibbs Farmhouse lead by Site Manager Sammy Nelson. This tour will go in-depth on Jane and Heman Gibbs and their life in early Minnesota. Sammy will draw from stories told by Jane and Heman’s children and grandchildren to bring this chapter of Minnesota history to life. \n6pm-8pm \n21+ only event. Pre-registration online here or by phone at 651-646-8629. \nAdmission is $15. RCHS Member admission is $10.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/gibbs-farm-evening-tour/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:Adults Only Event,Gibbs Events,Special Events,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180715T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180715T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T073700
CREATED:20180212T190138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180212T190138Z
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SUMMARY:Gibbs Farm Ice Cream Sunday
DESCRIPTION:July 15: Root Beer Floats\nA delicious treat for the heat of summer. Enjoy our homemade ice cream while experiencing the beauty of the Gibbs Farm\, gardens and prairie.\nIce cream is included in general admission.\nSpecial thanks to agropur for supplying the delicious dairy products that go into our ice cream. \nAdmissions: $8 adults\, $7 seniors 62+\, $5 children 4-16
URL:https://rchs.com/event/gibbs-farm-ice-cream-sunday-4/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Children's Events,Family Events,Gibbs Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180707T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180707T111500
DTSTAMP:20260430T073700
CREATED:20180621T200430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180621T200430Z
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SUMMARY:Knock on Wood: Trees and Their Uses at Gibbs Farm
DESCRIPTION:MN Master Naturalists and Gibbs Farm volunteers Kathy Robbins and Cathy Croghan will lead a 45 minute walking tour through the Gibbs Farm site. Learn to identify woody plants and find out how they were used by the Dakota and early settlers of Minnesota. No pre-registration required\, the tour is included with admission!
URL:https://rchs.com/event/knock-on-wood-trees-and-their-uses-at-gibbs-farm/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Family Events,Gibbs Events,Research,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180623T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180623T143000
DTSTAMP:20260430T073700
CREATED:20180606T190135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180606T190135Z
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SUMMARY:Family Friendly Saturdays: Tea Party
DESCRIPTION:Tea Party on the Lawn\nSaturday\, June 23rd\nTwo sessions: 11am and 1pm\nJoin us at a late morning or mid-afternoon tea on the front lawn of the old Gibbs Farmhouse. Costumed Gibbs Farm Staff will serve tea\, lemonade\, and treats while giving guests an introduction to Victorian Era mannerisms. \nPre-registration and payment is required. $10 adults; $9 Seniors; $8 Children 4-16; Free for 3 and under. RCHS Member are free! \nRegistration closed. \nBonus: The Outdoor Painters of Minnesota will be on site all day. Watch them paint the sights of Gibbs Farm! \nPlease call the Gibbs Farm Office at 651-646-8629 with any questions. \n 
URL:https://rchs.com/event/family-friendly-saturdays-tea-party/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Children's Events,Family Events,Gibbs Events,Hands-On/Craft Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180612T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180612T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T073700
CREATED:20180305T205422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180305T205422Z
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SUMMARY:Open-Fire Cooking: MN Food Past and Present
DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT. \nGibbs Farm\, in partnership with The Good Acre\, presents open fire cooking! \nJoin Yia Vang\, co-founder of the Union Kitchen MN\, for an evening of open fire cooking in the lovely setting of Gibbs Farm. \nHistoric tours will be offered. \nAdult only event. Registration and payment will be required ($40). Click link below to register. \nhttps://thegoodacre.org/event/open-fire-cooking-at-gibbs-farm-mn-food-past-and-present/ \n10% reduced rate for Ramsey County Historical Society members. Please email sammy@rchs.com to receive member only coupon code. \n 
URL:https://rchs.com/event/open-fire-cooking-demonstration/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:Adults Only Event,Gibbs Events,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180609T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180609T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T073700
CREATED:20180524T193108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180524T193108Z
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SUMMARY:Family Friendly Saturdays: Basket Weaving
DESCRIPTION:Make your very own woven basket to take home. Demonstration will be led by experienced Gibbs Farm Staff. Recommended age: 10 and up. Admission is limited\, so register soon! \nTwo sessions: 11am and 2pm. Basket making activity will take approximately 90 minutes. \nPre-registration is required. Pay regular admission on day of event. Please register for one session here or call the Gibbs Farm Office at 651-646-8629.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/family-friendly-saturdays-basket-weaving/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Family Events,Gibbs Events,Hands-On/Craft Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180603T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180603T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T073700
CREATED:20180212T181845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180212T181845Z
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SUMMARY:Gibbs Farm Ice Cream Sunday
DESCRIPTION:June 3: Homemade Gibbs Farm Ice Cream\nA delicious treat for the heat of summer! Enjoy our homemade ice cream while experiencing the beauty of the Gibbs Farm\, gardens and prairie. \nIce Cream Demonstrations will take place at the following times: \n11:00am\n12:oopm\n1:00pm\n2:00pm\n3:00pm \nIce cream is included in general admission.\nAdmissions: $8 adults\, $7 seniors 62+\, $5 children 4-16 \nSpecial thanks to agropur for supplying the delicious dairy products that go into our ice cream. \n  \n 
URL:https://rchs.com/event/gibbs-farm-ice-cream-sunday/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Children's Events,Family Events,Gibbs Events
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