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June 2019
Percherons on The Farm
Kris Acheson-Clair will be at The Farm to show off her beautiful Percheron horses. Learn about these gentle giants and have your photo taken with them. Watch a demo, as the horses show how they would have worked on a 1920s farm. FREE with park admission. 10:00am-2:00pm.
Find out more »Home Extension and 4-H History
Explore the history of Cooperative Extension Service in rural communities! In the century since its creation, this nationwide educational and outreach network of land-grant universities has made significant contributions to American agriculture and improved lives across the country. Karen Mitchell and other extension agents will be on hand for this informational program. FREE with park admission. 12:00pm-4:00pm.
Find out more »Small Farm Animal Program with Bittersweet Farm
Bittersweet Farms will join us for a fun and family friendly animal program! We will have several small animals for guests to enjoy, including hedgehogs, exotic chicken breeds and rabbits. Stop out and see these unique visitors. FREE with park admission. 11:00am-1:00pm.
Find out more »Wildflower Yoga
“You belong among the wild flowers. You belong somewhere close to me. Far away from troubles and worries. You belong somewhere you feel free.” -Tom Petty Come get far away from your troubles and worries and experience an hour-long yoga class on the Prairie among the wildflowers of Prophetstown State Park. The class will be led by Aubrey Dietrich, Founder and Yoga Facilitator, of Heart & Soul Farm-a donation only yoga studio in Pine Village, IN. There will be 30 minutes of wildflower themed mindful yogic activity followed by 30 minutes of light Asana (the physical practice of yoga). Yoga…
Find out more »Class- Cooking with Organ Meats
Did you know that organ meats are a great source of iron and protein? Learn about the various organ meats that The Farm sells, as well as how to prepare beef tongue (Lengua Tacos) and heart (Peruvian Anticuchos). Class members will be able to sample the dishes and receive printed recipes. Call 765-567-4700 to book your spot. $15 per person. Includes park admission. 2:00pm-3:30pm.
Find out more »July 2019
Bum Ditty Barn Dance Band
The Bum Ditty Barn Dance Band is an old-time string band based in Lafayette, Indiana. Robert Freeman (banjo & fiddle) is from St. Louis, MO., and started playing old-time music in high school. Cliff Harrison (fiddle & guitar) and Jesse Danner (guitar & banjo) are from Charleston, IL., and started listening to old-time music before they were born. The band's name gives you an idea of its style- a danceable old-time ensemble that conjures up the spirit of old barn dance programs. FREE with park admission. The band will play two shows, 11:30am-12:15pm and 12:45pm-1:30pm.
Find out more »Iced Tea on The Porch
Relax and sip refreshing iced tea on our porch. We will be serving up different teas for you to enjoy. Find out the many uses for tea and what common plants can make great teas! FREE with park admission. 12:00pm-3:00pm.
Find out more »Indiana’s Golden Age of Literature
If it is a rainy Sunday afternoon or a quiet evening after chores, it’s a good time to read a book! What were the literary choices found in the Sears and Roebuck Catalogue? For the littlest reader, the student, and to the adult book lover Sears provided inexpensive editions of best sellers, classics and educational material. Will you recognize a favorite book among the 1920s choices? Join us in the Tenant House for this special program. FREE with park admission.1:00pm-3:00pm.
Find out more »Farm and Tippecanoe County Historical Association Membership Appreciation Dinner
The Farm is happy to partner with TCHA to say thank you to all of our members. The dinner will take place at the new TCHA History Center, 522 Columbia St, Lafayette, IN 47901. Meat will be provided by The Farm. Doors will open at 5:00pm and food will be available from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. Come out and meet the staff from both organizations and enjoy a meal with friends. Reservations will be required. Seating times will be 5pm and 6pm. You must be a member of TCHA or The Farm. Please call 765-476-8411 extension 4 to make book your…
Find out more »Meet the Horses and Minis
Meet our horses! Learn about our horses and get to know them. Have your photo taken with the horses. Enjoy time with these gentle animals. FREE with park admission.11:00am-12:00pm.
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