As of Wednesday, July 1, 2020, we are open and operating under museum guidelines provided by the governor of the State of New Hampshire, made necessary by the COVID-19 outbreak. As a result, all programming and events are on hold until further notice. If we are able to resume a more typical schedule, we will hold this event.
SEASONAL FESTIVITIES AND OLD-TIME FUN
16th Annual Harvest Festival
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2020 | 11AM–3PM
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Join us for a celebration of agricultural life in the heart of New Hampshire!
Featuring historical trades, traditions, and festivities that accompany it, in the heart of New Hampshire.
The sample activities listed here are from our 2019 event.
Harvest Games & Seasonal Fun
Corn Hole | Turkey “Shoot” Game | Pumpkin Tic-Tac-Toe | Scavenger Hunt | Skillet Toss (2:30PM, ages 18 and up) | NEW! Cow Patty Bingo (2PM, purchase tickets in the museum store) | NEW! Corn Husking Competition (12PM, ages 10 and under) | NEW! Scarecrow Photo Op | NEW! Nature-Based Art Creation | NEW! Scarecrow Parade (1:30PM, details below) and More...
Meet, Greet and Get to Know Remick’s Farm Animals
Dairy Cows | Beef Cattle | Chickens | Pigs | Goats | Sheep | Miniature Horse | Hillsdale 4-H Dairy Club will be engaging with, and sharing information about, their project dairy cows and dairy goats as they prepare for The Sandwich Fair
Agricultural Exhibits, Displays, Activities & Farmstead Buildings
Touch A Tractor: Historic and Modern Haying Equipment and Tractors | NEW EXHIBIT! “Where Home Meets Harvest,” including outdoor Exhibit Gardens | Museum Center & Cattle Barn Exhibits & Explorations | Milking Demonstration in the Cattle Barn (3PM) | Tractor-Pulled Wagon Rides (11AM–1:30PM) | Round-Bale Art Display | NEW! Build-A-Scarecrow Display & Contest (see below)
Hands-On History ~ Try it Yourself!
Apple Cider Pressing | Dried Corn Grinding | Seed Saving (11AM–12:30PM) | Potato Harvesting (1:30–3PM)
Historic Trades, Demonstrators & Vendors
NEW! Scythe-cutting Demonstration (11:30AM & 12:30PM) | Fiber Dyeing from Plants | Woodsman Tools Demonstration | Making an Immune-Boosting Cider Drink & Tastings (12PM) | Apothecary Tastings and Samples (12:30–3PM)
Prepare Ahead To Participate
Scarecrow Parade | 1:30PM
Come in a scarecrow costume and walk in our mini parade! Participants must be age 12 or under and take part in the scheduled parade time. Parade details (where to line up, etc.) will be provided at the admission desk. All participants will receive a general admission (non-event) pass good for one year, a $5 value. This activity is dependent on visitor participation.
Build-A-Scarecrow Display & Contest
Pre-registration required—see complete details on the registration form. Participants receive free admission to the museum on the day they choose to install their scarecrow (see registration form). The winning scarecrow entry receives a Family Membership, a $50 value. This activity is dependent on visitor participation.
Scenic Walking Trail
Light Fare for Sale ~ Bring a Picnic Lunch to enjoy on the grounds
Foods available in our Maple Sugar House (while supplies last): Spicy sausage, peppers and onions in a bun (served hot), Steamed hot dogs, Cider Bellies Doughnuts, Sandwich Creamery Ice Cream (1/2 pints), Popcorn, Cider and Bottled water
For Sale in the Maple Sugar House or Our Museum Store
A Taste of Remick ~ Jams, Jellies and Preserves | Remick Maple Syrup | Remick-Made Pantry & Herbal Products | Local Honey | Souvenirs, T-Shirts, Hats & Aprons | Remick-Grown Vegetables | Remick-Raised Beef, Chicken and Pork Available while supplies last
ADMISSION: $10 ages 11 and over | $5 ages 5–10 | FREE for children age 4 and under
MEMBERS receive $2 off admission. Admission sites: the Maple Sugar House and Museum Center. Activities subject to change.
NOTE: The Captain Enoch Remick House is not open during this event.
Helpful tips about parking and other information for your visit.
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