Sheep Shearing Day at the Peter Wentz Farmstead

Sheep Shearing Day at the Peter Wentz Farmstead

10:00 am to 3:30 pm Experience springtime on a colonial farm! Watch our farmers shear our sheep to get them ready for the warm weather. Then, follow the “wool to wardrobe” process as our living historians demonstrate spinning, weaving, and other textile crafts. Learn about all the various activities that went into running a farm in the 18th century as you tour the historic house. Stop by our demonstrators’ stalls to learn about important crafts like woodworking, basket-weaving, candle-dipping, and more. At noon, kids will delight in a performance by Tuckers’ Tales Puppet Theatre. Check out the sights and smells of an open-hearth cooking demonstration in the Summer Kitchen. And once your mouth starts watering, don’t forget to stop by the Dutch Country Hand-Rolled Soft Pretzel food truck to grab a deliciously Pennsylvania German treat!

All ages; free