Woodstock VT Film Series: It Ain’t Over
2024-02-17 15:00 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Billings Farm and Museum, 69 Old River Rd, Woodstock, VT, 05091, United States
Directed by Frank Marshall and Ryan Suffern. 95 minutes. Rated PG-13.
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An intimate portrait of a misunderstood American icon, this emotional and uplifting documentary about Yogi Berra takes us beyond the caricatures and “Yogisms,” and into the heart of a sports legend whose unparalleled accomplishments on the baseball diamond were often overshadowed by his off-the-field persona.

He might have become more famous off the baseball field than on it, but there’s no denying that he was a great player, and “It Ain’t Over” provides an excellent reminder.” – San Francisco Chronicle

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Explore the connection between land, labor, and perspective. Through striking aerial imagery and intimate portraiture, the exhibition invites visitors to see Vermont’s working landscapes in a new point of view. From above, Vermont’s farms, quarries, and forests transform into unexpected geometric patterns, vivid shapes and colors visible only from the sky. Yet every line and texture reflects generations of human work, stewardship, and care.

Grounded by portraits of the people who shape these places, Kenna’s images spark a conversation about scale, responsibility, and presence. Each photograph offers a window into the evolving relationship between people and the natural world. From the expansive to the intimate, the orderly to the wild, these images ask essential questions: What changes when we shift our perspective?How do we understand the people and the processes that shape our landscapes?What role do we play in sustaining these places for generations to come?

About the ArtistCaleb Kenna is a Vermont-based photographer known for his breathtaking aerial imagery and his ability to capture the character of people and place. Raised in Brandon and now living in Middlebury, his lifelong connection to Vermont’s landscapes continues to shape his perspective. His work spans rural vistas, architectural geometry, and portraiture, and has appeared in The New York Times, The Boston Globe, National Geographic, Smithsonian, and other major publications. He is also the author of Art from Above Vermont, published by Schiffer Publishing. To explore more of Caleb Kenna’s work, visit his website.

Today's Schedule
2024-02-18 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-02-19 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-02-20 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-02-21 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-02-22 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-02-23 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-02-24 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-02-25 10:00 - 16:00
Explore the connection between land, labor, and perspective. Through striking aerial imagery and intimate portraiture, the exhibition invites visitors to see Vermont’s working landscapes in a new point of view. From above, Vermont’s farms, quarries, and forests transform into unexpected geometric patterns, vivid shapes and colors visible only from the sky. Yet every line and texture reflects generations of human work, stewardship, and care.

Grounded by portraits of the people who shape these places, Kenna’s images spark a conversation about scale, responsibility, and presence. Each photograph offers a window into the evolving relationship between people and the natural world. From the expansive to the intimate, the orderly to the wild, these images ask essential questions: What changes when we shift our perspective?How do we understand the people and the processes that shape our landscapes?What role do we play in sustaining these places for generations to come?

About the ArtistCaleb Kenna is a Vermont-based photographer known for his breathtaking aerial imagery and his ability to capture the character of people and place. Raised in Brandon and now living in Middlebury, his lifelong connection to Vermont’s landscapes continues to shape his perspective. His work spans rural vistas, architectural geometry, and portraiture, and has appeared in The New York Times, The Boston Globe, National Geographic, Smithsonian, and other major publications. He is also the author of Art from Above Vermont, published by Schiffer Publishing. To explore more of Caleb Kenna’s work, visit his website.

Woodstock VT Film Series: It Ain't Over
2024-02-18 15:00 - 16:30
It Ain’t Over
2022. Directed by Sean Mullin. 98 minutes. Rated PG.
Showings take place at 3:00PM in the Billings Farm & Museum Visitor Center Theater. Tickets are $15 person/$12 Billings Farm member.
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An intimate portrait of a misunderstood American icon, this emotional and uplifting documentary about Yogi Berra takes us beyond the caricatures and “Yogisms,” and into the heart of a sports legend whose unparalleled accomplishments on the baseball diamond were often overshadowed by his off-the-field persona.

He might have become more famous off the baseball field than on it, but there’s no denying that he was a great player, and “It Ain’t Over” provides an excellent reminder.” – San Francisco Chronicle

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Explore the connection between land, labor, and perspective. Through striking aerial imagery and intimate portraiture, the exhibition invites visitors to see Vermont’s working landscapes in a new point of view. From above, Vermont’s farms, quarries, and forests transform into unexpected geometric patterns, vivid shapes and colors visible only from the sky. Yet every line and texture reflects generations of human work, stewardship, and care.

Grounded by portraits of the people who shape these places, Kenna’s images spark a conversation about scale, responsibility, and presence. Each photograph offers a window into the evolving relationship between people and the natural world. From the expansive to the intimate, the orderly to the wild, these images ask essential questions: What changes when we shift our perspective?How do we understand the people and the processes that shape our landscapes?What role do we play in sustaining these places for generations to come?

About the ArtistCaleb Kenna is a Vermont-based photographer known for his breathtaking aerial imagery and his ability to capture the character of people and place. Raised in Brandon and now living in Middlebury, his lifelong connection to Vermont’s landscapes continues to shape his perspective. His work spans rural vistas, architectural geometry, and portraiture, and has appeared in The New York Times, The Boston Globe, National Geographic, Smithsonian, and other major publications. He is also the author of Art from Above Vermont, published by Schiffer Publishing. To explore more of Caleb Kenna’s work, visit his website.

Torchlight Snowshoe
2024-02-23 16:30 - 18:30
A Fun Evening For All Ages!
• Snowshoe, ski or walk the Billings Farm trail by torchlight as evening begins
• Meet National Park Rangers from the Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park and Billings Farm & Museum staff, and learn about local wildlife, the history of the land, and the people who lived here.
• Gather around the fire pit and warm up with complimentary s’mores and hot drinks
Purchase Tickets
Adults: $12
Children: $7 (under 16)
Under 4 free
Member Adults: $5
Member Children free
Tickets may be reserved in advance. Walk-ins will be welcome.
Not yet a member? Purchase your membership online or at the Ticket Desk.
Don’t have snowshoes? A limited number of adult and child-sized snowshoes will also be available to borrow, but to guarantee you have the equipment you need, we recommend renting snowshoes at the Woodstock Inn & Resort’s Nordic Center in Woodstock. The Nordic Center closes at 4PM.
Bring a light! We highly recommend a headlamp or a flashlight to find your way between torches on the trail.
Contact info@billingsfarm.org with questions.

Explore the connection between land, labor, and perspective. Through striking aerial imagery and intimate portraiture, the exhibition invites visitors to see Vermont’s working landscapes in a new point of view. From above, Vermont’s farms, quarries, and forests transform into unexpected geometric patterns, vivid shapes and colors visible only from the sky. Yet every line and texture reflects generations of human work, stewardship, and care.

Grounded by portraits of the people who shape these places, Kenna’s images spark a conversation about scale, responsibility, and presence. Each photograph offers a window into the evolving relationship between people and the natural world. From the expansive to the intimate, the orderly to the wild, these images ask essential questions: What changes when we shift our perspective?How do we understand the people and the processes that shape our landscapes?What role do we play in sustaining these places for generations to come?

About the ArtistCaleb Kenna is a Vermont-based photographer known for his breathtaking aerial imagery and his ability to capture the character of people and place. Raised in Brandon and now living in Middlebury, his lifelong connection to Vermont’s landscapes continues to shape his perspective. His work spans rural vistas, architectural geometry, and portraiture, and has appeared in The New York Times, The Boston Globe, National Geographic, Smithsonian, and other major publications. He is also the author of Art from Above Vermont, published by Schiffer Publishing. To explore more of Caleb Kenna’s work, visit his website.

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Billings Backyard Presents: Basics of Home Butchering
2024-03-02 10:00 - 11:30
Price: $15/person, $10/Billings Farm member
Presenter: Josh Coyle
For Ages: 16+
This workshop is SOLD OUT.
Ready to up your game in the kitchen? In the next Billings Backyard Workshop, the Village Butcher’s Josh Coyle will bring decades of expertise to the table and share insights into the art of home butchering and sausage making. This workshop will feature hands-on demonstrations, allowing participants to explore the fundamentals of creating delicious sausages at home as well as sourcing top-quality meats and maintaining sharp and ready equipment and knives. From quartering a chicken to spatchcocking, participants will discover techniques for poultry and carving cuts like rib roast, beef tenderloin, briskets, and turkey.
The session will be followed by a 30-minute Q&A.
Cancellation Policy: There are often waitlists for our courses, so please let us know in advance if you are unable to attend. Refunds are available up to 7 days before the class is held. There are no refunds within 7 days.
Contact info@billingsfarm.org with questions.

Explore the connection between land, labor, and perspective. Through striking aerial imagery and intimate portraiture, the exhibition invites visitors to see Vermont’s working landscapes in a new point of view. From above, Vermont’s farms, quarries, and forests transform into unexpected geometric patterns, vivid shapes and colors visible only from the sky. Yet every line and texture reflects generations of human work, stewardship, and care.

Grounded by portraits of the people who shape these places, Kenna’s images spark a conversation about scale, responsibility, and presence. Each photograph offers a window into the evolving relationship between people and the natural world. From the expansive to the intimate, the orderly to the wild, these images ask essential questions: What changes when we shift our perspective?How do we understand the people and the processes that shape our landscapes?What role do we play in sustaining these places for generations to come?

About the ArtistCaleb Kenna is a Vermont-based photographer known for his breathtaking aerial imagery and his ability to capture the character of people and place. Raised in Brandon and now living in Middlebury, his lifelong connection to Vermont’s landscapes continues to shape his perspective. His work spans rural vistas, architectural geometry, and portraiture, and has appeared in The New York Times, The Boston Globe, National Geographic, Smithsonian, and other major publications. He is also the author of Art from Above Vermont, published by Schiffer Publishing. To explore more of Caleb Kenna’s work, visit his website.
