Billings Farm

Barn Quilt Exhibition
2024-09-02 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-09-03 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-09-04 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-09-05 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-09-06 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-09-07 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-09-08 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-09-09 10:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) and 6 more dates | Billings Farm and Museum, 69 Old River Rd, Woodstock, VT, 05091, United States
Billings Farm & Museum is bringing the rural artistry of barn quilts to our scenic site from April 4 – December 1. Barn quilting recreates the concept of quilt squares on durable mediums such as plywood. These squares, starting at 4 feet by 4 feet and up, feature striking colors and simple geometric designs.
Collaborating with Vermont artists as well as artisans from the Chelsea Barn Quilt Project and Barn Quilts of Northern Vermont who have been working to highlight barn quilting in Vermont, each space will host a uniquely crafted piece inspired by nature, math, agriculture, and the history of the Billings Farm site. Guests can wander through the picturesque farm and take in the boldly painted patterns that will adorn historic barns and buildings.
This exhibition is included with admission.

Today's Schedule
2024-09-02 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-09-03 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-09-04 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-09-05 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-09-06 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-09-07 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-09-08 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-09-09 10:00 - 17:00 and 5 more dates

Billings Backyard: Botanical Fiber Dyeing
2024-09-07 10:00 - 11:30
Price: $20/person, $15/Billings Farm member
Presenter: Rachel Kahn
For Ages: 16+
Harnessing the hues of a variety of plants, this hands-on workshop will explore ways to create vibrant, eco-friendly dyes. Using yarn spun from the wool of Billings Farm Southdown Sheep, participants will be guided through the botanical dyeing process, transforming raw skeins into beautifully dyed yarns. The class will include a discussion about growing, harvesting, and extracting color from plants including a Q&A session with the Billings Farm Lead Gardener. Each participant will leave the workshop with practical skills for home botanical dyeing projects and a colorful skein of yarn to use in their own fiber creations.
The session will be followed by a 30-minute Q&A. Materials will be provided.
Contact info@billingsfarm.org with questions.

Pre-k Story Time
2024-09-11 09:30 - 11:00
Little Sunflower

by Suzanne Fossey
Have you ever wondered what happens to a seed when it is planted in the ground? Through this journey of growth and pollination, children can see the life cycle of a sunflower. Following the story, children will visit the Sunflower House, collect sunflower seeds to plant in next year’s home garden, and enjoy a snack.
