Billings Farm

Art on the Barns
2025-11-01 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-02 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-08 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-09 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-15 10:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Billings Farm and Museum, 69 Old River Rd, Woodstock, VT, 05091, United States
Art on the Barns is an annual outdoor contemporary art exhibition that explores the connection between art, place, and history, inviting visitors to experience contemporary works within the rhythms of a working dairy farm. Thoughtfully placed on the historic barns, each piece interacts with its surroundings, evolving with the changing seasons. From budding trees in spring to the quiet stillness of winter, the artwork offers a dynamic and ever-shifting perspective.

Featuring Vermont artists Elise Whittemore and Will Gebhard in collaboration with Soapbox Arts, Art on the Barns creates a striking dialogue between tradition and modern creativity, ensuring a fresh and immersive experience with every visit.

Pecks, Pies & Spies: Apple Growing in Vermont
2025-11-01 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-02 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-08 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-09 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-15 10:00 - 16:00
Don’t miss our tastiest exhibit yet!

Today's Schedule
2025-11-01 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-02 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-08 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-09 10:00 - 16:00

Closed
2025-11-03, 2025-11-04, 2025-11-05, 2025-11-06, 2025-11-07, 2025-11-10, 2025-11-11, 2025-11-12 and 2 more dates

Discovery Days: All About Apples
2025-11-04 09:30 - 12:30
For Ages 6 – 13
$20/child (+ one caregiver), $15/member child (+one caregiver)
Celebrate the rich history and flavors of apples in Vermont with a hands-on exploration of this iconic fruit. Learners will taste different apples varieties, press cider, and make homemade apple sauce. The adventure continues in the orchard with a scavenger
hunt and apple-inspired art activities. Participants will also visit the farm’s Jersey herd and explore Vermont’s apple history in a special exhibit. Families are invited to end the day with a self-guided scenic fall hike at the National Park.
Designed for curiosity-led learners and their caregivers, this program offers an immersive, interactive experience filled with movement, play, and hands-on exploration. Themed stations encourage skill-building, farm-based activities, and community connection
to create meaningful learning beyond the classroom. Sibling discounts are available.
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.

Sensory Story Time: Autumn Harvest Time
2025-11-12 09:30 - 10:30
Wednesday, November 12th, 9:30AM – 10:300AM
Celebrate the flavors of fall with a hands-on harvest experience! Young learners will explore the root vegetables of the season by identifying, tasting, and discovering which farm animals enjoy them too. Through farmers market dramatic play, children will connect with autumn’s bounty in an interactive way.

(Allergens: gluten, dairy & eggs from our farm)

Sensory Story Hour is a movement-rich, interactive experience designed for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Through stories, song, poetry, rhymes, sensory exploration, and farm-themed activities, children will build early literacy skills while engaging with the sights, sounds, and textures of the farm. A local Vermont snack will be provided, and advance registration is recommended.

Billings Backyard Workshop: Mixology
2025-11-14 17:30 - 19:00
Price: $150/couple, $140/member couple
Age: 21+
Settle into the cooler season with rich, warming flavors and classic fall-inspired cocktails crafted from late-harvest ingredients.
In partnership with James Beard Award-nominated, Wolf Tree, we’re bringing the art of mixology to the farm in this hands-on, after-hours workshop. Craft farm-fresh cocktails using Vermont-made spirits and seasonal ingredients straight from the garden. Learn to transform homegrown herbs, fruits, and vegetables into creative, flavorful drinks. Perfect for cocktail enthusiasts and curious beginners!
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.

Billings Backyard Workshop: The Art of Spoon Carving
2025-11-15 10:00 - 11:30
Saturday, November 15, 2025,
10:00AM – 11:30AM
Followed by a 30-minute Q&A
Price: $20/person, $15/member

In this demonstration-based workshop, expert carver, Andre Souligny will guide participants through the process of transforming green wood into functional, handcrafted spoons. Demonstrated techniques include riving, hatchet work, hand carving, and decorative detailing. The workshop also covers sourcing, preparing, and storing green wood, as well as proper care for carving tools. Attendees will have the opportunity to try sanding and planing a piece of green wood and will take home a spoon blank for future carving projects!
