Sunflower House 2025
2025-09-06 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-07 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-08 10:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Billings Farm and Museum, 69 Old River Rd, Woodstock, VT, 05091, United States
The 8th annual Sunflower House at Billings Farm & Museum will open around early to mid August and typically bloom through the first week of September (weather permitting). Come and experience the wonder of this breathtaking and magical sight, which spans 20,000 square feet on picturesque farmland.
Guests are welcome to wander the pathways and meander through “rooms” and “hallways” created by sunflower stalks and blooms. Zigzagging paths ensure maximum impact of eastward-facing blooms, offering breathtaking pockets or vistas at every turn.
Curated by the Woodstock Inn & Resort’s Master Gardener, Ben Pauly, and Kelly Way Gardens Manager, Taylor Hiers, this year’s Sunflower House will feature over 50 varieties including 13 sunflower types considered “showstoppers” that will wow you. From the towering giants that reach heights of up to 14 feet, to the sweet, small blooms that stand 1 foot tall, each flower contributes to the living work of art.
Delightful flower names such as Lemon Cutie, Starburst Panache, Buttercream, Feed the Birds, and Just Crazy add further joy to the experience. Complimented by 50 companion annuals, the garden bursts with a kaleidoscope of colors, ranging from soft yellows to deep maroons with every shade of rust, orange, yellow, and red in between.

Thanks to our generous 2025 Season Sponsor!

Today's Schedule
2025-09-06 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-07 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-08 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-09 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-10 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-11 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-12 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-13 10:00 - 17:00 and 1 more date

Art on the Barns
2025-09-07 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-09-08 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-09-09 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-09-10 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-09-11 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-09-12 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-09-13 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-09-14 10:00 - 16:00 and 1 more date
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.

Sensory Story Time: Apples
2025-09-10 09:30 - 10:30, 2025-09-13 09:30 - 10:30
Wednesday, September 10th, 9:30AM – 10:30AM
Saturday, September 13th, 9:30AM – 10:30AM
Get ready for a delicious day of learning! Join us for a hands-on adventure in the apple orchard, where little learners will explore special tools used for picking, peeling, and preparing apples. Take a walk through the orchard, harvest apples, and enjoy a freshly peeled snack.
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
2025-09-12 17:30 - 19:00
Price: $150/couple, $140/member couple
Age: 21+
Savor the rich, lingering flavors of summer’s final harvest with cocktails that highlight deeper, earthier notes-the perfect way to welcome fall!
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: Root to Fruit Apple Growing
2025-09-13 10:00 - 11:30
Saturday, September 13, 2025,
10:00AM – 11:30AM
Followed by a 30-minute Q&A
Price: Included with Admission

Tap into your inner Johnny Appleseed and dig into the art and science of growing apples! Led by Henry Wiser, owner of Hackleboro Orchards and a seasoned apple grower with 38 years of experience, the session covers everything from starting to maintaining a home orchard. Topics include site selection and preparation, choosing varieties and rootstock, proper planting techniques, and post-planting care. Participants will gain valuable insights through a guided tour of the Billings Farm orchard. This workshop will provide participants with the knowledge and confidence to plant, grow and care for apple trees.

Pecks, Pies & Spies: Apple Growing in Vermont
2025-09-13 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-09-14 10:00 - 16:00
Don’t miss our tastiest exhibit yet!
