Intermediate Birding Sunday, May 10th 9:00 am - 11:00 am This program does not require admission. This workshop is for those who know the basics of birding, but want to expand their appreciation of birds and get to the next level of birding. Join avid birders Claudia Burns and Warren Cairo for a guided bird […]
Meet The Baby Goats Saturday, May 9th 10:00 am - 4:30 pm This program is free with admission. Hildene Farm will be filled with new life this spring. Come meet the adorable baby goats bouncing around the goat dairy on Saturday, May 9, from 10 AM to 4:30 PM. All guests must check in at […]
Bird Walk Saturday, May 9th 7:00 am - 10:00 am This program is free and does not require admission. Join local birders to gather long-term data on the presence of birds, their abundance, and changes in populations. Appropriate for birders of all skill levels, the walks traverse uneven terrain on forest and meadow trails and […]
Intro to Birding Workshop Friday, May 8 9:00 am - 11:00 am This program does not require admission. It’s time to spread your wings and learn a delightful new hobby. Join avid birders Claudia Burns and Warren Cairo for a beginner’s primer on the endlessly engaging world of birdwatching. Claudia and Warren will go over […]
Little Hooves, Big Appetites: Bottle-Feeding Baby Goats! Saturdays & Sundays in May (except for May 9) 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM This program does not include, but does require, admission. Little Hooves, Big Appetites: Bottle-Feeding Baby Goats! Add this hands-on experience to your admission to enhance your visit. Get up close with Hildene's adorable baby […]
Little Hooves, Big Appetites: Bottle-Feeding Baby Goats! Saturdays & Sundays in May (except for May 9) 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM This program does not include, but does require, admission. Little Hooves, Big Appetites: Bottle-Feeding Baby Goats! Add this hands-on experience to your admission to enhance your visit. Get up close with Hildene's adorable baby […]
Pullman Porters: Unsung Heroes Sunday, February 15th 2:00 - 3:30 PM In honor of Black History Month and the 100th anniversary of the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters Union, Hildene is offering an immersive program on the Pullman porters, followed by a guided tour of its 1903 Pullman railcar, Sunbeam. Join Hildene educator Lisa Maggio to learn about the critical […]
Bird Walk Saturday, February 7th 9:00 - 10:30 am Join local birders to gather long-term data on the presence of birds, their abundance, and changes in populations. Appropriate for birders of all skill levels, the walks traverse uneven terrain on forest and meadow trails and around the main house. Meet at the Welcome Center parking lot. […]
Bookmark Felting Workshop Sunday, February 1st 1:00 - 3:00 pm Gather in the greenhouse, bring your favorite book, sip some tea, and learn how to felt whimsical bookmarks using a mix of roving from Hildene’s flock of Corriedale sheep and Huacaya alpaca with Hildene Farm Agriculture Manager and Educator Kim Pinsonneault. Felted bookmarks are gentle […]
Sunday from 10:30am - 2:30pm Sunday October 5, 12 & 19! The Hildene farm staff will host autumn wagon ride tours of the dene. Stops along the route include the greenhouse, pastures, orchard, wetland/floating boardwalk, apiary, animal barn (including alpaca, Randall cattle, pigs, sheep, rabbits and chickens), and vegetable and flower gardens. Come meet our […]
Sunday from 10:30am - 2:30pm Sunday October 5, 12 & 19! The Hildene farm staff will host autumn wagon ride tours of the dene. Stops along the route include the greenhouse, pastures, orchard, wetland/floating boardwalk, apiary, animal barn (including alpaca, Randall cattle, pigs, sheep, rabbits and chickens), and vegetable and flower gardens. Come meet our […]
Sunday from 10:30am - 2:30pm Sunday October 5, 12 & 19! The Hildene farm staff will host autumn wagon ride tours of the dene. Stops along the route include the greenhouse, pastures, orchard, wetland/floating boardwalk, apiary, animal barn (including alpaca, Randall cattle, pigs, sheep, rabbits and chickens), and vegetable and flower gardens. Come meet our […]