Living History- FREE activities
Conservation VillageThe Living Thread: Liberty, Land, and Luxury
Discover the profound journey from raw fleece to elite local craft in this beautifully curated fiber experience, where the fierce history of colonial textile protest meets modern, single-origin luxury fiber and live artisan demonstrations. Meet Cashmere and Wool producers, HVTP, NYFIC, Clean Fleece, HMWG and more. Location: Between the Lewis Building and the Peck Building
Weavers’ Guild Takeover
Lewis BuildingStop by the Lewis Building for the annual Hudson Mohawk Weavers Guild Takeover! This year you can try weaving, talk to weavers, or even attend a “Day Guild” meeting. See how modern weaving connects to the larger fiber history of the world. See their website at hmwg.org
Potter Demonstration- with Jim Best
Lewis BuildingWatch the mesmerizing process of wheel thrown pottery creation with Jim Best of Sacred Journey Pottery. Jim’s relaxed process and friendly approach welcome questions or simply observation. More about Sacred Journey Pottery can be found here: Center of the spiral | Sacred Journey Ceramics
15 minute Narcan Training
County TentAt the start of every hour from 10am to 6pm in the County Tent.
Chuckwagon Dave
Conservation VillageA Chuckwagon is a historic horse-drawn vehicle that served as a mobile field kitchen. Come and try some free food samples.
Paper Marbling Demonstration
Lewis BuildingLearn about the traditional art paper marbling from master artisan, John Bielik. Joining us all the way from Missouri, his demos and products should not be missed! See more about his papers here. Home - John C. Bielik
Drive a Robot
4-H Center
4-H Shooting Sports Booths- Archery and Air Rifle
Kingsbury Way/Cow Path
Weaving Demonstration on the Lewis Building Barn Loom
Lewis BuildingBarn Loom Demos Join us each day to see the Lewis Building Barn Loom in action. This is a fully functioning, 19th century loom that is able to produce rugs, fabric and more with just the power of one person and no electricity! See how it was done, and how it is currently being done!... Continue Reading →
