Family Farm Chores at Appleton Farms
Every day brings a full list of barnyard chores to keep our farmyard friends happy and healthy—so let’s get to work! Join us for our special, hands-on Family Farm Chores program. Grab your muck boots and farm together as a family! Help care for our rabbits, goats, cows, chickens, and… Read More
Autumn Heritage Stroll and Farm-to-Table Lunch
Enjoy a guided walk through the scenic, storied landscapes of historic Powisset Farm in Dover, previously owned by Boston sculptor, entrepreneur, farmer, and philanthropist Amelia Peabody. Each step on the stroll brings the past to life through engaging tales of early agricultural life on the farm and the role of… Read More
Barnyard Buddies at Powisset Farm
Morning has arrived at Powisset Farm, and our barnyard buddies are ready to welcome you! Join our livestock staff each Saturday morning in the barnyard for a fun, interactive barnyard experience. Roll up your sleeves and meet the animals who call Powisset Farm home. Along the way, you’ll learn how… Read More
Oktoberfest at Appleton Farms
Raise your steins and join us for a spirited celebration of autumn at our annual Oktoberfest at Appleton Farms! Enjoy a German inspired afternoon filled with craft brews, live music, hayrides, and family-friendly fun. During the event, participants can indulge in unique Oktoberfest inspired food offerings from Serenitee Catering, DownRiver… Read More
Sensory-Friendly Boo in the Barnyard at Weir River Farm
Welcome to Sensory-Friendly Boo in the Barnyard at Weir River Farm! This program offers a dedicated hour with a reduced number of guests and quieter sensory-friendly environment. Any family that would benefit from a limited capacity visit is welcome. It’s Halloween at Weir… Read More
Boo in the Barnyard at Weir River Farm
It’s Halloween at Weir River Farm! Wear your costume and meet Petunia the pig, Betty the sheep, Pepper the goat, and many more barnyard friends! Take part in a festive scavenger hunt, create a seasonal craft, and enjoy a sweet treat. After your visit to the Barnyard, hike the woodland… Read More
Family Farm Chores at Appleton Farms
Every day brings a full list of barnyard chores to keep our farmyard friends happy and healthy—so let’s get to work! Join us for our special, hands-on Family Farm Chores program. Grab your muck boots and farm together as a family! Help care for our rabbits, goats, cows, chickens, and… Read More
Farm Explorers at Weir River Farm
Weir River Farm is full of barnyard fun! Meet our friendly goats, pigs, and all of the animals in the barnyard. We invite your little farmers to experience life in the barnyard up close and participate in age-appropriate activities and adventures on the farm. Farm Explorers is recommended for… Read More
Souped Up Sandwiches: Adult Cooking Class
Level up your lunch game in this hands-on adult cooking class focused on soups and sandwiches. Chef Charlotte will teach you how to elevate classic lunch staples. Together, we’ll make grilled cheese and tomato soup, carrot ginger soup, and miso eggplant banh mi. Included in this class: Cooking demonstration and… Read More
Fiddleheads: Preschool Drop-Off Series at Appleton Farms – FALL SESSION 26/27
Fiddleheads Fall Semester 2026 Fall is here and harvest is in full swing. It’s a great time for your preschooler to learn what our fields, barnyard, and forest have to offer. Join us on Wednesday mornings from 9:30AM to 12:30PM for a preschool drop-off series focused on farm animals, life… Read More
Barnyard Story Hour at Weir River Farm
Barnyard stories really come to life when you get to meet the main characters up close and personal! Bring the kids to Weir River Farm for our farm fresh version of ‘story time.’ Explore the barnyard and meet our barnyard friends such as Pepper the goat and Primrose the pig. Read More
Hull FireFly Storytelling at Weir River Farm
Join us for Hull FireFly Storytelling at Weir River Farm! Modeled after The Moth Story Hour on NPR radio, this live storytelling program invites participants to share a 3-5 minute, true story, spoken to an assembled group of friends, family and strangers. Feel free to share a story of your… Read More