Barnyard Story Hour at Appleton Farms
Bring your little ones to Appleton Farms for our farm-fresh story hour. We will read books about animals and nature, maybe sing a song or two, then head up to the carriage barn to visit our Nubian goats, Angora rabbits and see what other animals are out and about on… Read More
Winter Solstice Restorative Yoga Workshop
The winter solstice is a time to be gentle on the body, exercise self-reflection, and set intentions for the upcoming 2027 year. Join Mandy Lubas and Kristen Harte from Holistic Therapies 4Life and honor the tradition of the solstice with a gentle yoga practice, sound healing (including a gong and… Read More
An Artful Christmas at Castle Hill
Visiting Castle Hill at Christmas is a time-honored tradition. Don’t miss this year’s festivities with Christmas decor inspired by the masterworks of Monet, Van Gogh, Botticelli, Kahlo, and other favorites! Go at your own pace and learn from interpreters stationed in rooms. Enjoy freshly baked cookies and hot chocolate,… Read More
CraneExplorer: Family Winter Wildlife Walk at Crane Beach
A CraneExplorer Family Winter Wildlife Walk will take you on a stroll through the Crane Beach dunes while learning about some of the plants and animals that call this special place home. You may be familiar with Crane Beach, but have you ever visited the dune trails? The dunes of… 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
CraneOutdoors: Winter Wildlife Walk
A CraneOutdoors Winter Wildlife Walk will take you on a stroll through the Crane Beach dunes while learning about the plants and animals that call this special place home. You may be familiar with Crane Beach, but have you ever visited the dune trails? The dunes of Castle Neck are… Read More
CraneExplorer: Family Winter Wildlife Walk at Crane Beach
A CraneExplorer Family Winter Wildlife Walk will take you on a stroll through the Crane Beach dunes while learning about some of the plants and animals that call this special place home. You may be familiar with Crane Beach, but have you ever visited the dune trails? The dunes of… Read More
CraneOutdoors: Winter Wildlife Walk
A CraneOutdoors Winter Wildlife Walk will take you on a stroll through the Crane Beach dunes while learning about the plants and animals that call this special place home. You may be familiar with Crane Beach, but have you ever visited the dune trails? The dunes of Castle Neck are… Read More
Holiday Barnyard Story Hour at Appleton Farms
Celebrate the season at Appleton Farms with a special holiday edition of our popular weekly Story Hour. Families are invited to begin with a visit to our barnyard animals, enjoy a simple seasonal craft, and then cozy up together in the historic Carriage Barn with a warm cup of cocoa… Read More
An Artful Christmas at Castle Hill
Visiting Castle Hill at Christmas is a time-honored tradition. Don’t miss this year’s festivities with Christmas decor inspired by the masterworks of Monet, Van Gogh, Botticelli, Kahlo, and other favorites! Go at your own pace and learn from interpreters stationed in rooms. Enjoy freshly baked cookies and hot chocolate,… Read More
An Artful Christmas at Castle Hill
Visiting Castle Hill at Christmas is a time-honored tradition. Don’t miss this year’s festivities with Christmas decor inspired by the masterworks of Monet, Van Gogh, Botticelli, Kahlo, and other favorites! Go at your own pace and learn from interpreters stationed in rooms. Enjoy freshly baked cookies and hot chocolate,… Read More
Christmas Tea at Castle Hill
Take a respite from the holiday rush by taking tea and a tour in the Great House at Castle Hill. Enjoy teas, savories, and sweets with friends or family. You’ll be served by costumed staff as if the Crane family were here in 1929. Tour the Great House, festively decorated… Read More