Events

2025 Schedule of Events

March 15 - May 9 - Driftwood: The Life of Harlan Hubbard - a traveling exhibit. At the museum during normal hours.

May 9 - 1pm - The author Driftwood: The Life of Harlan Hubbard, Jessica Whitehead, will be doing a book talk and signing at the Switzerland County Public Library at 1:00 pm.

May 10th  - 10am to 4pm - Hay Days - Come witness country living c. 1860 at the Thiebaud Farmstead.  See a demonstration of the hay press that was patented in the county in 1843, as well as trades of the time, hearth cooking, music and dance.  Enjoy a "wagonette" ride from the parking area.

June 16th – 20th - 9am - 12pm - “Back to Basics” Day Camp at the Thiebaud Farmstead provides five days of hands-on activities for eight to twelve year-olds. Nature will be the focus, along with crafts and old-fashioned games. Day Camp is limited to 15 participants. Must pre-register.  A $25 registration fee covers expenses for all five days.

July 1st - August 30 - Stitched & Woven - Textile exhibit of treasures from the museum collection.  At the museum during normal hours.

September 20th - 11am to 3pm - “Archaeology Day” will be held at the historical museum. This popular event offers the opportunity for people to bring artifacts, rocks and fossils to be identified by an archaeologist and geologist. Demonstrations and activities as well.

October 18th - 4pm to 7pm - “All Hallows Eve” ventures into mystical Halloweens of the past and will be held on the museum grounds. Legends of the past abound, along with games, crafts and treats.

November 1st - 29th - Honoring Those Who Served - Is our most comprehensive military display thus far.  At the museum during normal hours.

December 13 - 10am - 4pm “A Country Christmas” at the Thiebaud Farmstead.  Truly a special day at the farmstead and Musee de Venoge, where Christmases of the past are celebrated.

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Unless noted, events are free, however, donations are appreciated.