A year-long, residential, leadership academy for those wishing to be part of a learning community exploring education for sustainability, systems thinking, and school transformation.
Our hope is...
Monday to Saturday, Year-long Program Educator Workshop
Watershed for Every Classroom (WEC) is a year-long professional development experience for K-12 educators in the Lake Champlain Basin of Vermont, New York and Québec, brought to you by ...
Saturday, 11:00AM–4:00PM & 6:00-9:30PM (new evening program)Family Program, Special Event, Youth Program
The Champlain Mini Maker Faire brings together families and individuals to celebrate the Do-It-Yourself (DIY) mindset and showcase all kinds of incredible projects. At Maker Faire, you’ll find arts...
Come face to face with a live owl or hawk. Experience the wonder and learn the mysteries of live birds of prey.
Presentations will be at the entry to Lone Treel Hill trail in back of the...
Truly experience the energy of the fall by connecting to nature. Slowly walk and pause amongst the trees, plants and listen to the birds. Give yourself this time to unplug, slow down and de-stress....
Tuesday, 2:30 PM - 4:00 PMSpecial Event, Adult Program
Join our knowledgeable guide for an in-depth, walking tour of the Inn and its formal gardens. It includes the Inn's main floor, select bedrooms on the 2nd and 3rd floors, and the terraced...
Thursday, 2:30 PM - 4:00 PMSpecial Event, Adult Program
Join our knowledgeable guide for an in-depth, walking tour of the Inn and its formal gardens. It includes the Inn's main floor, select bedrooms on the 2nd and 3rd floors, and the terraced...
Where does the story begin with our delicious Farmhouse Cheddar Cheese? Come and find out!
Come join us on a behind-the-scenes tour to discover the art and science of cheesemaking. Visit the...
Gather around a fall campfire to learn more about Abenaki Culture with Chief Don Stevens of the Nulhegan Band of the Coosuk-Abenaki Nation. Don will share stories, artifacts, drumming, songs, and...
Saturday, Clinic 9:00–10:00AM; Navigate the courses 10:00AM–12:00PMFamily Program, Adult Program
Orienteering is a sport that uses a map and compass to find your way across unfamiliar terrain. Whether you've been doing it for years or are interested in learning this important skill, join...
Come face to face with a live owl or hawk. Experience the wonder and learn the mysteries of live birds of prey.
Presentations will be at the entry to Lone Treel Hill trail in back of the...
We’ve taken some of your favorite school program topics and turned them into one-day, seasonal educator workshops!
In "Harvest Time," you'll cultivate lessons through a morning in the garden. We’...
Tuesday, 2:30 PM - 4:00 PMSpecial Event, Adult Program
Join our knowledgeable guide for an in-depth, walking tour of the Inn and its formal gardens. It includes the Inn's main floor, select bedrooms on the 2nd and 3rd floors, and the terraced...
Wednesday, 6:00PM reception; 7:00PM dinner serviceAdult Program
Join us for a collaborative dinner between Inn Executive Chef Jim McCarthy and Evan Mallett, Executive Chef/Owner Black Trumpet Bistro in Portsmouth, NH and author of Black Trumpet: A Chef'...
Enjoy a meal at the Inn at Shelburne Farms and a percentage of sales (before alcohol) will help low-income families afford a summer of fresh produce from local farms. For more information visit...
Thursday, 2:30 PM - 4:00 PMSpecial Event, Adult Program
Join our knowledgeable guide for an in-depth, walking tour of the Inn and its formal gardens. It includes the Inn's main floor, select bedrooms on the 2nd and 3rd floors, and the terraced...
Where does the story begin with our delicious Farmhouse Cheddar Cheese? Come and find out!
Come join us on a behind-the-scenes tour to discover the art and science of cheesemaking. Visit the...
Come face to face with a live owl or hawk. Experience the wonder and learn the mysteries of live birds of prey.
Presentations will be at the entry to Lone Treel Hill trail in back of the...
Join our knowledgeable guide for an in-depth, walking tour of the Inn and its formal gardens. It includes the Inn's main floor, select bedrooms on the 2nd and 3rd floors, and the terraced...
Tuesday, 2:30 PM - 4:00 PMSpecial Event, Adult Program
Join our knowledgeable guide for an in-depth, walking tour of the Inn and its formal gardens. It includes the Inn's main floor, select bedrooms on the 2nd and 3rd floors, and the terraced...
Thursday, 2:30 PM - 4:00 PMSpecial Event, Adult Program
Join our knowledgeable guide for an in-depth, walking tour of the Inn and its formal gardens. It includes the Inn's main floor, select bedrooms on the 2nd and 3rd floors, and the terraced...
Where does the story begin with our delicious Farmhouse Cheddar Cheese? Come and find out!
Come join us on a behind-the-scenes tour to discover the art and science of cheesemaking. Visit the...
Gather around a fall campfire to learn more about Abenaki Culture with Chief Don Stevens of the Nulhegan Band of the Coosuk-Abenaki Nation. Don will share stories, artifacts, drumming, songs, and...
All weekend, check out our big farm machines in the Farm Barn courtyard. From John Deere tractors to some of the trucks we drive—climb aboard and pretend YOU are the farmer for a day!
Ignite your passion for making inspiring photos! The farm offers a wide variety of spectacular subjects to create equally spectacular photos. Marshall Webb and Sebastian Ventrone will guide you...
Come face to face with a live owl or hawk. Experience the wonder and learn the mysteries of live birds of prey.
Presentations will be at the entry to Lone Treel Hill trail in back of the...
All weekend, check out our big farm machines in the Farm Barn courtyard. From John Deere tractors to some of the trucks we drive—climb aboard and pretend YOU are the farmer for a day!
Ignite your passion for making inspiring photos! The farm offers a wide variety of spectacular subjects to create equally spectacular photos. Marshall Webb and Sebastian Ventrone will guide you...
Tuesday, 2:30 PM - 4:00 PMSpecial Event, Adult Program
Join our knowledgeable guide for an in-depth, walking tour of the Inn and its formal gardens. It includes the Inn's main floor, select bedrooms on the 2nd and 3rd floors, and the terraced...
Thursday, 2:30 PM - 4:00 PMSpecial Event, Adult Program
Join our knowledgeable guide for an in-depth, walking tour of the Inn and its formal gardens. It includes the Inn's main floor, select bedrooms on the 2nd and 3rd floors, and the terraced...
Where does the story begin with our delicious Farmhouse Cheddar Cheese? Come and find out!
Come join us on a behind-the-scenes tour to discover the art and science of cheesemaking. Visit the...
Come face to face with a live owl or hawk. Experience the wonder and learn the mysteries of live birds of prey.
Presentations will be at the entry to Lone Treel Hill trail in back of the...
Join a learning community of Cultivating Joy & Wonder (CJ&W) for Early Learners alumni. Educators like you, who were inspired by the community that was formed at CJ&W and are looking...
The Borderlands is an annual performance event held over the two October weekends before Halloween. The mile-long trail through the woods follows the border between our world and the world of the Fey...
This workshop is designed for farmers, farm-based educators, and non-formal educators. Are you looking to build a farm-based education program, or inspire your existing programming? At this workshop...
The Borderlands is an annual performance event held over the two October weekends before Halloween. The mile-long trail through the woods follows the border between our world and the world of the Fey...
Saturday, 4:15, 5:00, 5:45, & 6:30PMFamily Program, Special Event
A crisp November afternoon is a great time to get outside with your family and enjoy Shelburne Farms by horse drawn wagon ride! Enjoy light snacks and activities back at the education center before...
Saturday, Drop-in any time between 10:00AM & 1:00PMFamily Program, Youth Program, Adult Program
Hawks, owls, and falcons are all birds found right here on the farm. Come meet some of these live birds of prey in a cozy, indoor setting. Learn about each of their unique characteristics...
Get into the kitchen with Vermont’s favorite fruit as we turn apples into tasty treats. We’ll explore the many ways that Vermont’s abundance of apples can be enjoyed.
Using ingredients grown here on Shelburne Farms we will prepare Fire Cider, a vinegar infusion of herbs and vegetables while learning about the many herbs that can help keep us healthy through the...
Learn how to make easy handmade gifts and create “green” crafts with natural and recycled materials. You’ll have fun and be inspired to make more handmade gifts this season at home!
For ages...
We’ve taken some of your favorite school program topics and turned them into one-day, seasonal educator workshops!
In "Animals in Winter," you'll discover what strategies Vermont animals use...
We’ve taken some of your favorite school program topics and turned them into one-day, seasonal educator workshops!
In "Milk and More," you'll explore a Vermont tradition and build awareness of the...
