Early Fall Weekend Activities

Early Fall Weekend Activities

We’re excited to offer these unique activities from Thursday, September 11 to Saturday, September 13th.

If you have any questions or need assistance planning your visit, please call or text Brooke Redmond, Shelburne Farms Major Gifts Officer, at: 617-306-0090 (cell), or email bredmond@shelburnefarms.org.

Unique Activities September 11-13

Farm Barn Gathering with Alec Webb & Megan Camp
Friday and Saturday I 9:00-10:00 AM

Gather with Alec and Megan, hear what's on their minds, ask questions, and share your experiences at the farm. Meet in Alec’s office at the top of the stairs by O Bread Bakery.
an open-air tour wago full of people looking towards their guide with lake in the background
Farm Stories Tour
Friday 1:00-2:30 PM I Saturday 9:00-10:30 AM

Enjoy stories about Shelburne Farms on a unique open-air wagon tour through the beautiful working landscape with Heidi Webb and Brooke Redmond. Meet in the Farm Barn Courtyard.

empty rough wooden bench facing a meadow, with trees overhanging in foreground and lake in the distance
Campus Excursions
Thursday and Saturday I by request

Explore Shelburne Farms' back roads and special places in an electric farm vehicle with Heidi Webb and Brooke Redmond.
Old Photo of the Coach Barn
Discover the Archive
Thursday 12:00-1:00 PM I Friday 12:00-1:00PM I Saturday 10:30-11:30 AM

Julie Eldridge Edwards, Curator of Collections, will share items from the archive including pieces that informed and continue to support the Coach Barn Rehabilitation Project. Meet in the Main Hall at the Inn.

Tour the Dairy During Milking
Thursday and Saturday I 3:00 - 4:00 PM

Meet the cows and tour the dairy facility during the afternoon milking with Susie Marchand. Meet at the Dairy.
Pollinator Safari!
Friday I 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Join ecologist Leslie Spencer and explore the secret lives of wild pollinators. Get up close to these gentle insects, learn to identify them and how to support pollinators at home. Meet on the North Porch of the Inn.

peonies in foreground, brick wall of gardens and inn in background
Tea at the Inn with Alec Webb
Saturday I 4:00-5:00 PM

Join Alec Webb for a casual conversation over tea. Meet in the Library at the Inn.
Farm Barn Clock Tower in the Fall
Farm Barn Clock Tower
Friday and Saturday I 10:30 AM

Climb the 88 steps to the Farm Barn cupola, discover the E. Howard & Co. mechanics behind the clock faces, and enjoy breathtaking 360-degree views of the landscape. Meet in the cheese making hub in the Farm Barn Courtyard.

Sign Up for Activities

We hope you can join us for one or many of these activities!

Inn, Lake Champlain, and Adirondacks view

Book Your Stay

Rooms at the Inn are being held for Stewards Thursday, 9/11–Sunday, 9/14. Please call 802-985-8498 to make your reservation (2-night minimum) and mention that you are attending the Open House. Reservations for this special block of rooms cannot be made online.

Shelburne Farms Farm Cart

Lunch Options

In addition to the Farm Cart at the Farm Barn, the Shelburne Farms Farm Store sells a variety of farm-fresh and local products. You can purchase O Bread Bakery baked goods at the Farm Store or at their bakery in the Farm Barn courtyard. A list of local options available upon request.

Overlook of the Farm Barn and trails from the Education Garden

There is so much more to do while you are here!

Take in the beauty of Shelburne Farms in the early fall, enjoy breathtaking views and 10 miles of walking trails*, watch cheesemaking and enjoy a taste of Shelburne Farms’ cheddar, meet the Farms’ raptors in residence, and experience hands on learning at the Children’s Farmyard (not just for children!).
*If walking is not an option, you can request a Campus Driving Pass.

Accessibility and Additional Information

We’re happy to share a list of local accommodations offering accessible rooms/bathrooms (book directly by phone).

We want to make our trails, campus, and buildings as welcoming to you as possible. 

If you have any questions or need assistance planning your visit, please contact Brooke Redmond, Shelburne Farms Major Gifts Officer, at: 617-306-0090, or bredmond@shelburnefarms.org