Join us at the Homeplace for our annual Trades Fair, Labor Day weekend, Saturday and Sunday September 3rd and 4th!
We will be hosting craftspeople from nearby areas who will be showcasing their talents in historic trades that were common during the 1850’s. We will have a variety of trades on display as well as vendors on the farm. These will include a working Gristmill from 1917, Gargoyle Ranch goat farm, a local stone cutter and artist, Tn River Artist Blacksmith Association, a copper artist at work, a crochet artist, a soap and candle artisan (Sat), a musical artist (Sat), and a beekeeper (Sun). There will be lots to see and to experience with these tradespeople.
This is a unique opportunity to connect with the tradespeople who keep these skills alive. Trades fair will begin at 10am and run until 4pm both days. Come out and bring the family to the Homeplace for a day on the Farm!
You can volunteer at this very special event. Just send an email to our Volunteer Coordinator (volunteer@friendsoflbl.org) or call to provide your info direct by calling (270) 924-2007!
You do not want to miss this very special event at the Homeplace Working Farm and Agricultural Museum.
Bring the family to Nature Station during the Labor Day holiday weekend for a kid-friendly foray into some basic albeit important outdoor skills! From learning about venomous animals to practicing your fishing skills, we’ll learn some new ways to enjoy the outdoors.
There are a variety of specific programs over these 3 days to thoroughly entertain and involve both adults and children during this event.
See Outdoor Kids Fest programs listed on the FS website for more details!
This year’s “Love Our Byways” project will be focused on Cedar Pond. Please join us to help us restore this gorgeous picnic area.
Please bring:
- Appropriate clothing
- Closed-toe shoes
- Water bottle
Lunch will be provided, as will all tools and supplies. Volunteers under 18 are welcome with an adult participant. Walk-up volunteers welcomed.
Have you ever wanted to test your skills with 19th century media? How about exploring artistic themes in a historical setting? Here’s your chance! Embark on a creative journey and enjoy friendly competition with fellow artists!
Explore chemistry while creating a tie-dyed bandana using plants! All materials provided.
- Call 270-924-2020 to reserve your spot. $3.00/participant.
- Pre-registration is required. Program limited to 25 participants. Program meets at Nature Station picnic pavilion and does not include admission to the Woodlands Nature Station.
Meet us at 11 am on National Public Lands Day (Sep 24) at the KY Lake Scenic Drive Picnic Area [N 36 degrees 59.020 W 088 degrees 13.557 or UTM 16S E 39089r N 4093762]
First we will sign in, say hi to all the other ‘cachers’, get some fun stuff, pick up trash bags & gear.
We will then head out to GeoCache at 11:30 am. Meet back up at the original parking lot at 1 pm to load up the trash bags for disposal and picnic together. Bring your own lunch & chair. We will bring water and chips to share.
See you there!