Events

In addition to preserving the historic aspects of the property, DFHS is committed to conserving and enhancing the environmental resources at the site. Wood duck nesting boxes have been constructed along the Maiden Creek, which runs along the property, to provide additional nesting habitat for wood ducks. Each year in late winter, the old nesting

Each year in May, we host a Wildflower Walk on the farm grounds. Led by botanist Dr. Frank Muzopappa, the walk explores the impressive variety of native plants growing on the preserved farm property.

Our annual winter event is a demonstration of ice harvesting. Before refrigeration, cutting blocks of ice in winter and preserving them in an ice house was the only means of keeping things cold in warmer months. When we’re lucky, the farm’s ice pond is frozen so we can actually showcase 19th century tools cutting blocks

The biggest event at the Dreibelbis Farm is the annual Historic Farm Festival, held every summer near the end of August. Re-enactors demonstrate skills and craftmanship required for life on a 19th century farm. Past festivals have included blacksmithing, butter churning, candle making, barrel making, weaving, beekeeping, children’s games, and more. Speakers and live music