Queens County Farm Museum
Feb 18, 2022 @ 10:00 am– Dec 31, 2023 @ 5:00 pm
Queens County Farm Museum
73-50 Little Neck Parkway Queens
Floral Park, New York
Suggested Ages: All, Adult Friendly
Visit 47-acres of the longest continuously farmed site in New York State (since 1697). See historic farm buildings, a greenhouse complex, farm vehicles and implements, planting fields, an orchard and herb garden and livestock including cattle, sheep, chickens and llamas.
Pick up the scavenger hunt in the Farm Store to learn about the farm’s plants, animals and history. Stop by on the Con Edison Reading Room to cozy up with books and magazines for all ages.
Join tractor-drawn hayride on the hour from 11 am to 4 pm (weather permitting).
Hands On History: April Fools!
The home-turned-museum of Rufus King – Founding Father and early voice in the anti-slavery movement- hosts free family programs the first & third Saturday each month with seasonal themes.
This April Fools’ Day, come learn about some safe and fun jokes and pranks from the 19th century, harvest donut seeds, and make the classic Rattlesnake…
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Hands On History: Jackie in Queens
The home-turned-museum of Rufus King – Founding Father and early voice in the anti-slavery movement- hosts free family programs the first & third Saturday each month with seasonal themes.
April 15th marks the 76th anniversary of Jackie Robinson breaking Major League Baseball’s racial barrier by making his game debut with the Brooklyn Dodgers, becoming the…
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Sheep Shearing Festival
Celebrate Spring on the longest continuously farmed site in New York State. Join Queens Farm for NYC’s only sheep shearing festival. Farmer-led tours and sheep shearing demonstrations connect visitors to life on the farm. See where vegetables come from. Learn about wool processing, natural dyes and visit with fiber artists as they showcase their craft.…
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