Acton 250th Activities at the Faulkner Homestead

 

          
South Acton Walking Tour April 5th 1PM start
The tour begins with a talk at the Faulkner Homestead, followed by a walk to nearby sites. Details will be sent via email closer to the walk.
Click here to register!  
 
5th Grader 250th Anniversary Scavenger Hunt April 5th  2-4PM 
Are you participating in the 5th grade 250th scavenger hunt challenge? Faulkner House will be open for Acton fifth graders and their families.  
 
Iron Work Farm Annual Events

  

           
Egg Hunt  April 12th 12PM   
Join us for an exciting hour of hunting for treats on our 6 acre grounds at the Faulkner Homestead. $10/child donation for children ages 2 and up.
 
"Patriots Day Spirit" April 18th 12-4 PM  
Legend comes alive as Acton's colonial families gather to send their fathers, brothers and sons off to the North Bridge at the start of the Revolutionary War.  Join us for a reenactment at the Faulkner Homestead.
 
"Robbins Ride" April 18th 5-6:30PM   
Acton’s Minutemen reenact the third stop of the alarm rider.  Captain Faulkner raises the alert for the West Militia to muster at Faulkner House with three musket volleys. 
 
"4th" Sunday open houses at Jones Tavern and the Faulkner Homestead

May 25, June 22, July 27, Septemeber 28 and October 26
 
Open-air Tap Room October 4th  4-8 PM  
Come join us at our annual celebration for The Iron Work Farm and friends involving live music, minutemen and merriment! There will be games on the lawn, and fire pits for light, warmth and drama.
 
Annual Meeting October 4th  5pm-5:15pm  
Our 15-minute annual meeting will take place during the Open-air Tap Room party. Make sure your cup is full for this brief confirmation of the IWF board of directors.
 
 Educational Events for the 250th Anniversary Year:
A Living History Program for Children and Families 

Have you ever wondered what it was like to live during the time of the American Revolution? To commemorate the 250th anniversary of the revolution, The Iron Work Farm is introducing this unique, interactive program for children and families. This program is sponsored by the Acton-Boxborough Cultural Counsel and is open to all children 1 to 100.  

 
                
 “Good night and Sleep tight.” May 25th 10am-5pm

Did you ever wonder where that saying comes from? This activity will solve the mystery. You will learn the mysteries of colonial nocturnal life when you experience a visit to the Jones Tavern and following this interactive experience, you will share in breaking fast in our Tavern dining room feasting on a traditional Colonial American meal.  

For the afternoon, you are invited to participate in the Freedom's way Heritage Area's Hidden Treasures Program at the Faulkner House, where Mrs. Faulkner will host a reception and show off the recently restored Col. Faulkner field desk. 
  
          
“Fire in the Hole” (Part One) June 22nd 12-5pm
No explosion, but we will be digging and building a kiln pit. Don’t wear your Sunday best for this activity because it will be dirty. You will also learn how to process clay and build a vessel for the dining table. There will be previously made items on items on hand to fire in the built kiln. A traditional colonial rough, working man's lunch will served in the field.
 
“Fire in the Hole “(Part Two) July 27th 12-5pm
This is your chance to clean up and fire what you made in Part One.  We will also be learning about the origins of the “Purple Heart” and you are invited to cut and sew a decorative heart from cloth. Basic materials and embroidery stitches included.  
 
 “Crown Resistance and other matters of State” September 28th 12-5pm
What are your grievances? Do you feel heard? You will take part in a town meeting in the Great Hall at the Faulkner House.  Mrs. Faulkner has been invited to discuss what the women are planning to prepare for the anticipated rebellion. 
 
 “Medicine, women and Witchcraft” October 26th 12-5pm
Who did you go to if you were sick in Colonial America. There will be an interactive discussion about women, medicine and witchcraft. The Faulkner's had a direct connection to the Salem Witch Trials. Our resident Historian Anne Forbes will tell the story of the Abigalil Faulkner and her salvation. This will be followed with festive fall activities and celebration. Costumes are welcome, Refreshments will be served. 
 
Lend a Helping Hand!

Iron Work Farm welcomes volunteers at Jones Tavern and Faulkner Homestead for many different activities.
Can you help out? Check out the Volunteer page for more info or contact us with your areas of interest.