Explore the fascinating world of the insects behind Deerfield’s history and collections! Insects supplied early New Englanders with crucial ingredients for furniture, clothing, and food. Live silkworms and hands-on activities with insect dye complement a look at insects as both providers and pests. Learn about the importance of insects to our world today.

Included with general admission.

Daily (Wednesday-Sunday), 12–4:30 p.m. at the History Workshop