Homeschoolers ages 13 and up are invited to join us for themed, advanced craft workshops! These workshops will explore seasonal themes and incorporate items from OSV’s collections, the natural world around the museum, and contemporary and 19th-century issues.

Things to know:

• All programs take place on Mondays. Participants will be able to enter the museum with Village staff on these dates, but the museum is otherwise closed to the public.

• Please let us know as soon as possible if you need to cancel your workshop tickets. As these workshops are in high demand, refunds for workshop fees will only be given up to one week prior to the event date, or in the case of cancellation by Old Sturbridge Village.
• Unless otherwise noted, these programs will take place inside the Museum Education building. Please park in the Museum Education parking lot. For details, download this map.
• OSV’s programs are rain or shine. In the case of inclement weather, we will reach out to reschedule the program.

 

April 15th: Needle Felted Pet Portraits

Ages: 13+

Time: 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Cost: Members – $20; Non-members – $24

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Needle felting is a form of embellishment that has been practiced for a long time. The first needle punch tool was invented in 1859 to make woolen batting from slaughterhouse grade wool, fibers of lesser quality, and even soldier’s hair. In this workshop we’re going to be making portraits of your favorite furry (or scaly) friend. While we create, we’ll discuss the various textile arts practiced in New England during the Village’s period. Did 19^th-century people celebrate their pets, too?

Please note: Participants will need a good photograph printed out of their companion animal, no larger than 5×7.

April 2024 Discovery Adventures

Registration is now open for April Discovery Adventures (ages 6-14) and Summer Discovery Adventures for (ages 6-17)! All participants get the opportunity to dress in costume, try their hands at historical crafts and skills, play games, and so much more. Spaces tend to fill fast, so sign up early for best selection.

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