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HOMESTEADING WORKSHOPS
Homesteading is a term for a "lifestyle of self-sufficiency" which describes the life of the Mather family back in 1778 when Deacon Joseph and Sarah Mather built the Homestead. Their surrounding 100 acre farm provided everything an 11 person family needed to be self-sufficient. They raised animals, grew vegetables and other crops, cooked, sewed and embroidered their clothing, canned fruits and vegetables, made candles ... and more. Our workshops give participants knowledge and hands-on experience with activities that would have been undertaken by Homesteaders. Join us!

UPCOMING WORKSHOPS
- Wed, Feb 01MH Elizabeth W. Chilton Education CenterFeb 01, 6:30 PMMH Elizabeth W. Chilton Education Center, 19 Stephen Mather Rd, Darien, CT 06820, USALearn the art of hand-sewn improvisational patchwork quilting. No experience required! By the end of the workshop, you'll create one or more unique patchwork blocks to use for a pillow, a small wall-hanging, or a small quilt. Wine & cheese will be served!
- Sun, Mar 05MH Barn
- Thu, Apr 06Darien
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