Ross Farm Museum

Website http://rossfarm.novascotia.ca/

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  • By the Light of the Candle

    By the Light of the Candle
    Ross Farm Museum

    In the early 1800's the only source of light would have been by candle. Many families would have had to make their own candles or else go with no light at all.  Come join the staff at the Ross Farm Museum in making dipped candles just like the settlers would have done years ago.

  • Snowshoe Demonstration

    Snowshoe Demonstration
    Ross Farm Museum

    This weekend the interpreters at Ross Farm Museum will be demonstrating the traditional art of snowshoe making. They will have snowshoes available for you to experience snowshoeing first hand.

  • Flax Demonstration

    Ross Farm Museum

    This weekend staff will be on hand to inform and demonstrate the steps involved from the planting of the flax seed to the spinning of the fiber.

  • The Village Blacksmith

    Ross Farm Museum

    This weekend come to Ross Farm Museum and learn why the blacksmith was such an important part of the community and why they remained so, well into the 20th century.

  • Winter Frolic

    Winter Frolic
    Ross Farm Museum

    Winter is fun at Ross Farm Museum, this weekend join us for a sleigh ride, and enjoy a delicious cup of hot chocolate made over an open fire. Visit the farm workshop and sample some homemade ice cream. Bring your toboggan; we have a fabulous coasting hill. We also have snow shoes available for you...Read more >

  • Christmas in the Country at Ross Farm

    Christmas in the Country at Ross Farm
    Ross Farm Museum

    As part of the New Ross Christmas Festival, staff at Ross Farm have put together a great program for your enjoyment.  Step back in time to experience Christmas in the Country. At Rosebank Cottage sample traditional dishes from the period, such as plum pudding, sugar cookies, and warmed spiced cider. On Saturday, young and old...Read more >

  • Beginner Rug-Hooking Workshop

    Ross Farm Museum

    If you would like to try rug-hooking join us at the Ross Farm Museum for a 1-day workshop and create a beautiful hot pad with traditional "hit and miss" background.  No previous experience required. Time: 9:30am-4:30pm (Bring your own lunch) Cost: Course=$50, Heart Kit=$50

  • “Christmas at the Farm”-Silent Auction and Social Evening

    Ross Farm Museum

    Back by popular demand, this social evening of the year has complimentary wine and hor d'oeuvres.  Do some Christmas shopping while in the company of friends.  100% of the monies raised goes directly into New Ross projects. Bidding ceases at 9pm.