Join us for a Homestead Arts class featuring knitting and crocheting. Bring your favorite project, even cross stitch or needlepoint. If you don't know how, we will teach you some simple finger knitting techniques. We will provide yarn and scissors, and some hot drinks around the wood stove. Also try out our table top […]
Go back in time and live like an Oregon settler in 1850 at our pioneer education center. The family farm includes a pond, chickens, garden, one-room schoolhouse, and a pioneer "homestead". We can provide pioneer clothing like bonnets and aprons or you can wear your own. Complete with fun activities, authentic "chores" and crafts. This […]
Meet Mrs. Eugene Skinner, the first woman settler in the Eugene area, and listen to her talk about her life here. Our costumed interpreter will take you back in time at the Shelton McMurphey Johnson House, the area's only Victorian house musuem. Gather in the parlor (wear your historic clothing if you like!) and enjoy […]
Join us for a wonderful walking tour of the historic homes in the East Skinner Butte neighborhood, concluded with a special wine reception at the beautiful historic Pironi house. Doug and Sherrill, the owners, love to entertain and will delight you with true stories about their house and property. Hear about the latest developments and […]
The Life and Times of Opal Whiteley- Guided Tour Join us at noon on Saturday, June 19th for a guided caravan tour of Opal Whiteley's life and places- with Steve Williamson, a local expert on Opal Whiteley. Steve has done lots of research on her and our local history. See the Opal memorial website here […]