The Flynt Center and historic houses are closed until April 18, 2026.
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Demonstrations

Unless otherwise noted, all programs are included with general admission to the museum.

March 28, 2026 - 3 PM - 7 PM

Open Hearth Cooking Workshop: Supper at Hall Tavern (Special Evening Workshop)

Prepare hearty tavern fare including roast pork, winter vegetable soup, apple pie, and long rolls with butter. While the food is cooking, play some board games and nine pins in the tap room.

April 25, 2026 - 10 AM - 4 PM

Historic Trade Demonstration: Blacksmithing with Rick Martin and Friends

Join us for blacksmithing with Rick Martin and friends.

April 25, 2026 - 10 AM - May 30, 2026 - 4 PM

Open Hearth Cooking Demonstration: Great Cakes!

During the 18th century, towns in New England held muster days for men to practice military drills. These became community affairs and people made special food, including a treat that became known as Muster Cake.

April 25, 2026 - 10 AM - 4 PM

Historic Trade Demonstration: Tailoring a Revolutionary War Era Military Uniform with Henry Cooke

Join us for tailoring with Henry Cooke.

May 9, 2026 - 10 AM - 4 PM

Historic Trade Demonstration: Military Leather Work with Jay Blain

Join us for military leather work with Jay Blain.

May 9, 2026 - 10 AM - 4 PM

Historic Trade Demonstration: Powder Horn Carving with Laurie McCarthy

Join us for powder horn carving with artist and reenactor Laurie McCarthy.

May 16, 2026 - 10 AM - 4 PM

Historic Trade Demonstration: Pottery with Stephen Earp

Join us for pottery with Stephen Earp.

May 16, 2026 - 10 AM - 4 PM

Historic Trade Demonstration: Silversmithing with Steve Smithers

Join us for silversmithing with Steve Smithers.

May 23, 2026 - 10 AM - 4 PM

Historic Trade Demonstration: Joinery with Ted Ingraham

Join us for joinery with Ted Ingraham.

June 6, 2026 - 10 AM - June 27, 2026 - 4 PM

Open Hearth Cooking Demonstration: Revolutionary Recipes

Come and see what was on the menu for families during the Revolutionary period.