Open Hearth Cooking Workshops, Winter 2024

Please join us this winter to prepare and eat savory and sweet dishes under the guidance of our experienced open-hearth cooks. The hearth cooks will teach you a variety of techniques, providing a hands-on experience you will never forget in the kitchen of the 1786 Hall Tavern. You will participate in the process and assist the hearth cooks in preparing the dishes for the workshop.

The registration for each class is $75 per person ($70 for members). Registration will be refunded if cancellation is made by 12 p.m. on the Thursday preceding the workshop. Register early as workshops fill up quickly! If you have any questions, please contact the Interpretive Programs Manager at 413-775-7217.

All hearth cooking workshops are located in Hall Tavern.

February 3, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Basics: From Hearth to Table

For the beginner, try a variety of hearth cooking techniques and equipment.

February 10, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Supper at the Hall Tavern: Evening Workshop

Come and prepare hearty tavern fare and enjoy supper by the fire.

February 17, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Desserts and Hot Chocolate

Cozy up to the fire as you sip historical hot chocolate and help prepare some sweet treats.

February 24 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Baking in the Beehive Oven: Learn how to fire the oven

We will bake bread and pies in the beehive oven.