2008 Calendar

Greenbank Mills & Philips Farm is a living history museum with tours and programs focusing on a variety of aspects of the Early Republic (1790-1830): the gristmill, the textile factory, and daily life at the 1794 Philips House and 19th century farm with heritage livestock.  Open every Friday and Saturday from 10 to 4, March through mid-December. Greenbank Mills & Philips Farm is open through the week, year round, for group programs by reservation.

Tours include the gristmill restoration, the Madison Factory textile mill, the 1794 Philips House, and the 19th century farm with heritage livestock.

March 1- December 13

• Open Fridays and Saturdays from 10 to 4 for the season

March 8

• Marc Meltonville of Hampton Court Palace discusses the restoration and interpretation of Henry VIII’s kitchens.  10 AM. Admission $12, members $10.

April 5

• D-Major Singers, 5:00, an evening of food, fun, and song--18th century ballads (reservations needed: 302-999-9001).

April 26

• Sheep shearing, 10-4

• 4th annual Herb Festival & Plant Sale, 10-4. Hundreds of herb plants are available, both favorite and unusual varieties.

May 24

• Baking day at the beehive oven.  10 to 4.
• Meet the Dyer in the Madison Factory Woolen Mill.  10 to 4.

May 30, 31, June 1

• Civil War Experience, 10-4.  Experience the lives of both soldiers and civilians during the War Between the States. Explore the Union and Confederate camps beside the Red Clay Creek.

June 14

• Clothing a Nation: Wool to Wardrobe in the Early Republic.  10 to 4.

July 12

• The Color of History: Meet the Dyer.  10 to 4.

August 23

• Gourds in History: How to Make Gourd Utensils.  10 to 4.

Sept 26, 27, 28

• Revolutionary War Encampment & 18th Century Market, 10-4, an encampment of re-enactors and a recreated 18th century market and artisan fair. Come experience 1781 Delaware for yourself.

October 25 & 26

• Bread Festival, 10-4, Bread competition, tours of Mills and Philips Farm, craft demonstrations, lots of food and fun!

December 13 & 14

• A Greenbank Christmas, 5-8PM, candlelight tours.