Events

The Men, Women, and Moments That Forged the United States Through December 2026 John Edward Smith Gallery (Kemin Cultivation Center) Included with General Admission A unique exhibit of historical portraits that come alive when you...

Living History Farms is now a regional partner in the Scripps National Spelling Bee Saturday, March 7 • 2 p.m. Emcee: WHO 13 News anchor/reporter Calyn Thompson We're excited to bring the Scripps National Spelling Bee to...

America at 250! The Legacy of The Declaration of Independence One-day seminar Saturday, March 28 • 8:30 a.m.–2:15 p.m. Free, but registration is required Lunch will be provided Thousands of books and articles have been...

It's Easter in Walnut Hill! Egg hunts and so much more ... Saturday, April 4 • 9 a.m.-noon Advance: $12 • $11 members • Under 2 free At the door: $13 • $12 members •...

Transcribing the Freedmen's Bureau An Acts of Science: Connected Event Friday, April 10 · 12:30–3 p.m. or 4:30–7 p.m. Registration is required and is limited to 15 people per session All ages · Individuals or...

Guest speaker: Historian Sarah Fling of the White House Historical Association A "Hoover on the Road" program of the Hoover Presidential Foundation Thursday, April 23 • 6:30 p.m. Living History Farms Kemin Cultivation Center •...

Celebrate the creativity and heritage skills of Iowa artisans APRIL 25 • 10 a.m.–3 p.m. ADMISSION IS FREE! In recognition of America's 250th birthday, we present the inaugural Folk Art Fair at Living History Farms....

Our changing ideas from the founders to Obama's election May 12–June 5 John Edward Smith Gallery (Kemin Cultivation Center) Included with General Admission Since 1776, when the United States declared independence from Great Britain, the...

Explore the origins and meaning of Memorial Day! Saturday, May 23 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Memorial Day began in 1868 as a day called Decoration Day. More than 600,000 soldiers had died during the American...

The perfect opportunity for families to learn together! Friday, May 29 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Discounted admission if you buy ahead • Free for members You and your children will have the opportunity to tour...