Come spend your morning learning to bloom beautiful impressionist flowers on silk! Renowned silk painter, Vivien Pollack, will lead this relaxing class in the art of silk painting. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER $75 Members or $85 Non-Members Materials: Wear old clothes or bring an apron and bring protective gloves. Dyes and silk scarf will be […]
In this workshop we will cover the basics of traditional wet felting by taking raw natural fibers such as wool and silk to create a wet felted flower brooch or hair pin. Students will learn the process of combining fibers with water and soap to create a solid non woven fabric with endless color and […]
Pysanky is a centuries-old folk art, primarily Ukrainian with variants found throughout Eastern Europe. Melted wax is applied with special tools to an eggshell which is then dipped in dye. Successive layers of wax are applied, followed by additional colored dye baths, resulting in complex designs and patterns. Many traditional designs carry symbolic meanings originating […]
Join us for this 4 hour hands on workshop and learn to capture nature in a uniquely beautiful way! This will be an exploration of printing Fish by the ancient Japanese technique of Gyotako (Gyo – meaning fish and taku meaning rubbing or impression). This is a very exciting method of printing fish where much […]
Join us for this very special, holiday edition of Pysanky making, where you will create your own, beautiful, snowflake design. Your finished work can be turned into a heirloom ornament! Pysanky is a centuries-old folk art, primarily Ukrainian with variants found throughout Eastern Europe. Melted wax is applied with special tools to an eggshell which […]
Learn how to transform wool roving into a sculpture and make a Valentine’s Day themed craft. You will start off your day by making a beautiful heart shaped pin! With extra time, you will be able to make additional pins or create your own craft! You will take home a complete kit as well as […]
Join instructor, Janice Nesta, to learn the art of German Paper Cutting! Sherenschnitte (pronounced sher-en-schnit-uh) is a German folk art that dates back hundreds of years. It is a paper cutting craft easily learned by beginners. In this class we will be concentrating on Spring themed patterns. Leave winter behind for a few hours while […]
Join instructor, Justine Moody, in learning the basics of macrame knot making and go home with a handmade hanging planter. We will review everything from the beginning lark’s head knot to the berry knot and all of the different materials you’ll need to macrame on your own. Come to class with your favorite potted plant […]
Join Hallockville and Long Island Traditions on April 7th (1-3PM), in welcoming four native Long Island decoy carvers: George Rigby Jr., Scott Lechmanski, Captain Jack Combs, and Don Michne. Duck Decoys are considered a traditional woodworking craft, dating back thousands of years, and are recognized as important pieces of Maritime Folk Art heritage locally and nationally. Come spend the […]
Ever been interested in learning how to basket weave, but didn't know where to start?! Join instructor, Barbara Chuvalas, for this beginners basket weaving class! Students will learn the base lay out of basket weaving, continuing with the weaving and rim placement, to create a beautiful Bistro Bread Basket. This basket will complement your table […]
Join instructor, Diane Schwindt, in learning the art of floral design! Students will learn how to utilize natures bounty from their own backyards and master how to create the perfect floral arrangements that will complement any event or table. Participants will learn the tricks of the trade such as; choosing the appropriate plant materials, how […]
Mary Laura Lamont, local naturalist and birding expert, will lead the search for through the woods and fields of Hallockville and Hallock State Park Preserve. Bring binoculars, appropriate apparel, and sturdy footwear. •$5 Members or $7 Non-members •All ages welcome •Advanced registration requested: please call 631-298-5292 or email megan@hallockville.com
*SOLD OUT* PLEASE COME BACK TO SEE WHAT OUR NEXT EMBROIDERY CLASS WILL BE! Join us for a relaxing day of creating. Instructor, Connie Klos, will teach students how to embroider the chain stitch, outline stitch and french knot to create this mini Spring scene. The finished project will be suitable for framing in a 4 X […]
Please join us for a lovely afternoon of delectable savories, sweets and assorted teas. Featuring beautifully handmade auction items. Don't forget to wear your favorite spring hat! Reserved Seating -- $35 per person - Tickets will go on sale early May! Reserve early--space is limited! Call 631-298-5292 or email: megan@hallockville.com
Join instructor, Barbara Chuvalas, in making this beautiful Wool Drying Basket! This basket was used historically for just that, drying fleece! The basket has legs so that air could circulate through the wool. Side handles help carry the basket & wool. This is an all-over twill pattern. Please bring: pencil, ruler, scissors, small flat screwdriver,spray bottle […]
Join instructor, Vivien Pollack, to learn how to change fabric into a beautiful piece of art! This class will include two different methods of silk painting! You will paint a 12" x 12", piece and also come home with a hand-painted silk scarf you painted yourself. Learn silk painting techniques using salt and alcohol. Then […]
Learn to make exquisite designs using the most delicate of beads. The possibilities for creativity are endless. You will learn to set up and warp your very own bead loom as well as learn the basics of loom weaving and will produce a weaving that can then be made into a piece of jewelry or […]
Is wood carving a hobby of yours? We think that’s fantastic! Join this group of carving enthusiasts who meet the last Sunday of every month at Hallockville Museum Farm. All skill levels are welcome just bring a carving knife (or we’ll lend you one!) and some ideas for a project and we will help you […]
A Family's Attic: Treasures Saved by Six Generations of Women Most of the items in this exhibit have little or no monetary worth, but were carefully cherished and saved for their sentimental value across six generations of Sound Avenue women. The first generation was born in the late 1700s. The fifth generation took everything to […]
Come join us on the farm for our first, 3 part series, of Barn Yoga in our historic Naugles Barn! Connect with your inner yogi while immersing yourself in nature, and enjoying the historic North Fork landscape at the Museum Farm. All classes will be structured for all levels of practice: Beginners to Advanced, creating […]
