Earth Day

Hallockville Museum Farm 6038 Sound Avenue, Riverhead, NY, United States

Earth Day is celebrated internationally on April 22. It is a day to educate people about the issues affecting the planet and to raise awareness for and celebrate the efforts in place to protect the environment. As a global observance, it sometimes extends to a week-long celebration, aptly named Earth Week, and the celebrations are coordinated […]

Arbor Day

Hallockville Museum Farm 6038 Sound Avenue, Riverhead, NY, United States

Arbor Day in America is usually celebrated on the last Friday of April, although states can choose their own commemoration dates, to ensure that the environment is the best for trees to prosper. This holiday is dedicated to trees and plants, with the intent of promoting tree planting and educating about tree conservation. Why are […]

Walking History – Native Trees of the East End

Hallockville Museum Farm 6038 Sound Avenue, Riverhead, NY, United States

Native Trees of the East End with Mary Laura Lamont May 11, 10:00 am – 11:30 am The old Hallock homestead is home to many varieties of trees. Participants will examine tree buds, fruits, barks and leaves and learn to spot the differences and identifying traits of trees. Hands-on inspection of wood samples will reveal the […]

Free – $10