
A Soldier's Life
Thursday 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.Visit for a hands-on experience of Soldier's equipment from the 1800s at Fort Lancaster. Every Thursday & Saturday 1pm-4pm Free With Admission Contact Fort Lancaster at: 432-836-4391 for more information.
The Skills of the Trade: Sewing by Hand
Friday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.Experience live 1840s sewing demonstrations every Friday at Fort Martin Scott, leading up to the First Annual Frontier Fest, April 17-19. The program will evolve each week, offering hands-on opportunities for visitors to engage in the process and witness the creation of an authentic women’s ensemble. Come with your questions and curiosity!

Crafting Sailor's Valentines: Myth and Artistry
Saturday 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.Found in Ima Hogg’s art collection, sailor’s valentines may look like floral arrangements, but they are really made from hundreds of shells! Discover the hidden stories of craftswomen, consider how myths develop, and make a sailor valentine of your own.

Family Storytime: The Secret Garden of George Washington Carver
Saturday 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.Join us to hear Gene Barretta's book "The Secret Garden of George Washington Carver" and particpate in a free activity.

Boots and Saddles: Leatherworking
Saturday 12 p.m. - 3 p.m.In the time before plastic, leather was used to create the items that were used on the frontier. Leather was a critical element for everyday life, and generally a renewable resource given the abundance of wildlife around the region. From the boots the soldiers wore to the saddles they sat on; leather was a necessity. Come learn about the many different uses of leather and see the process that goes into creating and preserving those items

A Soldier's Life
Saturday 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.Visit for a hands-on experience of Soldier's equipment from the 1800s at Fort Lancaster. Every Thursday & Saturday 1pm-4pm Free With Admission Contact Fort Lancaster at: 432-836-4391 for more information.

Brain Trust: Crochet Unraveled
Wednesday 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.Join us to learn about the "Laws of Crochet Physics!"

A Soldier's Life
Thursday 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.Visit for a hands-on experience of Soldier's equipment from the 1800s at Fort Lancaster. Every Thursday & Saturday 1pm-4pm Free With Admission Contact Fort Lancaster at: 432-836-4391 for more information.

Maxey House Book Club
Thursday 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.Join the Maxey House Book Club in the Maxey House sunroom on Thursday, February 20 at 6:00 pm to discuss Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery.
The Skills of the Trade: Sewing by Hand
Friday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.Experience live 1840s sewing demonstrations every Friday at Fort Martin Scott, leading up to the First Annual Frontier Fest, April 17-19. The program will evolve each week, offering hands-on opportunities for visitors to engage in the process and witness the creation of an authentic women’s ensemble. Come with your questions and curiosity!