Hands-on learning & discovery for all ages
Enjoy many BRAND NEW STATIONS in 2026, plus some favorite standbys!
Many historical skills and heritage arts would be lost to time were it not for those who continue to practice and research them to this day. Try your own hand at an exciting sampling of skills and cultural arts that have endured through the centuries. We have a fantastic lineup of Enduring Skills stations for adults and kids ages 5 and up. This popular event is now in its sixth season!
Bring your family, friends, and a picnic lunch,
and make a whole day...or weekend...of it!
Enduring Skills Stations at a Glance
Now's your chance to try it yourself!
Saturday
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Atlatl throwing
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Ancient cylinder seals NEW
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Scandinavian loom beading NEW
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Scherenschnitte NEW
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Flintknapping
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Native American-style flute making
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Mortar & pestle food processing NEW
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Toy-making: spoon dolls NEW
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Toy-making: hobby horses NEW
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Rag rug making
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Norwegian spoon chip carving NEW
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Rosemaling
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Timber framing
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Historic outdoor games (graces, hoop rolling)
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18th century tavern games
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Decorate a special paper bag NEW
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Char cloth making
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Birch bark etching NEW
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Spencerian cursive
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Sketching with "Juliette Kinzie" NEW
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Songs of the Civil War
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More stations to be added soon! Keep an eye here!
Sunday
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Atlatl throwing
-
Ancient cylinder seals NEW
-
Scandinavian loom beading NEW
-
Scherenschnitte NEW
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Flintknapping
-
Native American-style flute making
-
Mortar & pestle food processing NEW
-
Toy-making: spoon dolls NEW
-
Toy-making: hobby horses NEW
-
Rag rug making
-
Norwegian spoon chip carving NEW
-
Rosemaling
-
Timber framing
-
Historic outdoor games (graces, hoop rolling)
-
18th century tavern games
-
Decorate a special paper bag NEW
-
Birch bark etching NEW
-
Spencerian cursive
-
Sketching with "Juliette Kinzie" NEW
-
Songs of the Civil War
-
More stations to be added soon! Keep an eye here!
"The Enduring Skills Weekend was one adjective after another: fun, interesting, educational, well-organized — did I say fun!, accessible — in so many ways just the BEST event that grandparents could take an almost 6 yr old grandchild.
“...enjoyed it immensely. The variety of hands-on activities was much appreciated. Also, the caliber of experts and interpretation was a surprise treat. Kudos to all involved.”
“...engaged and loved everything...thank you for making this an educational program for families."
"Kids loved it! Adults loved it...It was perfect. A fun event."
“Everyone was welcoming, knowledgeable, and patient. One of my friends has Down Syndrome and he loved all the projects and my other friend uses a walker and was able to reach every station.”
"So much variety! Covers all ages! Chance to try so many new skills. It was wonderful!"
“Knowledgeable demonstrators. Many options.”
"Thanks for the summer highlight event!!"
"We will be back again!"