Herb & Garden Faire at Landis Valley Museum
Herb & Garden Faire
Please note: Adults are $14, Seniors 65+ $12, and Children $10, ages 6-11, ages 5 and under are free.
*This is different from the regular daily admission.
Friday–Saturday, May 8–9, 2026
Location: Landis Valley Village & Farm Museum
The Landis Valley Herb & Garden Faire is one of Pennsylvania’s most anticipated spring gardening events. Held annually at Landis Valley, this two-day outdoor fair brings together growers, artisans, gardeners, and plant enthusiasts in a historic village setting.
What You’ll Find:
Herbs and heirloom vegetable plants
Native plants, perennials, and fruit trees
Garden art, pottery, handmade crafts, and herbal products
Educational opportunities with Master Gardeners
Food vendors and access to historic buildings
Perfect for gardeners of all levels, the Herb & Garden Faire is also an ideal destination for Mother’s Day weekend shopping, offering unique and meaningful gifts.
Tip: Bring a wagon or cart to carry your purchases.
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Event Schedule
Friday
10:00 am
Why Lavender?
“Why lavender?” our neighbors asked when we planted two acres on our farm in northern Lancaster County. Join me for a brief look at this remarkable plant—from its rich history to its many uses. We’ll explore steam distillation, what makes lavender so versatile, and the unique challenges of growing this Mediterranean plant in humid Pennsylvania.
Location: #35
Led By: Jackie Uibel-Bartsch of Purple Moon Lavender Farm
10:30 am
Box Tree Moths & Beech Leaf Disease
Join Brandon Yeager and Shawn Shuffelbottom, two certified arborists with Bartlett Tree Experts on their presentation of new problems such as Beech Leaf Disease – Tree disease that slowly kills beech trees from the inside out and Box Tree Moth – Insect pest that eats & destroys boxwood shrubs. They will also touch on other common pests and how Bartlett Tree Experts can help.
Location: Visitor Center Auditorium
Led By Shawn Shufflebottom & Brandon Yeager of Bartlett Tree Experts
10:30 am
Herbal Bouquets: Toss ‘Em In the Teapot or Stockpot
The herb garden is an excellent source for flavorful and healthy herb teas. Learn to create small bouquets that can be used to make a pot of tea. Tina Sams of The Essential Herbal Magazine will discuss different blends to create for relaxation, colds and sore throats, reviving and re-energizing, tension, and more. The same technique can be used for soups and stews, making meals both delicious and healing.
Location: Yellow Barn Courtyard
Led By: Tina Sams of The Essential Herbal Magazine
11:00 am
Keeping a Simple Garden Journal
Introduction to using a junk journal to record and track your gardening- from purchases of seeds or plants, to flower beds or projects-and everything in between! “We may think we are nurturing our garden. But of course, it is our garden that is really nurturing us.” ~ Jenny Uglow
Location: #46
Led By: Ame Groff of Your Life in Journals
11:00 am
Growing Medicinal Herbs
Join Susanna Reppert Brill of The Rosemary House, Mechanicsburg PA for guidance on some of the medicinal herbs we can easily grow in Pennsylvania and a quick introduction to their uses.
Location: Yellow Barn Courtyard
Led By: Susanna Reppert Brill of The Rosemary House
11:30 am
Steam Distillation of Essential Oils
Join Heidi of My Herbal Apothecary to engage your senses and learn one way to create essential oils. Get a front row view of the steam distillation process, while inhaling the intoxicating aroma, watch a glass still in action, creating an essential oil and hydrosol.
Location: #75
Led By Heidi Benard of My Herbal Apothecary
1:00 pm
Grafting Apple Trees
Learn why apple trees are grafted (instead of planting a seed). Instructors will discuss the types of different rootstocks and explain why grafting is an easy way to propagate a specific variety. They will then demonstrate at least two types of grafting techniques.
Location: #10
Led By Steve Shambeda of Backyard Fruit Growers
1:00 pm
Working Gardens in 19th Century Pennsylvania Dutch Country: Contrasting High Victorian Style with the Common Working Garden
This presentation contrasts 19th-century high Victorian style with the common “working garden” in PA Dutch country with lessons for today’s gardeners. The PowerPoint show features garden graphics, historical photos, and period magazine illustrations.
Location: Visitor Center Auditorium
Led By: Mike Cassidy, Master Gardener
1:30 pm
Stained Glass Succulent
Join Sharon Morin in a demonstration on how to create a basic stained glass piece by explaining the basic steps and tools. The stained glass succulent created during the workshop will be raffled off to one of the attendees of the workshop.
Location: Hotel
Led By: Sharon Morin of MORIN-interpretations
2:30 pm
How to Grow Great Tomatoes
Tim will discuss the process of seed saving, planting, and how to care for the plants throughout the season, including how to feed them and deal with pest or disease issues.
Location: #51
Led By: Tim Mountz of Happy Cat Farm
3:00 pm
How to Divide a Clump
Are you overwhelmed with a large clump and would like to spread it out? We will talk about tips and tricks on how to successfully break apart a clump for transplanting.
Location: #74
Led By: Michelle Bingham & Denise Freeman of Woodcrest Daylilies
Saturday
10:00 am
Why Lavender?
“Why lavender?” our neighbors asked when we planted two acres on our farm in northern Lancaster County. Join me for a brief look at this remarkable plant—from its rich history to its many uses. We’ll explore steam distillation, what makes lavender so versatile, and the unique challenges of growing this Mediterranean plant in humid Pennsylvania.
Location: #35
Led By: Jackie Uibel-Bartsch of Purple Moon Lavender Farm
10:30 am
Herbal Bouquets: Toss ‘Em In the Teapot or Stockpot
The herb garden is an excellent source for flavorful and healthy herb teas. Learn to create small bouquets that can be used to make a pot of tea. Tina Sams of The Essential Herbal Magazine will discuss different blends to create for relaxation, colds and sore throats, reviving and re-energizing, tension, and more. The same technique can be used for soups and stews, making meals both delicious and healing.
Location: Yellow Barn courtyard
Led By: Tina Sams of The Essential Herbal Magazine
11:00 am
Keeping a Simple Garden Journal
Introduction to using a junk journal to record and track your gardening- from purchases of seeds or plants, to flower beds or projects-and everything in between! “We may think we are nurturing our garden. But of course, it is our garden that is really nurturing us.” ~ Jenny Uglow
Location: #46
Led By: Ame Groff of Your Life in Journals
11:00 am
Growing Medicinal Herbs
Join Susanna Reppert Brill of The Rosemary House, Mechanicsburg, PA, for guidance on some of the medicinal herbs we can easily grow in Pennsylvania and a quick introduction to their uses.
Location: Yellow Barn courtyard
Led By: Susanna Reppert Brill of The Rosemary House
11:30 am
Steam Distillation of Essential Oils
Join Heidi of My Herbal Apothecary to engage your senses and learn one way to create essential oils. Get a front row view of the steam distillation process, while inhaling the intoxicating aroma, watch a glass still in action, creating an essential oil and hydrosol.
Location: #75
Led By Heidi Benard of My Herbal Apothecary
1:00 pm
Grafting Apple Trees
Learn why apple trees are grafted (instead of planting a seed). Instructors will discuss the types of different rootstocks and explain why grafting is and easy way to propagate a specific variety. They will then demonstrate at least two types of grafting techniques.
Location: #10
Led By Steve Shambeda of Backyard Fruit Growers
1:30 pm
How to Formulate Herbal Teas
What is a tisane? An infusion? A decoction? You’ll learn this and more! We’ll talk about the properties of a variety of common herbs. We will talk about some of the herbs that can be easily grown in our gardens in this area, how to harvest and dry them. Finally, using the formulator’s triangle, you’ll learn how to blend herbs into teas for your pleasure, nourishment, and health. We will then blend a tea together, brew a pot of it, and sip!
Location: #62
Led By: Sarah Preston of Herbs from the Labyrinth
1:30 pm
How to Divide a Clump
Are you overwhelmed with a large clump and would like to spread it out? We will talk about tips and tricks on how to successfully break apart a clump for transplanting.
Location: #74
Led By: Michelle Bingham & Denise Freeman of Woodcrest Daylilies
2:30 pm
How to Grow Great Tomatoes
Tim will discuss the process of seed saving, planting, and how to care for the plants throughout the season, including how to feed them and deal with pest or disease issues.
Location: #51
Led By: Tim Mountz of Happy Cat Farm
3:00 pm
Bonsai Demonstration
Creating and styling a bonsai from nursery stock.
Location: #24
Led By: Bob Petrilli of Yellowdog Bonsai
#1
The Robb Wilds
Native Plant Plugs
#3
Off the Beaten Path Nursery
Fig, Citrus, Paw Paws, and Pomegranate Trees
#5
Amy Holland Pottery
Kick Wheel Thrown Pottery Inspired by Gardens and the Natural World
#7
AAA Central Penn
Play a Game and Enter to Win a Garden Basket, centralpenn.aaa.com
#8
Goldfinch Pottery
Functional Pottery Ware, goldfinchpottery.com
#9
Hickory Town Gardens
A Variety of Native Perennials, hickorytowngardens.com
#10
Back Yard Fruit Growers
Fruit Trees
#11
Greenfootprint Garden & Birds
Handmade Garden Items, Artisan Birdhouses Crafted to Audubon Specifications For Each Bird
#12
Whispering Trees Fairy Gardens
Build Your Own Fairy Garden Activity Stand Using Live Plants & As Many Natural Components As Possible (Moss, Stones, Acorns, etc.) – Saturday Only
#13
Iron Wolf Traders
Cast Iron & Home Décor, Handmade Tree of Life Wall Art, Metal Compass Roses, Weathervanes, etc., www.IronWolfTraders.com
#14
Wild Child Fibers
Apparel, Accessories, Objects d’Art, wildchildfibers.com
#15
Imberspell
Soap, Body Products, Candles & Accessories
#17
Meraki Creations by Elizabeth
Hand-Poured Candles, Botanical Items, and Home Décor
#20
Shannon’s Nursery
Native Ferns, Perennials, and Shrubs
#21
A Patch of Earth
A Patch of Earth- repurposed patchwork natural fiber clothing, wood burned artwork, wood burned earrings, @patchofearth
#23
Outta My Gourd Designs
Gourd Birdhouses, Bowls, and Gourd Planters
#24
Yellowdog Bonsai
Bonsai Trees, Air Plants, Air Plant Décor, Houseplants, yellowdogbonsai.com
#25
Susu’s Suds LLC
Soap, Body Butters, Skincare
#26
Just 4 Paws and Hooves, LLC
Handmade All-Natural Dog, Cat, and Horse Treats, Catnip Toys and Mats, Handmade Pet Items
#27
Country Brooms & Brooms for Sale
Handmade Corn Brooms & Dustpans, Etsy.com/shop/countrybrooms
#29
Backyard Forest
Native Shrubs, Trees, and Perennials, backyard-forest.com
#30
MORIN-Interpretations by SAM
Stained and Fused Glass Items for Home and Garden, Upcycled Garden Art
#32
Yellowseventeen
Gourd Birdhouses, Fresh Raw Honey, Gourd Products, Garden Jewelry, Teacup Gardens, yellowseventeen.store
#33
Blackthorn Estates Nursery, LLC
Augustifolia, Intermedia & Stoechas Varieties. Specializing In Culinary Varieties. Lavender Themed Decorative Linens & Lavender Therapy Pillows www.blackthornlavender.com
#34
Logie & Co.
Sign Language Items, Earrings, Succulent Car Vent Clips, Simmer Pot Packs, Magnets, Stickers, thelogieshop.com
#35
Purple Moon Lavender Farm
Personal & Culinary Lavender Products, Aromatherapy Items, Resin Art, purplemoonlavender.com
#36
Marissa Rose
Handmade Jewelry and Painting Prints
#37
Cottage of Herbs
Gourmet Herb Vinegars, Dips, Spice Blends, Herb Bean Soup Mixes, Teas, Gift Baskets, cottageofherbs.com
#38
La Cigale
French Provincial Linens, Acrylic Coated Tablecloths, Napkins, Dish Towels, Made in USA, lacigale-usa.com
#39
Wood N’ Glass
Trees of Life Created From Carved Wood and Stained Glass. Simple Naturescapes Created From Fused Glass And Found Natural Objects, Fused Glass Suncatchers www.woodnglass2.com
#40
Backyard Blooms / Lavender Hills Botanicals
Personal & Culinary Lavender Products, Aromatherapy Items, Resin Art, Fresh Cut Flowers
#41
The Rosemary House & The Essential Herbal
Seeds, Teas, Herbal Gifts/Books, Botanical Scarves, Incense, TheRosemaryHouse.com, Essentialherbal.com
#42
Sugar Grove Herbs
Bagged Loose Leaf Teas, Culinary Herbs & Spices, Garden Décor, Bee Skeps, Wind Chimes
#43
Long’s Horseradish
Horseradish, Pickled Items, PA Dutch Canned Goods
#46
Your Life in Journals
Junk Journals for Gardening, Writing Journals, Bookmarks, Traveler Notebooks, And Inspiration, yourlifeinjournals.com
#48
Krista Snyder Books
Christian Children’s Books and Handmade Magnets From Aluminum Cans, kristasnyderbooks.com
#49
Lancaster County Mosquito-Borne Disease Control Program
www.lccd.org
FRIDAY ONLY
#50
Sunny Sprouts Greenhouse
Perennials, Houseplants, Carnivorous Plants, Bonsai, Air Plants, Water Plants, Metal Garden Art
#51
Happy Cat Farm
Tomato and Pepper Transplants, Seeds, Herbs, happycatfarm.co
#52
Castle Creek Farm
Herb Plants, Honey, Homemade Soaps, Dried Fruit, Dip Mixes, castlecreekfarm.com
#53
Azar E’l Greetings
Original Local Photography Of Birds & Pressed Flower Art, Botanical Jewelry And Accessories
FaceBook: Enchanted Bloom
#54 Enchanted Bloom- pressed flower art, botanical jewelry and accessories, FaceBook: Enchanted Bloom
Original Local Photography Of Birds & Critters On Greeting Cards, 4 X 6 Photo Blocks, Matted Prints, Giclée Canvas Prints, Triptychs, A Smaller Of Metal Prints, www.azarelgreetings.com
#55
Rebecca Francis Rag Rugs
Hand Woven Rag Rugs, etsy.com/shop/ragsrugs4u
#58
Simply Ghee
Domestic Grass Fed Ghee, AZ Grass Fed Ghee, DIY Ghee Mixes, simplyghee.com
#59
The Folk Farm
Medicinal Herb Plants
#62
Herbs from the Labyrinth
Herbal Teas, Salves, Creams, Soaps, Market Baskets, Plantdyed Clothing, Books, Cards, Candles, Prayer Flaps, Wind Chimes And Bells www.herbsfromthelabyrinth.com
#64
Keenllen Homestead
Homemade Raw Goat Milk Skin Products
#65
True Honey Teas
Pre-Packaged Craft Teas Infused with Honey Granules
#68
Eiren Graver Art
Floral Paintings, Note Cards, Art Prints
#69
Rohrer’s Seeds
Garden Seeds, Cover Crop Seeds, Garden Tools/Gifts, Pasture/Turf Seeds, rohrerseeds.com
#71
Cymron Cottage
Unique Perennials & Small Shrubs, cymroncottage.com
#72
Four O’Clock Farm
Handspun Yarn From Their Animals, Hand Woven Textiles, Handmade Macrame Plant Hangers And Air Plant Holders With Plants
#74
Woodcrest Daylilies LLC
Potted Daylilies, Iris (Potted & Bare Root), Cala Lilies, Garden Flags, Garden Décor
#75
My Herbal Apothecary
Tinctures, Tonics, Teas, Salves, Spices, Sprays, myherbalapothecary.com
#76
Huberhaus Pottery
Traditional PA Dutch Redware, Plates, Bowls, Crocks, Pie Plates, Signs, Piggy Banks, Pie Birds, Mugs, Pitchers And More
#77
Merryweather Designs
Paper Gifts, Gift Bags, Notebooks, Tea Treats, Seasonal Paper Items, Clay Earrings
#78
Penn State Master Gardeners, Lancaster
#79 & #80
Lancaster Designer Craftsmen
Creative Treenware, Stained Glass by RTK, Bob’s Funktional Art, Beadsbyilene, Labertino Designs, lancasterdesignercraftsmen.org
#81
Kline’s Crafts
Fly Fishing Shadowboxes, Kaleidoscope Framed Photos, Coasters, Ornaments, Photo Cards, Fabric Placemats and More
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America 250 Lecture Series 2026
Landis Valley Village & Farm Museum
Celebrate the stories of America as we approach the nation’s 250th anniversary with the America 250 Lecture Series at Landis Valley Village & Farm Museum.
Beginning in May 2026, this engaging monthly series brings noted historians, scholars, and regional experts to Lancaster County to explore the people, culture, and events that shaped early America and our local heritage.
Held on the last Friday of each month (May–October), these programs are designed as a relaxed “Happy Hour” experience, offering:
- Engaging lectures by leading historians
- Light refreshments included
- Time for Q&A and discussion
- Opportunities to connect with fellow history enthusiasts
Admission
- FREE for Landis Valley Associates Members
- $10 General Admission (per lecture)
- All sales final – no refunds
Time
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM (Doors open at 5:30 PM)
Virtual Access
All lectures will also be available to Landis Valley Associates members virtually, with the option to watch live or on-demand via a private link.
2026 Lecture Schedule
May 29, 2026
Patrick Donmoyer
Mountain Mary: Sainted Healer of the Oley Valley
Explore the life and legacy of the legendary Pennsylvania German folk healer known as “Mountain Mary,” examining the intersection of religion, healing traditions, and regional folklore.
June 26, 2026
Scott Mingus
The Underground Railroad in Lancaster County
A sweeping overview of the critical role Lancaster County and the Susquehanna River region played in the Underground Railroad, highlighting local networks, resistance, and the fight for freedom.
July 31, 2026
Philip Gruber
Farmer Revolts in America’s Early Republic
Following independence, American farmers continued to challenge authority in pursuit of economic justice. This talk explores uprisings such as the Whiskey Rebellion and their lasting impact on the young nation.
August 28, 2026
Dr. Scott Sheely
To Market, To Market: Lancaster County’s Role in America’s Food System
From cattle drives to railroads to trucking, this lecture traces the evolution of agricultural supply chains and Lancaster County’s long-standing role in feeding urban America.
September 25, 2026
Lynnette Miller
Fashion in 18th-Century Lancaster County
Discover how clothing reflected identity, status, and culture in early Lancaster County, with insights into materials, craftsmanship, and daily life in the 18th century.
October 30, 2026
William Woys Weaver
Foods of the Pennsylvania Dutch: 1700–2026 and Beyond
A richly illustrated journey through Pennsylvania Dutch foodways, tracing their evolution and influence on American cuisine, with a focus on cultural continuity and innovation.
November 18, 2026 (Wednesday)
John Kolar – Annual Meeting Keynote
Lancaster Gunsmiths of the Early Republic
Serving as a preview of Landis Valley’s upcoming major exhibition, this keynote explores the craftsmanship, artistry, and historical significance of Lancaster’s early gunsmiths.