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June 2017
Family Farm & Forage Day
On Saturday, June 17, we will celebrate the rich history of this historic farm site--and explore present-day farming! Activities for the whole family: horse-drawn wagon rides, farm animal petting zoo, 4-H fair, "Bessie" the Cow Milking Demos, musical entertainment, children's planting activities, Kentucky Proud recipe tastings, Kentucky State University mobile kitchen demos, and tours of the Farnsley-Moremen House. Other featured activities include demonstrations and speakers on: forage crops, high tunnels, raising chickens, beekeeping, keeping goats, beneficial garden insects and more!…
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Watch: Saturday Night Fever, Honoring Louisville's iconic disco ball. Sponsored by Forcht Bank. Bring a lawn chair and a blanket!
Find out more »July 2017
Old-Fashioned Ice Cream Social
Old-Fashioned Ice Cream Social on Sunday, July 9, 2017 from 1-5 PM. Bring out the family for a relaxing day along the banks of the Ohio River: music by the Josh Logan Band, a magic show with Dave Cottrell, Ice Cream eating contest at 3 PM. Other activities include: children's games, pony rides, farm animal petting zoo, miniature train rides, archaeology dig and tours of the historic home. Admission to the event is FREE. Ice cream concessions by Ehrler's Ice Cream. Food…
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Watch: Goldfinger, Spy flick filmed in and around Fort Knox. Sponsored by Louisville Metro Parks and Recreation. Bring a lawn chair and a blanket!
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Watch: Racing Stripes, Family movie about a talking zebra. Sponsored by Forcht Bank. Activities begin at 7:30 PM. Bring a lawn chair and a picnic blanket!
Find out more »August 2017
FREE Outdoor Mobile Playground/Music/Movie Night
Watch: The Mighty Quinn, Denzel Washington action classic. Sponsored by Louisville Metro Parks and Recreation. Activities begin at 7:30 PM. Date night movie! Kids activities in the Visitors Center while parents watch the movie! Bring a lawn chair and a blanket.
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Watch: The Goonies, Family, action, comedy and pirates! Sponsored by Louisville Metro Parks and Recreation. Activities begin at 7:30 PM! Bring a lawn chair and a blanket!
Find out more »September 2017
Find One of Riverside’s Rocks!
Riverside volunteers have painted up some great rocks and they've hidden them in public parks around town. If you find one with the Riverside website label on the back, turn it in at our museum store during business hours for a free prize! And, have fun enjoying the beauty of our city parks!
Find out more »Family Kite Festival
Join us for FREE family fun on Saturday, September 16 from 1-4 PM. Performances by the Chicago Kite Team, Pigs Aloft Stationary Kites, Stilt Walkers, Make Your Own Kite Activity, Games, Food Vendors and Free Tours of the Farnsley-Moremen House! The first 600 kids will receive a free kite thanks to Kosair Charities!
Find out more »October 2017
Riverside Garden Club Presents: “I Didn’t Know You Could Do That With Herbs” Workshop
Join us for a free workshop and presentation filled with a lot of "this 'n that" about herbs, including historic uses, herbal wisdom and folklore, medicines, household hints, recipes and tasting. Presented by our resident herbal expert Nola Lillie. Riverside Visitors Center Everyone is welcome! No reservations required.
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