Day camps

Pull on a cap or tie on a bonnet and scramble into the authentic costume of a hired hand at the turn of the twentieth century and get ready for two unforgettable days learning how children used to live on the farm. No screens to swipe, no joysticks to squabble over, kids can discover the joy of working and playing on the land.

With 20 acres of land set aside as a historical record of prairie farm life in the 1900s, the homestead’s little helpers can get their hands dirty harvesting fresh produce and learning how to care for a cow.

Even the smallest pioneers are not left out: under sixes can flap along to join the Little Red Hen club in the farmhouse kitchen at lunchtime for a midday bread baking session and learn about the connection between that golden wheat outside and the bread dough on their face!

Children’s day camps

Thursdays and Fridays in July and August

A unique experiential 2-day program for children ages 6 to 12.

• Children spend each day dressed in historic costuming, helping with daily chores around the farm.
• Hired hands help children learn about WR Motherwell, historic agriculture techniques and the skills needed to survive during the settlement period.
• Activities include: period games, a traditional meal in the Stone House, ice cream and rope making
• looking after farm animals, learn about draft horses and more…

Activities may change without notice

Reserve your spot today.

Cost: See prices

Little Red Hen

July 13 and 27, 2026
August 10 and 24, 2026

Do you have a little red hen aged 1 to 6 that likes to help out around the kitchen? Why don’t you and your little hens scratch around with our hired hands for a mid-day bread baking experience and learn what it takes to make a loaf of bread from start to finish.

Reserve your spot today.

Cost: See prices