Join us as we recreate natural dyes and dye recipes of the 18th century to achieve a spectrum of dazzling colors. We experiment with colors every time the fires are lit, so each recipe is different. Fabrics, yarns, and fibers will change before your eyes. You might see the wool of our own Leicester Longwool sheep taking on new hues.
Weather permitting.
Other Experiences
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Visit with James Madison
Step into the past with James Madison, Scholar Statesman.
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George Wythe House
Visit the site where Thomas Jefferson studied law and enlightenment ideas.
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Gardener
Watch the historic gardeners use 18th-century tools and techniques to grow herbs, vegetables, and decorative flora.