If you ventured into a general store back in the late 1800s, it would have been common to find a cider press for sale. Many homesteads like Arbor Day Farm had apple trees, and the press allowed them to turn over-ripened and less-than-perfect fruit into a delicious drink. Come see an antique cider press up close and watch as we turn fresh apples into that wonderful golden liquid.
Demonstrations take place at the Carriage House behind Arbor Lodge Mansion Saturday, Sept 24, and Sunday, Sept 25 at 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. There is no cost for this activity.
Step back in time to see historic trades, talents, and other demonstrations come alive inside the mansion and out on the beautiful grounds of Nebraska City’s National Historic Landmark.
October 14 & 15 is Mountain Man Rendezvous from 11 am-4 pm. Enjoy seed beadwork, rigid heddle weaving, leather crafting, butter churning, fabric dyes and printing, tomahawk throwing, tin punching, fire building, and a mountain man trunk of skins and skulls.
Questions about Living History Weekends? Please call the mansion: 402-873-7222.
Admission to the park is free and no longer requires a park entry permit; mansion admission is $8 adults, $6 youth (age 3-12).
Discover the wonderful world of bees and how much we rely on them!
On Saturday, August 20, from 11am to 3pm, at Arbor Day Farm Tree Adventure, participate in a variety of activities and see our demonstration hive up close. Bee experts will be on hand to help us learn about this very important little bug.
Free with Tree Adventure admission. No reservations required. Questions? Call 402-873-8717 for information.