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Join the Children’s Wreath Making Workshop at Soule Homestead this December 6 for a festive family crafting experience. Kids craft with fresh greens, enjoy cocoa, and create lasting holiday memories in a charming barn setting.
Join the Children’s Wreath Making Workshop at Soule Homestead this December 6 for a festive family crafting experience. Kids craft with fresh greens, enjoy cocoa, and create lasting holiday memories in a charming barn setting.
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As winter settles over Middleborough, Massachusetts, the Soule Homestead Education Center invites families to embrace the holiday spirit with a hands-on Children’s Wreath Making Workshop on December 6. This charming barn event offers a rare chance for kids as young as two to engage in a tactile, creative experience that taps into the season’s freshest offerings — greenery, festive accents, and community warmth. Set against the backdrop of a beautifully decorated barn, the workshop transforms traditional holiday crafting into a joyful shared moment between children and their adult companions.
Situated in a region rich with New England’s historical farming heritage, Soule Homestead has long been a cornerstone for preserving local culture amidst the changing seasons. The education center not only offers this seasonal workshop but also champions the conservation of its land, bridging generations through hands-on learning and community engagement. This particular event highlights the connection to nature’s winter palette — fresh-cut greens, vibrant berry-themed pom-poms, and decorative yarn — inviting young makers to compose their own charming wreaths, each unique and brimming with holiday cheer.
Unlike many workshops designed for solo kids, this event emphasizes togetherness: adults are required to stay and share in the creative process, making it a genuine family activity. Children receive all the necessary materials — wreath forms, fresh greens, yarn, and decorations — and upon finishing their mini masterpiece, they're rewarded with a warm cup of cocoa and the chance to snap festive photos in the cozy, seasonally adorned barn.
The timing and casual drop-in format (open from 10 a.m. to noon) provide flexibility, allowing families to plan their visit around other holiday errands or outdoor activities. Tickets are affordably priced at $8, with a 15% discount for Soule Homestead members, though member discounts don't apply for purchasing tickets for non-members. All proceeds help support the ongoing preservation and programming of this cherished homestead.
Families based in or visiting Middleborough will find this workshop a refreshing alternative to commercial holiday events — a moment of calm, connection, and creativity in a region where historical roots and natural beauty grow intertwined. Whether you live nearby or are traveling through Massachusetts' South Coast, this workshop offers a meaningful, sensory-rich holiday experience that fosters both festive spirit and community support.
For families seeking a hands-on outdoor-focused winter adventure that combines artistry and local tradition, the Children’s Wreath Making Workshop at Soule Homestead is a stand-out seasonal experience that will linger in memory long after the last pine needle falls.
easy.
2 hours.
No special fitness level required; suitable for kids age 2 and up with adult support.
No, pre-registration is not required but is appreciated to help organizers prepare enough materials.
This workshop is designed for children with adult supervision; adults help guide but focus is on kids' creativity.
Children as young as 2 years old can participate, but adults must stay with them throughout.
All wreath making materials and one cup of cocoa after crafting are included with the $8 ticket.
Members of Soule Homestead receive 15% off their own ticket but cannot use discounts for non-members’ purchases.
No, adults are required to stay with their children during the entire workshop.
Soule Homestead is a preserved historic farm dating back to the 18th century, showcasing traditional New England agriculture.
Funds from events like this support land conservation efforts and educational programs aimed at sustainably preserving the homestead.
Soule Homestead Education Center is an education-focused farm and program site in Middleborough, Massachusetts. The center provides hands-on learning opportunities that blend outdoor exploration, traditional crafts, seasonal celebrations, and community volunteer programs. Programs range from Soule Sprouts Summer Camp — a half-day summer program for children ages 4–7 featuring weekly themes like habitats, storytelling, crafts, games, and animal-focused activities — to on-site birthday parties hosted in an outdoor pavilion with access to a unique mud kitchen. Workshop offerings include adult and family classes such as flower bandana design, fairy door drop-in events with trail hikes and stories, children’s wreath making in the barn with fresh greens and cocoa, wine basket weaving taught by local instructor Leanne Wilkie, and a recurring Rug Braiding session held every third Saturday for new and returning students. A specialized program in forensic entomology, presented by Blake Dinius, explores insects’ roles in decomposition and criminal investigations and is intended for adult audiences only. Volunteer opportunities are available for community members and teens interested in event support, animal care, and site operations. Facilities used for programming include trails, a barn for indoor workshops, an outdoor pavilion, and activity spaces on the homestead. Soule Homestead Education Center focuses on practical, skill-based programming suited to families, hobbyists, students, and community volunteers.
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