Salem Saturdays
This series of hands-on workshops is for history lovers, gardeners, cooks, and crafters alike!
Watercolors in the Garden
May 2nd | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
$40 | Ages 10+
Join us to capture the essences of historic herbs, flowers, and crops in the Single Brothers’ Garden through watercolor painting. We will enjoy the cooler air and birdsong of morning as Old Salem Gardeners and Educators guide us through the process with gentle instruction.
This program is for nature lovers and beginner or seasoned painters alike, ages 10+. Ticketed adults must accompany ticketed children. All painting materials will be provided, and you will leave with your very own watercolor painting!
Binding Blank Books
June 6th | 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
$40 | Ages 16+
If you love 18th century crafts, this is the workshop for you!
We will get hands-on with the traditional techniques of creating hand-made blank books with colorful paste paper–a Moravian tradition used for book binding, stationary, and more. This workshop will teach the techniques needed to make small journals, ledgers, or even pocket sketchbooks. Participants will each get to cover and bind a book of their own, and make paste paper for at-home projects. We’ll see you there!
Upcoming Workshops
Summer Smartphone Garden Photography
June 27th | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
$25 | Ages 12+
Discover the fascinating history of photography while learning to capture the beauty of the Gardens of Old Salem using just your smartphone! Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your skills, you’ll gain valuable tips and techniques to taking amazing photos using just your smartphone and creativity.
Moravian Earthenware Baking Dishes
July 11th | 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM
$75 | Ages 8+
Get your hands on one of Old Salem’s staples in baking and cooking: earthenware pottery! Participants will learn and try pottery techniques, sample traditionally made baked goods cooked in earthenware dishes, and take home your very own earthenware tart dish!