Join us out on the grounds of the historic site for tidbits about our history. On the first and third week of each month, May through October, we’ll explore a different area of the Homestead. Due to social distancing requirements, we are strictly capped at 15 people per group. All participants above the age of 2 must wear a mask. If COVID-19 related regulations change, and we are forced to cancel this event, you will be notified by email. Free admission.

Join us out on the grounds of the historic site for tidbits about our history. On the first and third week of each month, May through October, we’ll explore a different area of the Homestead. Due to social distancing requirements, we are strictly capped at 15 people per group. All participants above the age of 2 must wear a mask. If COVID-19 related regulations change, and we are forced to cancel this event, you will be notified by email. Free admission.

Cancelled due to weather. Please contact friends@johnjayhomestead.org for a refund or to put your purchase toward the July showing of Grease.

Join us as we partner with Bedford Playhouse to present a Drive In Movie at John Jay Homestead, with Dirty Dancing on the big screen.

Tickets and concessions are limited and must be purchased before the event.

$40 per car

Gates open at 7:45 | Movie begins at 8:45

Please Note: Movie audio is played through FM radio

Tickets and concessions go on sale Monday, May 24 at 9:00am.

Friday, June 18, 2021*

Join us as we partner with Bedford Playhouse to present a Drive In Movie at John Jay Homestead, with Dirty Dancing on the big screen.

Tickets and concessions are limited and must be purchased before the event.

$40 per car

Gates open at 7:45 | Movie begins at 8:45

*Rain Date: June 29

Please Note: Movie audio is played through FM radio

This approximately 25-minute educator-led walk for families with young children will encourage exploration and mindfulness as we use our senses to discover many of the hidden natural wonders on the Homestead’s property. All children must be accompanied by an adult, and all adults must be accompanied by a child; please leave your pets at home. These experiences are free, but reservations are required. Due to social distancing requirements, we are strictly capped at 20 people per group. All participants above the age of 2 must wear a mask.  Rain or Shine.

The New York Unit of the Herb Society of America is holding a Pre-Order Herb Sale with no contact pick-up at the John Jay Homestead Herb Garden! The pre-order is for a set of 6 herbs, complete with an information booklet describing the herbs and providing recipes showing their use. The herb set includes Basil ‘Well-Sweep Miniature Purple,’ Culantro (Mexican Cilantro), Mint ‘Strawberry,’ Oregano ‘Hot & Spicy,’ True French Tarragon and Lovage. The herbs, specially selected by the Unit, are being grown by Well-Sweep Herb Farm specifically for this sale. The price is $48.  All orders must be picked up on May 20th between 3pm and 7pm at the herb garden at the John Jay Homestead. To order use the link https://bit.ly/31Gbvml or visit www.herbsocietyny.org for more information.

Visit our Carriage Barn to pick up a copy of this month’s Seek & Find game. Bring your completed game sheet back to the Carriage Barn to claim a prize! Free admission. Come back for a new game on the second Friday of every month, May through October.

Join us out on the grounds of the historic site for tidbits about our history. On the first and third week of each month, May through October, we’ll explore a different area of the Homestead. Due to social distancing requirements, we are strictly capped at 15 people per group. All participants above the age of 2 must wear a mask. If COVID-19 related regulations change, and we are forced to cancel this event, you will be notified by email. Free admission.

Join us out on the grounds of the historic site for tidbits about our history. On the first and third week of each month, May through October, we’ll explore a different area of the Homestead. Today we’ll be looking at the Brick Cottage and Brick Lot to learn about early construction on the property and John Jay’s vision for Bedford Farm. Reservations are required. Due to social distancing requirements, we are strictly capped at 15 people per group. All participants above the age of 2 must wear a mask. If COVID-19 related regulations change, and we are forced to cancel this event, you will be notified by email. Free admission.

Our most popular Discovery Center is now available for private experiences!

Learn about what produce was grown here seasonally, try your hand at daily farm chores, look at historic photos of the farm, milk our mechanical cow, and ride our tractor. The building also has an interesting exhibit describing the history of farming on the property.

We offer two 90-minute exploration sessions every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, at 10am and 2pm.

Each session is a private experience for your family group of up to 15 people.

These experiences are free, but reservations are required.

Due to social distancing requirements, we are strictly capped at 15 people per group.

All participants above the age of 2 must wear a mask.

Please leave your pets at home – only service animals are allowed in our buildings.

If COVID-19 related regulations change, and we are forced to cancel this event, you will be notified by email.

Our most popular Discovery Center is now available for private experiences!

Learn about what produce was grown here seasonally, try your hand at daily farm chores, look at historic photos of the farm, milk our mechanical cow, and ride our tractor. The building also has an interesting exhibit describing the history of farming on the property.

We offer two 90-minute exploration sessions every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, at 10am and 2pm.

Each session is a private experience for your family group of up to 15 people.

These experiences are free, but reservations are required.

Due to social distancing requirements, we are strictly capped at 15 people per group.

All participants above the age of 2 must wear a mask.

Please leave your pets at home – only service animals are allowed in our buildings.

If COVID-19 related regulations change, and we are forced to cancel this event, you will be notified by email.

Our most popular Discovery Center is now available for private experiences!

Learn about what produce was grown here seasonally, try your hand at daily farm chores, look at historic photos of the farm, milk our mechanical cow, and ride our tractor. The building also has an interesting exhibit describing the history of farming on the property.

We offer two 90-minute exploration sessions every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, at 10am and 2pm.

Each session is a private experience for your family group of up to 15 people.

These experiences are free, but reservations are required.

Due to social distancing requirements, we are strictly capped at 15 people per group.

All participants above the age of 2 must wear a mask.

Please leave your pets at home – only service animals are allowed in our buildings.

If COVID-19 related regulations change, and we are forced to cancel this event, you will be notified by email.

Our most popular Discovery Center is now available for private experiences!

Learn about what produce was grown here seasonally, try your hand at daily farm chores, look at historic photos of the farm, milk our mechanical cow, and ride our tractor. The building also has an interesting exhibit describing the history of farming on the property.

We offer two 90-minute exploration sessions every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, at 10am and 2pm.

Each session is a private experience for your family group of up to 15 people.

These experiences are free, but reservations are required.

Due to social distancing requirements, we are strictly capped at 15 people per group.

All participants above the age of 2 must wear a mask.

Please leave your pets at home – only service animals are allowed in our buildings.

If COVID-19 related regulations change, and we are forced to cancel this event, you will be notified by email.

Our most popular Discovery Center is now available for private experiences!

Learn about what produce was grown here seasonally, try your hand at daily farm chores, look at historic photos of the farm, milk our mechanical cow, and ride our tractor. The building also has an interesting exhibit describing the history of farming on the property.

We offer two 90-minute exploration sessions every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, at 10am and 2pm.

Each session is a private experience for your family group of up to 15 people.

These experiences are free, but reservations are required.

Due to social distancing requirements, we are strictly capped at 15 people per group.

All participants above the age of 2 must wear a mask.

Please leave your pets at home – only service animals are allowed in our buildings.

If COVID-19 related regulations change, and we are forced to cancel this event, you will be notified by email.