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This thought-provoking exhibition of 26 original artworks from the Vital Communities “Climate Farmers Stories” project will be displayed in Billings Farm’s Historic Barn from April 4 – June 23. Through portraits in paint, print, fiber, and digital media, the works highlight the resiliency, creativity, and problem-solving abilities of farmers in the Upper Valley of Vermont and New Hampshire. Each portrait is intentionally crafted by local artists to connect viewers with climate farmers. The artwork, along with educational panels and quotes from artists and farmers, help convey both the problems and solutions that climate change presents and provides an important platform for raising awareness. The exhibition will continue outdoors where guests will find examples of approaches to improve climate resiliency at Billings Farm. A few of the methods include rotational grazing of the dairy herd, solar panel usage, low or no-till fields with organic-only fertilizers. This collaboration between Vital Communities and Billings Farm & Museum provides accessible ways for individuals to take meaningful action to help farms address climate change. To learn more about the Vital Communities Climate Farmers Stories Project, visit vitalcommunities.org/climate-farmer-stories. Friday, Sept 6 5:00PM-7:30PM Price: $25 person/$20 member Tickets are non-refundable Must be age 21+ Drinks are available for purchase Experience an evening of after-hours fun on the farm with music, food, local craft brews, cocktails, and cows! Get to know the famous Jersey Moos and enjoy local Vermont beer and craft spirits by Harpoon Brewery, Long Trail Brewing Co., Rutland Beer Works, and SILO Distillery. With a drink in hand, stroll through the Sunflower House and Farmstead Gardens, meet an adorable calf, and enjoy the beautiful site after hours. Hang with the heifers along the fence line and try your hand at brushing a cow. Play historic (and modern) lawn games, turn cream into butter, make giant bubbles, and take a horse-drawn wagon ride through the pastures. The festivities also include live music by Ali T. There will be fresh and tasty food truck fare available for purchase from Sustainable Eats, as well as delicious Vermont-made ice cream from our Farmhouse Scoop Shop. Must be 21 or older to attend. Please note that: Infants and children will not be admitted. IDs will be checked at the entrance. Please bring a valid photo ID to enter the event. Ages listed on the Adult ticket below reflect daily site admission only, not the age range for Billings After Hours events.Not a member yet? Join today! Thanks to our generous 2024 Season Sponsor!
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