Step back to 1775 with Conococheague Institute, located on Bain Road in Mercersburg, on October 18 to celebrate the harvest season. Activities include traditional grape stomping (pipeage) and apple pressing for cider, along with demonstrations of hearth cooking and beer brewing by Oakgrove Farm. Festivities begin at 10 AM and conclude about 6 PM. Attendees can also experience 18th-century games, listen to a special presentation on indigenous harvest traditions and medicinal plants by Drew Shuptar-Rayvis, and conclude the day around a bonfire.Grillbilly’s will be onsite serving warm, delicious meals throughout the day, joined by Antietam Dairy and Dough and Arrows for a sweet finish, making this a full-day experience you won’t want to miss.
We’re also thrilled to confirm special guest presentations from Drew Shuptar-Rayvis (Pekatawas MakataweU, “Black Corn”), who will share insights into Indigenous Alqonkian harvest traditions and the use of medicinal plants.
This event is free to the public thanks to our sponsors Americana Corner’s Preserving America Partners program, F&M Trust, Renewal by Anderson, and generous community partners.
Check out CI on Good Day PA talking about 1775 Harvest on the Homestead. Click here.
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