Land Between The Lakes Events

Ready for another Homeplace Tradition? It's one of our most popular demonstrations. You will see some of our "Greatest Hits" on Mondays because we are making SHINGLES! Okay, it's more fun than it sounds, and you will definitely learn a useful skill. Shingles aren't just for the roof anymore! At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Let's go for a 1-mile hike on one of our favorite trails. As we stroll through the woods, along a field's edge, and to the lakeshore, we'll search for signs of wildlife and learn to identify several native trees. Program free. Weather permitting. Located at the Woodlands Nature Station in LBL. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Our farm is filled with widgets, whatsits, thingamajigs, and brick-a-brack. Since Mondays are our clean-up days, we like to play a fun game with the visitors called "What IS This Thing?" Come and be part of our team while we try to figure out what all this stuff is! At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

If farmers were able to find the time and had the talent, drawing and painting were easy to do on the 1850s farm. Photographs were often rare and expensive during the 1850s so creative people would use their talents to capture their important moments on paper. Have a sit down and capture some moments on the Farm. At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Who rules the waters and skies over Land Between the Lakes? The bald eagle, of course! Visit with our resident bald eagles at dinnertime and discover their secrets of survival. Also find out about the successful bald eagle recovery project that brought this majestic bird back from the brink of extinction in this area. Located at the Woodlands Nature Station in LBL. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Exploring the world around you through the creation of a nature journal was a popular pastime during the 19th century. Come out and learn how to bind and fill a sketchbook that you can use to document your own adventures. At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

It's hammer time at the 1850s farm! We will be demonstrating historical methods of blacksmithing on a bellows operated charcoal forge. Learn about metallurgy during the mid-1800's and explore how a farmer would repair and replace broken and damaged tools. At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Vultures: are they super gross, just misunderstood, or somewhere in between? Join our naturalists for this fun program where you can get an up-close look at these birds that are crazy for carrion and learn how they play a crucial role in our ecosystem! Located at the Woodlands Nature Station in LBL. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Wood was the most common material on the 1850s farm and working with it was often second nature to the historic farmer. Try your hand at the wood lathe, carving and carpentry the way it used to be done. At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Who's hungry like a wolf? Our red wolves, of course! Visit with one of the most endangered mammals in the United States and watch them "wolf" down a tasty treat. Find out what scientists and regular citizens are doing to bring them back from the brink of extinction. Located at the Woodlands Nature Station in LBL. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Did you know red wolves used to roam between the rivers? Meet this endangered species up close as we give our red wolves a treat. Find out how they became so endangered and what efforts biologists have made to try to save them from extinction. Located at the Woodlands Nature Station in LBL. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Every hand is needed to help with picking, scouring and carding our wool fleeces. Then sit by the spinning wheel as it turns, turns, turns, and watch the spinner turn curly fleece into yarn. At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

We are going to be doing some smelling, listening, looking, touching and even tasting in the kitchen this afternoon. Think beans and cornbread, bacon and eggs, biscuits and butter. You better come on! At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Most of us enjoy a nice Sunday brunch and so do our snakes! In fact, Sunday brunch is their only meal of the week! Come watch as our rattlesnake, kingsnake, rat snake, and more chow down their mouse-alicious meal. You'll even get to meet one of the snakes up close! Bring your camera for a snake selfie! Located at the Woodlands Nature Station in LBL. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Opossums sure are awesome! Join us as we meet Marsi, our resident rescued opossum, up close and personal and learn about how you DEFINITELY want one of these underrated marsupials patrolling your backyard! Admission on to the Nature Station on June 11 is free for that day only.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Which animal is "truly" American? Join a naturalist as you tour our backyard and meet the members of our animal family that are ONLY found in America! Sneak a peek at the Red Wolves, pat an Alligator Snapping Turtle on the shell, and more as you learn about these animals' stories and where they are found in this fun program! Admission on to the Nature Station on June 11 is free for that day only.

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Cowabunga! We can't take our bobcat Barkley to the beach, but maybe we can bring the beach to our bobcat! Let's add some sand, sun, water and maybe a beach ball to his environment and see what happens! Admission on to the Nature Station on June 11 is free for that day only.

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Lighting up the forge in the heat of the summer can be a sweltering prospect. Fear not, traveler, for practical metal art can be achieved without a fire! Witness a demonstration of the historic craft known as Whitesmithing. Come see what our tinkering tinsmith is tackling today! At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

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It's the Fourth of July weekend in LBL, and we are celebrating independence in the most delicious way! Patriotic Pies! Democracy Desserts! We are savoring red, white and blue berries the 1850's way while we celebrate. At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

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The Homeplace takes to the sky's this Independence Day weekend. Join us on the farm to construct your own paper kite. Windy or not, making your own kite is a fun way to spend a day! At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

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The bald eagle became our national symbol in 1782, but what if we had to choose all over again? Which animal do you think would be best? Meet our resident eagle and several other native animals who think they would make good candidates for this honor. Then cast your vote for the best national symbol! Located at the Woodlands Nature Station in LBL. Admission fees apply.

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Everyone loves having fun and today it's time to feast! Join the animals in celebrating the Fourth of July with a watermelon picnic. Watch our wolves, coyotes, and more chow down on their watermelon! Located at the Woodlands Nature Station in LBL. Admission fees apply.

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Fireworks is not the only way we can fill the night sky on the Fourth of July. Come join us at the Homeplace 1850's Farm as we make paper lanterns that float into the sky using hot air. The beautiful creations can make a wonderful display. At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

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Oh my goodness! The Fourth of July isn't until tomorrow, but we are already celebrating. Two words: Fried Chicken! Come on and help us get ready for our big picnic tomorrow by frying up some chicken and making slaw fresh from the garden. At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

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Join us for a relaxed paddle as we explore the nooks and crannies of one of Lake Barkley's scenic bays. We will search the waters and shorelines for wildlife such as osprey, eagles, beavers, egrets, frogs, and songbirds. Enjoy a feast for the eyes and ears as the sun dips below the trees and nature's evening chorus comes to life. $30 per canoe. Registration limited. Reservation and full deposit required. Call 270-924-2020 to reserve your space and for location information.

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Pick up a scavenger hunt and be on the lookout for animals and plants found only in America! You'll have to use your senses to discover these all-American critters. When you've completed your scavenger hunt, turn it in for a fun prize! Located at the Woodlands Nature Station in LBL. Admission fees apply.

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Join our naturalists for a program dedicated to our favorite nocturnal singers - our owls! Meet our resident owls up close and learn how they survive in their nocturnal world, and what makes each species unique! Admission on to the Nature Station on June 11 is free for that day only.

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Eagles, rattlesnakes, bison, and deer have all been featured on flags! Celebrate Independence Day weekend by creating your own flag. We even have examples of some real flags that feature animals for inspiration. What animal will you choose to represent you? Admission on to the Nature Station on June 11 is free for that day only.

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Ready... set... SLOOOOOOWWWW! Get ready for thrilling races between the tiny turtle champions of the Nature Station! Bring the family and root for your favorite shelled reptile. Also learn how you can help turtles that take to the road in your neighborhood! Admission on to the Nature Station on June 11 is free for that day only.

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Join us at the Homeplace as we celebrate Independence Day 1850s style July 2-4. There will be stick horse races, pie, hot air balloons, games, crafts and so much more! At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

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Hop on one of our valiant steeds and join in the stick horse races that will be held throughout the day, win or lose it is bound to be a lot of fun! You will also learn about the history of horse racing in Tennessee. At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

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We will be enjoying some of the marvels of science this Independence Day. Come join us send our hot air balloon off towards the cosmos. Learn about the way hot air raises above cold air with an exciting display. At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

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Right after we wake-up the farm on Tuesdays, we give our sheep a little special love in the form of sheep treats! No, we don't give our sheep treats every day, that would be baaaaaad, but once a week? Yes sir, yes sir, three bags full! It's a treat for our sheep and our visitors. Don't forget your camera! At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

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The chores are all done and it's time to play! Test your might, skill and wits with the popular pastimes of the 1850s. Perhaps you'll try your hand at Horseshoes. See if you can catch the hoop in a game of Graces, or compete with your friends and family in a good old-fashioned Tug-of-War! All this and more when it's game time on the farm. At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

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Know anything about mules? Would you like to? Be on the farm Tuesday afternoon, and get ready to relax with The Big Guy, our mule Todd. Todd gets groomed and brushed every day, but Tuesday is Todd Appreciation Day, and we lay it on extra thick. Come out and bring your smile, you are going to need it. At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

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We will be enjoying some of the marvels of science this Independence Day. Come join us send our hot air balloon off towards the cosmos. Learn about the way hot air raises above cold air with an exciting display. At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Birds come in all shapes, sizes, and colors! Come learn about some birds we have that are red, white, and blue! You can even help feed some of our colorful turkeys and learn more about birds in our area. Admission on to the Nature Station on June 11 is free for that day only.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Ready for another Homeplace Tradition? It's one of our most popular demonstrations. You will see some of our "Greatest Hits" on Mondays because we are making SHINGLES! Okay, it's more fun than it sounds, and you will definitely learn a useful skill. Shingles aren't just for the roof anymore! At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Our farm is filled with widgets, whatsits, thingamajigs, and brick-a-brack. Since Mondays are our clean-up days, we like to play a fun game with the visitors called "What IS This Thing?" Come and be part of our team while we try to figure out what all this stuff is! At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Who rules the waters and skies over Land Between the Lakes? The bald eagle, of course! Visit with our resident bald eagles at dinnertime and discover their secrets of survival. Also find out about the successful bald eagle recovery project that brought this majestic bird back from the brink of extinction in this area. Located at the Woodlands Nature Station in LBL. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Exploring the world around you through the creation of a nature journal was a popular pastime during the 19th century. Come out and learn how to bind and fill a sketchbook that you can use to document your own adventures. At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

If farmers were able to find the time and had the talent, drawing and painting were easy to do on the 1850s farm. Photographs were often rare and expensive during the 1850s so creative people would use their talents to capture their important moments on paper. Have a sit down and capture some moments on the Farm. At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Vultures: are they super gross, just misunderstood, or somewhere in between? Join our naturalists for this fun program where you can get an up-close look at these birds that are crazy for carrion and learn how they play a crucial role in our ecosystem! Located at the Woodlands Nature Station in LBL. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Wood was the most common material on the 1850s farm and working with it was often second nature to the historic farmer. Try your hand at the wood lathe, carving and carpentry the way it used to be done. At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

It's hammer time at the 1850s farm! We will be demonstrating historical methods of blacksmithing on a bellows operated charcoal forge. Learn about metallurgy during the mid-1800's and explore how a farmer would repair and replace broken and damaged tools. At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Did you know red wolves used to roam between the rivers? Meet this endangered species up close as we give our red wolves a treat. Find out how they became so endangered and what efforts biologists have made to try to save them from extinction. Located at the Woodlands Nature Station in LBL. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Every hand is needed to help with picking, scouring and carding our wool fleeces. Then sit by the spinning wheel as it turns, turns, turns, and watch the spinner turn curly fleece into yarn. At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

We are going to be doing some smelling, listening, looking, touching and even tasting in the kitchen this afternoon. Think beans and cornbread, bacon and eggs, biscuits and butter. You better come on! At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Most of us enjoy a nice Sunday brunch and so do our snakes! In fact, Sunday brunch is their only meal of the week! Come watch as our rattlesnake, kingsnake, rat snake, and more chow down their mouse-alicious meal. You'll even get to meet one of the snakes up close! Bring your camera for a snake selfie! Located at the Woodlands Nature Station in LBL. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Are bats dangerous? Or are they beneficial? Discover the truth behind some common myths about one of our most misunderstood creatures: bats. Also, get an update on a White-nose Syndrome, a disease that threatens bats, and how you can help them survive. Admission on to the Nature Station on June 11 is free for that day only.

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Bald eagles may not actually be bald, but they certainly are beautiful! Visit with the Nature Station's resident eagle, Tahahente, during her chow time and learn why this bird makes a perfect national symbol for America. We'll also discuss the successful comeback of the bald eagle in Land Between the Lakes and beyond. Admission on to the Nature Station on June 11 is free for that day only.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Come face to face with some of the largest turtles in Land Between the Lakes - the Alligator Snapping Turtle and Common Snapping Turtle. Find out what makes these lake dwellers such good fishermen and how to identify them in the wild. Admission on to the Nature Station on June 11 is free for that day only.

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What would a historic farmer do with old clothes that had seen the end of their days? Put them to use in other projects! Weaving on the farm was a folk art tradition that took place frequently and would utilize the materials they had on hand. They would weave everything from new fabrics to repurposing old cloth that could no longer be used. Come out to the farm and try your hand at weaving and take home your own woven piece. At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

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Hot dog! It gets hot in the summer, and when you have fur like wolves and coyotes, you can really feel the heat! How do we keep our canines cool and comfortable in the summer? Join our naturalists for a fun program as we demonstrate some "cool" activities like "doggy ice cream," "who gets the sprinkler," and "who gets mouse popsicles." While you watch our canines have fun in the sun, also learn how you can help your own pets or backyard wildlife during the dog days of summer! Admission on to the Nature Station on June 11 is free for that day only.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Everyone loves having fun and today it's playtime for our box turtles! Watch as they react to an interesting new food item or an exciting new toy and learn more about how the Nature Station cares for its rescued wildlife through fun enrichment activities! Located at the Woodlands Nature Station in LBL. Admission fees apply.

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Fresh vegetables are the best, and they don't get fresher then straight out of the garden. Here at the homeplace we will be harvesting our garden for fresh food to eat and to preserve for winter. Come learn about the amount of land dedicated to a garden and the variety of food it produced. At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

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Todd is an important part of our work force here at the Homeplace. His super strength and brains help us plow the fields, pull carts, wagons and even logs! Meet our Belgian mule and learn how we put all their muscle to good use with their harnessing equipment. At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

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Turtles are so cool! Some can live over 100 years, some can grow over 200 pounds, and some are even nocturnal! Join us to meet several turtle's native to Land Between the Lakes, see what makes each one unique, and even give them a pat on the shell! Located at the Woodlands Nature Station in LBL. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Come see Nature Station's resident groundhog Clover eat some of her favorite treats during chow time! While we enjoy watching her munch on her lunch, we'll learn about groundhogs and how they survive as one of nature's best burrowers! Located at the Woodlands Nature Station in LBL. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Ready for another Homeplace Tradition? It's one of our most popular demonstrations. You will see some of our "Greatest Hits" on Mondays because we are making SHINGLES! Okay, it's more fun than it sounds, and you will definitely learn a useful skill. Shingles aren't just for the roof anymore! At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Our farm is filled with widgets, whatsits, thingamajigs, and brick-a-brack. Since Mondays are our clean-up days, we like to play a fun game with the visitors called "What IS This Thing?" Come and be part of our team while we try to figure out what all this stuff is! At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Who rules the waters and skies over Land Between the Lakes? The bald eagle, of course! Visit with our resident bald eagles at dinnertime and discover their secrets of survival. Also find out about the successful bald eagle recovery project that brought this majestic bird back from the brink of extinction in this area. Located at the Woodlands Nature Station in LBL. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Exploring the world around you through the creation of a nature journal was a popular pastime during the 19th century. Come out and learn how to bind and fill a sketchbook that you can use to document your own adventures. At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

If farmers were able to find the time and had the talent, drawing and painting were easy to do on the 1850s farm. Photographs were often rare and expensive during the 1850s so creative people would use their talents to capture their important moments on paper. Have a sit down and capture some moments on the Farm. At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Vultures: are they super gross, just misunderstood, or somewhere in between? Join our naturalists for this fun program where you can get an up-close look at these birds that are crazy for carrion and learn how they play a crucial role in our ecosystem! Located at the Woodlands Nature Station in LBL. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Wood was the most common material on the 1850s farm and working with it was often second nature to the historic farmer. Try your hand at the wood lathe, carving and carpentry the way it used to be done. At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

It's hammer time at the 1850s farm! We will be demonstrating historical methods of blacksmithing on a bellows operated charcoal forge. Learn about metallurgy during the mid-1800's and explore how a farmer would repair and replace broken and damaged tools. At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Did you know red wolves used to roam between the rivers? Meet this endangered species up close as we give our red wolves a treat. Find out how they became so endangered and what efforts biologists have made to try to save them from extinction. Located at the Woodlands Nature Station in LBL. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Every hand is needed to help with picking, scouring and carding our wool fleeces. Then sit by the spinning wheel as it turns, turns, turns, and watch the spinner turn curly fleece into yarn. At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

We are going to be doing some smelling, listening, looking, touching and even tasting in the kitchen this afternoon. Think beans and cornbread, bacon and eggs, biscuits and butter. You better come on! At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Most of us enjoy a nice Sunday brunch and so do our snakes! In fact, Sunday brunch is their only meal of the week! Come watch as our rattlesnake, kingsnake, rat snake, and more chow down their mouse-alicious meal. You'll even get to meet one of the snakes up close! Bring your camera for a snake selfie! Located at the Woodlands Nature Station in LBL. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Hey kids! Celebrate all creatures "wild and wacky" at Cool Critters Day! Enjoy live animal presentations and learn about exciting and unusual critters. Discover the wacky, glowing world of nocturnal animals. Touch a snake, meet a bat, create a craft, play games and more! Learn about all kinds of exciting and unusual animals from the scientists and naturalists who study them. Make a day of it and bring a picnic lunch!

Special Admission Rates:

$9/Adults - $7/ages 5-17 - 4 and under free
Event will be held rain or shine. Located at the Woodlands Nature Station in LBL.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Opossums sure are awesome! Join us as we meet Marsi, our resident rescued opossum, up close and personal and learn about how you DEFINITELY want one of these underrated marsupials patrolling your backyard! Located at the Woodlands Nature Station in LBL. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Everyone loves having fun and today it's playtime for our bobcat, Barkley! Watch as he reacts to an interesting new food item or an exciting new toy and learn more about how the Nature Station cares for its rescued wildlife through fun enrichment activities! Located at Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Come play some music with us! Learn about historical instruments like the dulcimer, tin whistle, kazoo, and others. You might even leave with a new way to jam! At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

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Turtles are so cool! Some can live over 100 years, some can grow over 200 pounds, and some are even nocturnal! Join us to meet several turtle's native to Land Between the Lakes, see what makes each one unique, and even give them a pat on the shell! Located at the Woodlands Nature Station in LBL. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Come see Nature Station's resident groundhog Clover eat some of her favorite treats during chow time! While we enjoy watching her munch on her lunch, we'll learn about groundhogs and how they survive as one of nature's best burrowers! Located at the Woodlands Nature Station in LBL. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Ready for another Homeplace Tradition? It's one of our most popular demonstrations. You will see some of our "Greatest Hits" on Mondays because we are making SHINGLES! Okay, it's more fun than it sounds, and you will definitely learn a useful skill. Shingles aren't just for the roof anymore! At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Our farm is filled with widgets, whatsits, thingamajigs, and brick-a-brack. Since Mondays are our clean-up days, we like to play a fun game with the visitors called "What IS This Thing?" Come and be part of our team while we try to figure out what all this stuff is! At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Who rules the waters and skies over Land Between the Lakes? The bald eagle, of course! Visit with our resident bald eagles at dinnertime and discover their secrets of survival. Also find out about the successful bald eagle recovery project that brought this majestic bird back from the brink of extinction in this area. Located at the Woodlands Nature Station in LBL. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Exploring the world around you through the creation of a nature journal was a popular pastime during the 19th century. Come out and learn how to bind and fill a sketchbook that you can use to document your own adventures. At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

If farmers were able to find the time and had the talent, drawing and painting were easy to do on the 1850s farm. Photographs were often rare and expensive during the 1850s so creative people would use their talents to capture their important moments on paper. Have a sit down and capture some moments on the Farm. At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Vultures: are they super gross, just misunderstood, or somewhere in between? Join our naturalists for this fun program where you can get an up-close look at these birds that are crazy for carrion and learn how they play a crucial role in our ecosystem! Located at the Woodlands Nature Station in LBL. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Wood was the most common material on the 1850s farm and working with it was often second nature to the historic farmer. Try your hand at the wood lathe, carving and carpentry the way it used to be done. At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

It's hammer time at the 1850s farm! We will be demonstrating historical methods of blacksmithing on a bellows operated charcoal forge. Learn about metallurgy during the mid-1800's and explore how a farmer would repair and replace broken and damaged tools. At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Did you know red wolves used to roam between the rivers? Meet this endangered species up close as we give our red wolves a treat. Find out how they became so endangered and what efforts biologists have made to try to save them from extinction. Located at the Woodlands Nature Station in LBL. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Every hand is needed to help with picking, scouring and carding our wool fleeces. Then sit by the spinning wheel as it turns, turns, turns, and watch the spinner turn curly fleece into yarn. At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

We are going to be doing some smelling, listening, looking, touching and even tasting in the kitchen this afternoon. Think beans and cornbread, bacon and eggs, biscuits and butter. You better come on! At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Most of us enjoy a nice Sunday brunch and so do our snakes! In fact, Sunday brunch is their only meal of the week! Come watch as our rattlesnake, kingsnake, rat snake, and more chow down their mouse-alicious meal. You'll even get to meet one of the snakes up close! Bring your camera for a snake selfie! Located at the Woodlands Nature Station in LBL. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

You're not the only one who likes to have fun! Come meet Nature Station's resident wildcat Barkley! Learn about how bobcats live, how common they are in Land Between the Lakes, and check out how our bobcat reacts when we give him a new toy to play with! Located at Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

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Who or what lurks beneath the waves? Join us as we "dive" beneath the surface of the lake and learn about some of the weird, strange, and even large creatures that live in Kentucky and Barkley lakes! You may be surprised by what we find! Admission on to the Nature Station on June 11 is free for that day only.

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Join us for a relaxed paddle as we explore the nooks and crannies of a Lake Barkley scenic bay. We will search the waters and shorelines for wildlife such as osprey, eagles, beavers, egrets, frogs, and songbirds. Enjoy a feast for the eyes and ears as the sun dips below the trees and nature's evening chorus comes to life. $25 per person to use one of our kayaks; $20 per person if you bring your own kayak.

Participants must be age 13 or above.

Reservation and full deposit required. Call 270-924-2020 to reserve your space and for location information.

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Fresh vegetables are the best, and they don't get fresher then straight out of the garden. Here at the homeplace we will be harvesting our garden for fresh food to eat and to preserve for winter. Come learn about the amount of land dedicated to a garden and the variety of food it produced. At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

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We are making pickles today using fresh veggies from our own garden. Sweet? Yep. Dill? Yep. Spicy and fermented? Yep and yep. Are they CRUNCHY? You better believe they're crunchy! Come and try out some 1800s pickle making techniques, and learn the secret to the CRUNCH! At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

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Carving wood can be as creative and relaxing as it is practical. Come see carving demonstrations and talk about the folklore behind one of the most famous types of carving; the woodspirit. At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

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Don't let their small stature fool you, these tiny predators are ferocious! From lightning-fast reflexes to silent ninja like movements, these tiny terrors are some of the most fearsome predators around. Come meet some of our smallest native predators and learn how size isn't everything! at Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

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Hey kids! Everyone loves having fun and today it's playtime for our resident rabbit! Watch as he reacts to an interesting new food item or an exciting new toy and learn more about how the Nature Station cares for its rescued wildlife through fun enrichment activities! You'll even get to pet him and see how much he loves chin scratches! Located at Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

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We like to be comfortable here on the farm. There is just nothing like sitting around the dinner table with friends and family. But to do that you need chairs. Come join us as we work on making and repairing chairs here on the Homeplace 1850's Farm. At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

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Brooms can be made from a variety of materials, but the traditional American broom has been made since the 1830's from broomcorn. The sorghum-related plant is grown here at the Homeplace and today the farmers will be starting with the raw "sorghum vulgare" and using traditional methods to make the tool that has kept floors swept clean of dirt and dust for generations. At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

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Turtles are so cool! Some can live over 100 years, some can grow over 200 pounds, and some are even nocturnal! Join us to meet several turtle's native to Land Between the Lakes, see what makes each one unique, and even give them a pat on the shell! Located at the Woodlands Nature Station in LBL. Admission fees apply.

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Come see Nature Station's resident groundhog Clover eat some of her favorite treats during chow time! While we enjoy watching her munch on her lunch, we'll learn about groundhogs and how they survive as one of nature's best burrowers! Located at the Woodlands Nature Station in LBL. Admission fees apply.

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Who rules the waters and skies over Land Between the Lakes? The bald eagle, of course! Visit with our resident bald eagles at dinnertime and discover their secrets of survival. Also find out about the successful bald eagle recovery project that brought this majestic bird back from the brink of extinction in this area. Located at the Woodlands Nature Station in LBL. Admission fees apply.

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Ready for another Homeplace Tradition? It's one of our most popular demonstrations. You will see some of our "Greatest Hits" on Mondays because we are making SHINGLES! Okay, it's more fun than it sounds, and you will definitely learn a useful skill. Shingles aren't just for the roof anymore! At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

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Our farm is filled with widgets, whatsits, thingamajigs, and brick-a-brack. Since Mondays are our clean-up days, we like to play a fun game with the visitors called "What IS This Thing?" Come and be part of our team while we try to figure out what all this stuff is! At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

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Exploring the world around you through the creation of a nature journal was a popular pastime during the 19th century. Come out and learn how to bind and fill a sketchbook that you can use to document your own adventures. At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

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If farmers were able to find the time and had the talent, drawing and painting were easy to do on the 1850s farm. Photographs were often rare and expensive during the 1850s so creative people would use their talents to capture their important moments on paper. Have a sit down and capture some moments on the Farm. At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

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Vultures: are they super gross, just misunderstood, or somewhere in between? Join our naturalists for this fun program where you can get an up-close look at these birds that are crazy for carrion and learn how they play a crucial role in our ecosystem! Located at the Woodlands Nature Station in LBL. Admission fees apply.

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Wood was the most common material on the 1850s farm and working with it was often second nature to the historic farmer. Try your hand at the wood lathe, carving and carpentry the way it used to be done. At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

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It's hammer time at the 1850s farm! We will be demonstrating historical methods of blacksmithing on a bellows operated charcoal forge. Learn about metallurgy during the mid-1800's and explore how a farmer would repair and replace broken and damaged tools. At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

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Did you know red wolves used to roam between the rivers? Meet this endangered species up close as we give our red wolves a treat. Find out how they became so endangered and what efforts biologists have made to try to save them from extinction. Located at the Woodlands Nature Station in LBL. Admission fees apply.

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Every hand is needed to help with picking, scouring and carding our wool fleeces. Then sit by the spinning wheel as it turns, turns, turns, and watch the spinner turn curly fleece into yarn. At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

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We are going to be doing some smelling, listening, looking, touching and even tasting in the kitchen this afternoon. Think beans and cornbread, bacon and eggs, biscuits and butter. You better come on! At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

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Most of us enjoy a nice Sunday brunch and so do our snakes! In fact, Sunday brunch is their only meal of the week! Come watch as our rattlesnake, kingsnake, rat snake, and more chow down their mouse-alicious meal. You'll even get to meet one of the snakes up close! Bring your camera for a snake selfie! Located at the Woodlands Nature Station in LBL. Admission fees apply.

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Coyotes are a common wildlife sighting around this area, and now is your chance to see our resident rescued coyotes, Campbell and Cadiz, up close! They're cunning, crafty, and scared of everything (that's called neophobia... who knew)?! Join us for this fun program where we will get to know this often encountered but not necessarily well-known critter! Located at Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

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Hey Kids! Come and meet Marsi, our resident opossum! Earn your degree in opossumology as the Nature Station crew explores the crazy world of science behind our only marsupial! Located at Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

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Vultures: are they super gross, just misunderstood, or somewhere in between? Join our naturalists for this fun program where you can get an up close look at our black and turkey vultures that just love dinner-time, and learn how they play a crucial role in our ecosystem! Located at Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

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Join us for a relaxed paddle as we explore the nooks and crannies of one of Lake Barkley's scenic bays. We will search the waters and shorelines for wildlife such as osprey, eagles, beavers, egrets, frogs, and songbirds. Enjoy a feast for the eyes and ears as the sun dips below the trees and nature's evening chorus comes to life. $30 per canoe. Registration limited. Reservation and full deposit required. Call 270-924-2020 to reserve your space and for location information.

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Meet Nature Station's resident wildcat! Learn about how bobcats live, how common they are in Land Between the Lakes, and maybe even see Bobcat play with his food! He certainly gets excited about feeding time! Located at the Woodlands Nature Station in LBL. Admission fees apply.

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Everyone loves having fun and today it's playtime for our coyotes! Watch as Campbell and Cadiz react to an interesting new food item or an exciting new toy and learn more about how the Nature Station cares for its rescued wildlife through fun enrichment activities! Located at the Woodlands Nature Station in LBL. Admission fees apply.

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Corn was a major product here in the south, and we will use every bit of it. From popping and frying corn, to making corn husk dolls, pipes, and bobbers, corn was very useful. Come join us all day as we have several different demonstrations all focused on corn. At The Homeplace 1850s. Admission fees apply.

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The Golden Pond Planetarium & Observatory is kicking off a full slate of summertime laser light shows and star parties! Enjoy awesome shows commemorating the music of Pink Floyd, Queen, the Beatles, U2, Metallica, Led Zeppelin and more. Summer star parties are scheduled as well. For showtimes, download the full Planetarium schedule here.

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Have you ever wondered how our modern spacecraft can navigate quickly and accurately to Earth orbit and beyond? Find out in EXPLORE, the lavish 2017 full dome production from Creative Planet. It's the story of humanity's fascination with the stars - from ancient stargazers and astrologers to the breakthrough discoveries of Nicolaus Copernicus and Johannes Kepler. Today's explorers depend on Kepler's genius for their work in space. Admission fees apply. For showtimes, download the full Planetarium schedule here.

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Get into the holiday spirit with the music of the season and colorful dazzling laser effects! Featuring classic holiday favorites like Burl Ives' "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer," modern hits like Randy Travis' "Jingle Bell Rock," and unique reimagining's of timeless songs like Enya's beautiful "Oiche Chiun (Silent Night)," this delightful program is fun for the whole family. It's an animated Christmas laser light display like no other you've ever seen! Admission fees apply. Showtimes are daily at 10:00 a.m.

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Please come and enjoy the many beautiful full-dome images of our universe on this virtual space tour as seen from the eyes of the world's largest telescopes including the Hubble Space Telescope. Along the way, you will learn about the history of astronomy, the invention of the telescope, and see impressive images from today's giant telescopes that allow us to probe ever deeper into the Universe. Admission fees apply. For showtimes, download the full Planetarium schedule here.

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Some of this debris collides with the Earth daily and is harmless. Some of the other objects may also collide with us, but we surely hope not. But we know it has happened before as you will learn in the show. Dedicated nightly searches are carried out around the globe using the most sophisticated instruments and computer software to detect Near Earth Objects (NEOs). A collision with a large comet or asteroid has the potential to destroy an entire civilization and change the course of history. Just ask the dinosaurs. Admission fees apply. For showtimes, download the full Planetarium schedule here.

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Traveling with Light presents different scenarios that reveal the complexity of light and its direct influence on our planet. The Sun is the closest star to Earth and generates the energy that provides the light and heat necessary for life. Nevertheless, the Sun is not the only source of natural light. Fire has accompanied the Earth since its inception and has played a very important role in the evolution of the human being, so much so that its discovery by primitive societies changed their way of life. Admission fees apply. For showtimes, download the full Planetarium schedule here.

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On a clear, dark night, most of us, at one time or another, have gazed upon the stars and wondered about all those tiny points of light. Many of us are able to identify different patterns and constellations in the stars. But, what are those tiny points of light? This exciting program takes viewers beyond a simple observation of the night sky and delves into the fascinating lives of stars Admission fees apply. For showtimes, download the full Planetarium schedule here.

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Your family will enjoy this full-dome presentation narrated by Tim Allen. Right now there is a new space race going on as teams of young scientists all around the globe compete for 30 million dollars in prize money offered by Google to see who will be the first private organization to land a rover on the moon in 2018. Not since the Apollo missions 40 years ago has there been this much lunar exploration. Admission fees apply. For showtimes, download the full Planetarium schedule here.

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Living networks connect and support life forms large and small-from colonies of tiny microbes and populations of massive whales to ever-expanding human societies. In the California Academy of Sciences' latest original planetarium show, Habitat Earth, discover what it means to live in today's connected world. Through stunning visualizations of the natural world, dive below the ocean's surface to explore the dynamic relationships found in kelp forest ecosystems, travel beneath the forest floor to see how Earth's tallest trees rely on tiny fungi to survive, and journey to new heights to witness the intricate intersection between human and ecological networks. Admission fees apply. For showtimes, download the full Planetarium schedule here.

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Morehead Planetarium and Science Center created Earth, Moon & Sun to help children explore the relationship between our home planet and its most familiar neighbors. Children are helped in their exploration by Coyote, a character adapted from Native American oral traditions. Native American stories woven throughout the show illustrate how we have long sought to understand our planet and the skies above us. In this show, Coyote proves to be an amusing guide because he has so many misconceptions about space. Coyote's confusion brings scientific facts to light and helps students think about how Earth, Moon, and Sun work together as a system. Students learn why the Sun rises and sets and the basics of fusion and solar energy. They examine the Moon's orbit, craters, phases, and eclipses. The show also describes past and future space travel to our Moon and beyond. Admission fees apply. For showtimes, download the full Planetarium schedule here.

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