Second Saturday Workshop: Summer Plant Dyes with Museum Educators

Name: Second Saturday Workshop: Summer Plant Dyes with Museum Educators
Start: 2026-08-08
End: 2026-12-12
Location: Thomas Cole National Historic Site, 218 Spring Street

Next: Aug 8, 2026 (+4 more)
Thomas Cole National Historic Site, 218 Spring Street

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Second Saturdays is a monthly series featuring hands-on activities inspired by the Thomas Cole Site's historic property and special exhibitions.

Saturday, August 8, 11am-2pm

Create natural dyes from seasonal flowers and plants using 19th-century-inspired techniques with the Thomas Cole Site’s education staff. Participants will dye fabric with black walnuts and dyer’s coreopsis and are welcome to bring a white cotton or natural-fiber item to add to the dye bath. While the dyes simmer, enjoy a tour of the historic artist’s studio and Main House, plus a refreshing beverage. Museum admission and access to special exhibitions are included.

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Event Details

Upcoming dates: August 8, 2026
September 12, 2026
October 10, 2026
November 14, 2026
December 12, 2026

Location
Thomas Cole National Historic Site, 218 Spring Street
Address
218 Spring Street
Price
$
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Phone
(518) 943-7465
Email
education@thomascole.org

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