Historic Trades Festival

The Friends of Peirce Mill will be hosting their first ever Historic Trades Festival on May 16th!

Learn about the historic trades used to build and run Peirce Mill in the 19th century. This free festival will feature demonstrations and hands-on activities for visitors of all ages, including:

Basketry
Blacksmithing
Cooperage
Milling
Orchardry
Rope Making
Stone Carving
Weaving

And purchase locally milled products at: Fresh Farm Mid-Atlanic Grain Stand and Raven Hook Bakehouse Pop-up Shop

Rain date: Sunday, May 17

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

Peirce Mill is located at 2401 Tilden St. NW, Washington, DC 20008

Latitude and Longitude 38.940265, -77.051900

Schedule

Event Type

• Cultural/Craft Demonstration
• Living History
• Partner Program