Foraging on The Green

First State National Historical Park

Special Event
  • Apr 6, 2024 at 10:00 AM
  • Free

Join are partners from First State Heritage Park at the John Bell House to learn about the history of foraging, as well as participate in searching for edible plants that can be commonly found in Delaware. Examples of commonly foraged plants will be available for viewing in the Bell House, as well as printouts that visitors can take home to help them identify and sustainably harvest some of the many plants available in Delaware. Visitors will also be encouraged to learn how to utilize some of the foraged plants they can find, from making dyes to basket weaving.

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

Latitude and Longitude 39.156026, -75.523072

Schedule

Date:

Apr 6, 2024

Time:

10:00 AM

Duration:

5 hours

Join our partners at First State Heritage Park every First Saturday of the month for a series of free themed programming! In addition, Legislative Hall (10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.) and Woodburn: The Governor’s Mansion (10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.) are open for guided tours as a special treat.

Event Type

  • Cultural/Craft Demonstration
  • Partner Program
Tags: 18th century life, delaware, first state national historical park