Shelburne Farms is a place of hope and positive action in a world filled with concerning trends and predictions for the future. As an internationally recognized leader in Education for Sustainability, a restorative place of exceptional natural and architectural beauty, and a laboratory exploring best stewardship practices, Shelburne Farms is at the forefront of cultivating a sustainable future.
As a nonprofit, we depend on contributions from our community for critical operating support. Please consider
making an end-of-year gift to ensure another successful year for Shelburne Farms. Thank you!
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Historic Breeding Barn Restoration
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Since Shelburne Farms acquired the Breeding Barn from Shelburne Museum in 1994, the barn has been a “work in progress.” Lots of work. Lots of progress. The restoration carpenters share insights into the latest phase of work.
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Farmstead Beer Cheddar Fritter Recipe
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Chef Jim created this holiday-table-worthy recipe to feature the second release of our IPA-infused Beer Cheddar, in collaboration with Fiddlehead Brewing Co. (available
online
and at our Welcome Center & Farm Store).
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Climate Creative Student Art Exhibit
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Educator Kerri McAllister knows we all need some hope these days, especially true after the release of the most recent Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) report, and the just released National Climate Assessment.
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A Special December Book Offer
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Get the beautiful hardcover book
Shelburne Farms: House, Gardens, Farm and Barns
for the special price of $25 at our Welcome Center & Farm Store or shipped from our online store (a $65 value!). And, if you spend more than $100 at the Welcome Center, the book is yours for FREE.
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A Tax-Wise Way to Support the Farm
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If you're 70½+, you can support the Farm and receive tax benefits in return. "
I love Shelburne Farms! Since I'm required to take annual distributions from my IRA, directing it to the Farm is the most tax-effective way to make a charitable gift."
–Willard Jackson, Middlebury, VT
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Upcoming Programs & Events
Thursday, December 20, is the last day to
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January 5–February 24, 11:00AM–2:00PM, every half hour.
2:30 & 3:00PM private rides available.
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What We're Following
On Thursday, December 27 at 9:00AM, the Vermont episode of
Scraps: Parts Uneaten will air on FYI featuring the Farm!
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Via VPR.
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The New Food Economy is investigating the state of American nutrition education in schools, starting with a
story from New York City.
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Shelburne Farms is a nonprofit organization educating for a sustainable future.
Our campus is a 1,400-acre working farm, forest, and National Historic Landmark.
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