11th Founder’s Day Open House
Come spend a beautiful fall day at Historic Eastfield Village, discover the world of historic trades and crafts while enjoying food and 19th century entertainment with family and friends
Event Information
Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
Time: 11 am to 4pm
Location: 104 Mud Pond Rd, East Nassau, NY 12062
Admission: $25 at the gate or $20 online. Children 12 and under are free.
Founder’s Day Programing
Blacksmithing
Spinning
Chair seat weaving
En Plein Air Painting
Historic Tavern Keeper
Flintlock making and historic arms
Letterpress Printing
Cabinetmaking
Militia and target shooting demonstration to commemorate the 250th
Pottery
Antique Sales
Fiddling
Hearth Cooking Lunch Service
Scherenschnitte
Historic/Period Games
Directions
Contact
For questions or inquires about this event contact us at eastfieldvillage@gmail.com or through our contact form.
About Historic Eastfield
Historic Eastfield, founded by preservationist Don Carpentier, hosts renowned workshops on historic American trades and crafts. Established as a nonprofit in 1993, it preserves Carpentier’s vision by providing hands-on training in pre-industrial American trades, supporting preservation efforts, and maintaining its historic facilities.