Learn the Art of Jam Making at Hallockville Museum Farm

Step back in time at Hallockville Museum Farm’s Hudson-Sydlowski House and learn how farm families preserved the harvest before the days of freezers, refrigerators, and grocery stores. In this hands-on workshop, participants will discover the traditional craft of making jam, guided by food preservation instructor Gabi Spielmann.

Before electricity came to the Hallock homestead in the mid-1900s, families relied on techniques like canning to ensure food throughout the long North Fork winters. During this interactive class, Spielmann will lead attendees through the full process — from fresh berries to shelf-stable jam. Each participant will take home a jar of homemade berry jam and the knowledge to continue preserving at home.

Workshop Details:
– What: Jam Making Workshop
– When: Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025 | 1-4 p.m.
– Where: Hudson-Sydlowski House, Hallockville Museum Farm
– Who: Instructor – Gabi Spielmann
– Cost: $25 for Hallockville Members | $30 for Non-Members

Advance registration is required. Preserve a taste of summer and experience a slice of Long Island’s farming heritage at Hallockville Museum Farm!