A child and two adults kneel on the ground, planting a sapling

Just over the hill behind the Farm Barn, you’ll find a forest in the making. Welcome to Marshall Woods—a field edge now planted with 200+ native trees to honor Marshall Webb, and the role of trees in a climate-stable future.


Learn more about Marshall Woods

Cheese, crackers, maple onion jam, and cured sausage arranged on a wooden board

Father's Day is June 16!


Celebrate a dad in your life with a Vermont-made snack spread: our hoppy beer cheddar made with Fiddlehead IPA, dry-cured salami, crackers, and maple onion jam. The sampler ships free for a limited time.

Shop now
Two young students kneel at the edge of a raised garden bed

Kid-Favorite Plants for Your Garden


The growing season has arrived here in Vermont. Our educators share their favorite plants for creating a full sensory experience for kids (and adults!). Try a few in your garden this year.

Learn more

Register Soon: Two New Programs


Join us at the Coach Barn in early June to learn from two inspiring educators and thought leaders: Dr. John Hausdoerffer (June 6) and Dr. Lacretia Johnson Flash (June 11).

A woman smiles standing in a lush green garden

More Upcoming Programs


Saturday, June 1, 8–10:00AM: Black Birder's Week Hike


Sunday, June 2, 1:30–3:30PM: Grands in the Garden with Gedakina


Thursday, June 6, 5:30-7:30PM:

What Kind of Ancestor Do You Want to Be? with Dr. John Hausdoerffer


Monday, June 10, 5–7:00PM:

Land, Lives & Legacy: Learn about Wills & Estate Planning with Vermont Land Trust


Tuesday, June 11, 6–8:00PM:

Coming Home: Discovering Oneself in the Family Legacy with Dr. Lacretia Flash


Tuesday, June 18, 4:30–6:00PM: The Art & Science of Herbal Tea with Spoonful Herbals


Thursday, June 20, 7–9:00PM: Sacred Sound Sanctuary

See our full calendar of events

Shelburne Farms is an education nonprofit on a mission to inspire and cultivate learning for a sustainable future through its programs, place, and products.


We offer transformative learning experiences to help educators, students, overnight guests, and visitors create a more thriving world. Home to the Institute for Sustainable Schools, our historic campus is a 1,400-acre diversified farm located on the homelands of the Winooskik band of the Abenaki.

Make a gift today
Instagram  Facebook  Twitter  

View as Webpage