Summer Activities at Welk Homestead

Welk Homestead State Historic Site near Strasburg is hosting free family-friendly activities to promote learning and fun for adults and children. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

June 21, Lanette’s Craft Room: Farm Animals, 1-3 p.m. Spend the afternoon working on farm animal art projects.

July 19, Fabric Art: Cross-Stitching, 1-3 p.m. Choose a cross-stitch pattern and master the stitch.

July 26, Blacksmithing Demonstration, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Learn about blacksmithing and use of the coal forge from Bob McCay and Rick Wengel.

Aug. 16, Fabric Art: Braided Rugs, 1-3 p.m. Create a braided rug coaster from colorful fabrics. Learn the basics to make your own rug.

Aug. 23, Blacksmithing Demonstration, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Learn about blacksmithing and use of the coal forge from Bob McCay and Rick Wengel.

These events are part of the ND250 commemoration celebrating our country’s 250th birthday.

The Welk Homestead State Historic Site illustrates the history of agriculture in the early 20th century, German Russian culture and architecture, and the career of bandleader Lawrence Welk, who grew up on the farm. While at the site, take a selfie with the bronze Lawrence Welk statue.

For more information, contact Brian Grove, 701.336.7777 or [email protected]. For additional upcoming events and programs, visit history.nd.gov/events. The Welk Homestead State Historic Site, located at 845 88th St. SE, Strasburg, is a state historic site managed by the State Historical Society of North Dakota. Summer hours are Thursday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., through Sept. 7.