The Ozark Folk Center State Park Craft Village and Heritage Herb Garden will host Ozark Homesteading workshops on Friday & Saturday, June 27 & 28, 2025.

Workshops include Composting for a Healthy Garden; Using Goats, Sheep & Chickens to Reclaim Land; Make Your Own Sauerkraut; Donkey Power in the Ozarks; Herbal Bug Repellents; History, Herbs, & Healing; and more. Farmers from the Stone County Farmer's Market will be on hand sharing tips and techniques. There is no preregistration required and regular Craft Village admission fee covers all workshops. The Village is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. There will be live music on the Blacksmith Stage throughout the day.

Meeting Place: Visitor Center Lobby

Usual OFC Craft Village Admission rates apply from 10-5:
Adult Admission: $15.00
Child Admission: $8.00
Family Pass (2 adults, children under 18): $35.00

“We preserve the folkways and traditions of the Ozarks here,” said Jeanette Larson, Craft Director at the Ozark Folk Center State Park. “Growing, preserving, and eating good food are all part of our lifestyle. We love to share our knowledge and joy in bringing quality meals to the table.”

Our Ozark Homesteading workshops focus carries over into our eateries in the park. Try the Skillet Restaurant, where they offer locally grown local produce in season and use herbs grown in the Kitchen Garden right in front of the restaurant. The Skillet is open 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday & Saturday.

Food, music, gardens, talks, tours and so much more make up the Ozark Folk Center State Park.

Season passes are honored for admission to this event.