Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm

Museum Drop-In Hours &amp; Tours
Fridays and Saturdays, 12:00pm – 3:00pm with a Guided tour of the Van Hoosen Farmhouse at 1pm
Free for Museum Members
$5/Adults; $3/Seniors &amp; Students
www.rochesterhills.org/museum -&nbsp;No registration required.
The Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm is open for drop-in hours on Fridays and Saturdays from 12 - 3pm, with a Guided Tour of the 1840 Van Hoosen Farmhouse at 1:00pm and the 1850 Red House immediately following. 
Included with your admission is a self-paced, interactive look at our community’s local history. You also get to meet the Taylor-Van Hoosen families, check out Mastodon bones, and enjoy a wide variety of local videos from the Newberry Hill ski jump to our award-winning PBS movie and numerous computer interactives. The guided tour of the Van Hoosen Farmhouse departs from the Dairy Barn at 1:00 pm, and you may take a self-guided tour of the Bull Barn, Milk House, Equipment Barn, and Children’s Garden, as well as the nearby Stoney Creek Cemetery, and our 16 acres of grounds. Come and share your afternoon with us at our site – listed on the National Register of Historic Places!

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Museum Public Drop-In Hours and Tours

Museum Drop-In Hours & Tours
Fridays and Saturdays, 12:00pm – 3:00pm with a Guided tour of the Van Hoosen Farmhouse at 1pm
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Museum at the Market - Downtown Walking Tour – Free
August 8, September 12
9:30am – 10:30am
Meet at the Rochester Farmer’s Market - 202 E 3rd St, Rochester, MI 48307
No Registration Required – Donations Appreciated.
Join Museum staff at the Rochester Farmer’s Market! Buy some fresh food and then hit the streets to learn some fascinating facts to share at dinner with family and friends. Where is the oldest building on Main Street?Where were the first hotels? Where were all the churches? On this tour we’ll explore our downtown exhibit signs and sift through historical photos and stories while walking about a half mile. No registration required. Meet at info tent.

Local Event: Museum at the Market! Downtown Walking Tour 

Museum at the Market! Downtown Walking Tour 

Museum at the Market - Downtown Walking Tour – Free
August 8, September 12
9:30am – 10:30am
Meet at the Rochester Farmer’s...

The Spice & Tea Exchange of Rochester

Charity Shop Day! The Spice &amp; Tea Exchange of Rochester
Tuesday, Sept 15
10am-7pm,&nbsp;
Located at: 120 E 4th St, Rochester, MI 48307Phone orders will also be accepted on this day at 248-841-1289.


Shop for spices, tea, salt, and more! 10% of the day’s sales from The Spice &amp; Tea Exchange of Rochester will be donated to the Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm!&nbsp;As a thank you to patrons, the Museum staff is offering a tour of Downtown Rochester at 11am, and 2pm -&nbsp; including a&nbsp;sneak peek of the newly renovated Elevator building, now The Granary!

Local Event: Charity Shop Day! The Spice & Tea Exchange of Rochester

Charity Shop Day! The Spice & Tea Exchange of...

Charity Shop Day! The Spice & Tea Exchange of Rochester
Tuesday, Sept 15
10am-7pm, 
Located at: 120 E 4th St, Rochester, MI...

Charity Shop Day! The Spice & Tea Exchange of Rochester

The Granary Sneak Peek &amp; Downtown Walking Tour
Tuesday, Sept 15
11am-12pm
2pm-3pm
Free! No registration Required.
**Tour begins at The Spice &amp; Tea Exchange of Rochester, 120 E 4th St, Rochester, MI 48307
On this tour we’ll explore our downtown exhibit signs and sift through historical photos and stories while walking about a mile. Bonus sneak peek of the newly renovated Elevator building, now The Granary, included! 
Before or after the tour, support the Museum by shopping at The Spice and Tea Exchange – 10% of the day’s sales will be donated to the Museum! Phone orders will also be accepted on this day at 248-841-1289.

Local Event: The Granary Sneak Peek & Downtown Walking Tour 11am

The Granary Sneak Peek & Downtown Walking Tour...

The Granary Sneak Peek & Downtown Walking Tour
Tuesday, Sept 15
11am-12pm
2pm-3pm
Free! No registration Required.
**Tour begins...

The Granary Sneak Peek & Downtown Walking Tour 11am

Local Event: The Granary Sneak Peek & Downtown Walking Tour 2pm

The Granary Sneak Peek & Downtown Walking Tour 2pm

Tea in the Farmhouse
Tuesday, September 22
10am – 11am 
$20/Non-Member; $15/Museum Member

Register by Monday, 12pm at rochesterhills.org/musprograms
We’re opening the doors of the Van Hoosen Farmhouse to host an informal tea hour. Guests get the chance to interact with artifacts and documents normally stored safely away in the collections room, while enjoying the ambiance of the 1840s Van Hoosen Farmhouse. This unique opportunity has limited seating. Tea and light desserts will be served. See website for topics.

Local Event: Tea in the Farmhouse

Tea in the Farmhouse

Tea in the Farmhouse
Tuesday, September 22
10am – 11am 
$20/Non-Member; $15/Museum Member

Register by Monday, 12pm at...

Van Hoosen Farm Cornhole Classic &amp; Cookout
Saturday, Sept 26
3pm – 8pm
$15/person – General Admission 
$30/person – General Admission &amp; Cornhole Tournament Entry
Buy tickets at rochesterhills.org/CornholeClassic
Take your chance at cash prizes in the cornhole tournament, or place your bets with the basket raffle at this Fall Fundraiser. DJ Sean will set the vibe for the afternoon as you enjoy food trucks, a cash bar, coffee bar, desserts, tabletop games, yard games, exhibits, and art sample sessions. We will also feature the RHISE market of young entrepreneurs selling arts, crafts, and treats. Every person gets one free raffle ticket with admission! Additional charge for food trucks, coffee, and cornhole tournament play. Tournament play includes 2 guaranteed games. Randomized partners. Must pre-register to compete in cornhole tournament
– Availability of walkup spots NOT guaranteed. 
This Museum fundraiser is co-hosted with The Rochester Hills Museum Young Leaders Circle (RHMYL).
Thank you to our Sponsors!
Music Tent Sponsor: The Roxy
Basket Raffle Sponsors: Café 316, Downtown Development Authority of Rochester, Junction 1869, Oakland University, Pash &amp; Glou, Salinair Salt Spa, Stretch Lab, Tea &amp; Spice Exchange

Local Event: Van Hoosen Farm Cornhole Classic & Cookout

Van Hoosen Farm Cornhole Classic & Cookout

Van Hoosen Farm Cornhole Classic & Cookout
Saturday, Sept 26
3pm – 8pm
$15/person – General Admission 
$30/person – General...

Scarecrows in the City - Scarecrow Building Workshop
Tuesday, Sept 29
11:00am – 2:00pm 
$45 Non-profit Organization; $60 Business
Register by noon on Friday, September 25 at www.rochesterhills.org/musprograms
Scarecrows in the City is an opportunity for your business or organization to participate in the Museum’s annual Stone Wall Pumpkin Festival! All scarecrows will be on display at the Museum for the Festival, and move to downtown Rochester for the month of October. If unable to attend the workshop, you may build your scarecrow at home and drop it off at the Museum by Thursday, October 8. Contact the Museum for more details.
The Museum provides the following:
• Wooden frame • Straw • Signage
You provide:
• Accessories, including the scarecrow’s head
• Clothing • Man-power • Imagination

Local Event: Scarecrows in the City - Scarecrow Building Workshop

Scarecrows in the City - Scarecrow Building...

Scarecrows in the City - Scarecrow Building Workshop
Tuesday, Sept 29
11:00am – 2:00pm 
$45 Non-profit Organization; $60...

Scarecrows in the City - Scarecrow Building Workshop

Stone Wall Pumpkin Festival 
Saturday, October 10 
10am - 4 pm Pumpkin carving and activities

7 - 9 pm Pumpkin Lighting 
$8/Museum Member$12/Non-Member - Admission fee for ages 2 and up.
No registration required. Day of ticket sales only. 
More info. at www.rochesterhills.org/musprograms
Come and enjoy the Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm’s signature event!
Daytime activities include food, pumpkin bowling, professional pumpkin carving display, crafts, Yates Cider Mill cider &amp; donuts, and more! Guests are invited to carve a pumpkin and place it on the stone walls surrounding the Museum property and return in the evening to see all the pumpkins lit up! Can you help us beat our record of 1,011 pumpkins lighted at one time? Scarecrows made by local organizations will also be on display.
Admission price includes 1 pumpkin per person. The Museum provides stencils and carving tools, but guests are encouraged to bring their own carving tools from home.
Presenting Sponsor – Genisys Credit Union
Supporting Sponsor – Zarminali Health, Inc.

Local Event: Stone Wall Pumpkin Festival 

Stone Wall Pumpkin Festival 

Stone Wall Pumpkin Festival 
Saturday, October 10 
10am - 4 pm Pumpkin carving and activities

7 - 9 pm  Pumpkin Lighting...

History Bites Series
Explore our community’s history through food! In this series, sample food prepared by local chefs paired with a historical story of the past. Come ready to explore history through the lens of photos, newspapers, artifacts… and tasty morsels! 
Oct 15 – Ferry Morse Seed Farm featuring Chef Deb of Silver Shamrocks
6:30-7:30pm
$30/Museum Members; $35/Non-Members

Advanced registration is required at <a href="https://www.rochesterhills.org/musprograms" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.rochesterhills.org/musprograms</a>
In 1852, Dexter Mason Ferry moved to Detroit with plans to attend college and began a night job as a bookkeeper for a small seed house. Four years later he became a partner in the firm. Hear the fascinating story of this experimental company, how its seeds helped a nurse in WWII, and what sits in its original footprint today. Chef Deb of Silver Shamrocks will use photographs and seed packets as inspiration to put a modern twist on local fruits and vegetables from the 1900s.

Local Event: History Bites Series

History Bites Series

History Bites Series
Explore our community’s history through food! In this series, sample food prepared by local chefs paired...

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Guardian Angel Cemetery

Join Us for a Wine &amp; Cheese Open House at Guardian Angel Cemetery
Explore the beauty, peace, and serenity of Guardian Angel Cemetery during our special Wine &amp; Cheese Open House on September 9 from 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM in Rochester.
Stroll through 80 lush acres featuring:
✨ A serene meditation garden
✨ Awe-inspiring bronze sculptures
✨ Peaceful walking paths and elegant surroundings
Enjoy complimentary wine and cheese as you experience the tranquil atmosphere at your own pace.
Our Family Service Counselors will be available to answer questions and provide information about preplanning options and special incentives available to attendees.
📍 Guardian Angel Cemetery
📅 Wednesday September 9
⏰ 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Serving all Christian faiths.
First-time attendees only.*Prices increase October 1

Local Event: Wine & Cheese Open House

Wine & Cheese Open House

Join Us for a Wine & Cheese Open House at Guardian Angel Cemetery
Explore the beauty, peace, and serenity of Guardian Angel...

Stony Creek Metropark

Join us on Saturday, September 12 as we come together at Stony Creek Metropark, Eastwood Beach for the&nbsp;<a href="https://afspwalks.donordrive.com/RochesterMI" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Oakland/Macomb Out of the Darkness Walk.</a>
Suicide is the 11th leading cause of death in the United States.&nbsp;To prevent suicide, we need to understand it first.
Funds raised at the Out of the Darkness&nbsp;Oakland/Macomb Walk&nbsp;directly support research, advocacy efforts, and educational programs in schools, workplaces, and communities across&nbsp;MI.
Register today and you're taking the first step to help save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide. It's free, quick, and easy to make a real impact.

Local Event: Oakland/Macomb Out of the Darkness Community Walk

Oakland/Macomb Out of the Darkness Community Walk

Join us on Saturday, September 12 as we come together at Stony Creek Metropark, Eastwood Beach for the Oakland/Macomb Out of...

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