Closing for Special Event (Tearoom)
The Rose & Kettle Tearoom will be closed on Saturday August 26th as we prepare our dining room for a special event. The farm and all other museum buildings will be open as usual! Read More →
Blog Archives
Spring Raffle
Spring has sprung! How would you like to win a one-of-a-kind garden sculpture with hanging flower baskets?! This piece is sure to add some heritage charm and a pop of colour to your yard! Hand-forged by our blacksmith Kevin Thomas, this unique piece was crafted from a repurposed wagon wheel, and repurposed whiffle tree, and adorned with 2 metal and organic coconut-husk flowering baskets! Read More →
Summer 2022 Seasonal Positions!
Do you dream of spending your summer hanging out with sheep? Have you ever wished you could see old farming tools up close? Is the garden you’re favourite place to be? Well, have we got the opportunity for you! The Cole Harbour Heritage Farm is HIRING for our summer season! From collections work to gardening to farm camp to animal care, there is sure to be something that catches your interest. Check it out HERE! We would love to have you join us! All positions are subject to government funding, and candidates must meet the eligibility requirements of the respective funding programs Read More →
2021 Look Back
Our latest newsletter has been released into the wild! Find out all of the fun farm gossip, and see pictures of the year that’s just passed. If you’re not part of our mailing list, you can take a look at it HERE! If you’d like to join our mailing list, sign up here! Read More →
Tearoom Job Opportunities!
The Rose & Kettle Tearoom is hiring! We are looking for four new staff members for the upcoming season: a Kitchen Help/Server position, and three Server positions. The tearoom is an important part of our operation, with all proceeds going to help run the farm. We follow a farm to fork philosophy, with as many menu items as possible made from locally sourced means. The tearoom seats 32 people, contains a gift shop, and is open from May 15th to October 15th. If this sounds interesting to you, head over to our Job Opportunities page to apply! Read More →
Clean Foundation Partnership
This year, we are excited to announce that we are partnering with the Clean Foundation to host one of their Clean Leadership Summer Internship positions! The Environment Coordinator will be mainly responsible for the planning and care of the natural assets of the farm, such as overseeing the garden and its volunteers and staff, continued development of the farm’s interpretive trail, and leading monthly volunteer sessions for the garden, grounds, and trail. The Clean Foundation is a not-for-profit, non-governmental organization dedicated to working towards a clean climate and clean water, providing education and programs surrounding environmental sustainability. Through their Clean Leadership program, the Clean Foundation supports businesses, organizations, and government agencies in providing internships for youth in the green sector. The Farm is taking part in their summer internship … Read More →