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 →
Farm Camp 2019
Last year, we held our first Farm Day Camp in August, and it was a huge success! So successful, that this year we have decided to hold not one, but TWO camps over the summer! The first will be held the week of July 15th to 19th, 2019, and will be limited to children ages 6 to 8. The second will be held the week of August 12th to 16th, 2019, and will be limited to children ages 9 to 12. Children will have the chance to participate in garden and farm-related activities, arts and crafts, heritage-related activities, games, and even help out with animal care! It’s a fun-filled week, and we are excited to be offering it again this year. The camps will cost $150 per child, and will run from 9am to 4pm each day during their respective weeks. Early drop-off and late pick-up will … 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 →