Saturday, August 15, 2026
Times: Coggeshall Farm Museum is open from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Cost: Included with general daytime admission ($10 for adults, $5 for youth ages 4-17) or with Coggeshall Farm Museum membership or Old Sturbridge Village membership.
Coggeshall Farm Museum in Bristol, RI
Get TicketsLearn about the amazing process of turning the flax plant into the fiber that was used to make linen clothes, rope and more! See the beautiful flax plant growing on the farm and learn how to grow the plants in the proper way to get the best fiber.
Activities include:
- Going through the process of retting the plants to loosen the fibers from the stalks.
- Using a flax break replica to remove unwanted husks.
- Watching as CFM staff pull the fibers through the sharp hackles.
- Feeling the soft results of the process!
It will be a fun day to learn about the work involved in making the cooler clothes for summer!
Admission is free for members and $10 for adults and $5 for kids (4 and under free).
