Calendar
Upcoming Events
Membership meeting and class information (bottom of the page)
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- Spring 2025 Event Season Dates
Vendor Registration is open for all events
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Some activities and food are cash only.
Vendor Registration is open for all events
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FEBRUARY 2025
Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025, Farm Festival and Quilt Show, 10 am - 4 pm
Join us for the 36th annual Farm Festival and Quilt Show. Southern Draft Horse Associations Draft Horse Pull, starting at the stroke of noon. Witness the sheer power of these magnificent creatures as they compete in two weight classes: Lightweights (3400lbs and under) and Heavyweights. There is also stunning display of local quilts at our Quilt Show.
Marvel at the intricate designs and craftsmanship, and if you're feeling lucky, enter your own quilt for a chance to win a ribbon. Quilt entries will be accepted January 25 - January 29, 2025, 10:30 am - 4:30 pm Tuesday - Saturday. (The museum is closed Sunday and Monday).
Quilt Entry Form Print 3 copies, fill out and bring with quilt.
One copy to be attached to the quilt, One copy for the entry book, one copy for the quilt owner to keep and to show when they pick up the quilt.
Live Entertainment, Vendors, Food Trucks, Traditional Craft Demonstrations, Blacksmith, Model Trains, Pasco Sheriff’s Mounted Posse, all museum buildings open and more.
www.pioneerflroidamuseum.org $10 adults, $5 students, under 5 free, tickets at the Gate only. Parking is free, parking donations appreciated, but not required.
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Friday, February 28, 2025, Cracker Cowboy - Field Trip Day, 9 am - 1 pm
$8 admission for students and chaperones. Parking is free. Concession stand is open for food, drinks, snack, and desserts. Cash Only. This day will consist of self-guided tours for public, private, and home school students. Students pass through a series of living history stations. A living history event depicting Florida Cracker Cowboys.
Pre-registration required
Cracker Cowboy Field Trip Day Registration
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MARCH 2025
Saturday, March 1, 2025, Cracker Cowboy Day, 10 am - 4 pm
Step right up, folks! Get ready to be transported back in time. Florida's cracker cowboys had a truly remarkable way of herding cattle, using the sound from their trusty whips. Picture this: a 10-12 foot braided leather whip cracking through the air, creating a thunderous sound that could be heard for miles around. It's no wonder these cowboys earned the nickname "crackers." Intrigued? Well, join us on this unforgettable day to learn more! Whip cracking presentation, blacksmith exhibition, heading and heeling roping demonstration, children's roping and a petting zoo. The first 100 children to the petting zoo will get a free cowboy/cowgirl hat. (While supplies last), axe throwing. For those Yellowstone TV fans, take photos with our cardboard cut-out of Rip Wheeler at the Train Station. Cow camps, cowboy music, Cowboy Poetry (very popular), cracker cows, cracker horses, food, wonderful vendors, live entertainment and more.
$10 adults, $5 students, under 5 free tickets at the Gate only.
Parking is free
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Saturday, March 8, 2025, Cracker Cowboy Dinner, 6 pm - 10 pm
Y'all ready for a good time at the Cracker Cowboy Dinner? Saddle up and join us for a cowboy feast with amazing entertainment with JT Curtis and the Florida Scoundrels Band.
Get ready to dust off your boots, grab your favorite hat and prepare for an unforgettable evening filled with cocktails, live entertainment, dancing, charity auction and a delightful grilled steak or chicken dinner under the twinkling stars.
Please join us at the highly anticipated Cracker Cowboy Dinner. Tickets start at $100 per person. Tickets will go on sale mid January, check back here. Sponsor and VIP opportunities: PioneerFloridaMuseum@gmail.com.
We sincerely thank you for considering supporting our cause. By joining us, you will not only be part of an incredible evening, but you will also be contributing to the preservation, education, and celebration of Florida's rich pioneer history. Let's come together and make a difference! Don't miss out on this extraordinary event. Mark your calendars, spread the word, and get ready to have an amazing night.
Membership and other museum passes are not valid for this fundraising event.
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APRIL 2025
Saturday, April 5, 2025, Jelly Bean Fling, 10 am - 4 pm
The Jelly Bean Fling is a spectacular Spring Festival with Pony Rides, Face Painting, Children’s Games with prizes, Children’s make and take Arts and Crafts, Live Entertainment, unique Vendors, Food Trucks, Traditional Craft Demonstrations, Blacksmith, Model Trains, photo ops, FREE photos with the Easter Bunny, and Easter Egg Hunt for children. All museum buildings are open, where history comes alive with every step.
$10 adults, $5 students, under 5 free. Tickets at the Gate only. Parking is free.
Friday, April 25, 2025, World War II - Living History Field Trip Day, 9 am - 1 pm
$8 admission for students and chaperones. Parking is free. Concession stand is open for food, drinks, snack, and desserts. Cash Only
This day will consist of self-guided tours for public, private, and home school students. Students pass through a series of living history learning stations.
Pre-registration required
World War II Field Trip Day Registration
SS.4.A.1.1: Analyze primary and secondary resources to identify significant individuals and events throughout Florida history.
SS.4.A.8.1: Identify Florida's role in the Civil Rights Movement.
SS.912.A.1.2: Utilize a variety of primary and secondary sources to identify author, historical significance, audience, and authenticity to understand a historical period.
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Saturday, April 26, 2025, World War II - Living History Event, 10 am - 4 pm
Step back into an immersive WWII Homefront experience. More information closer to the event.
$12 adults, $10 seniors or veterans, $6 students, under 5 free, tickets at the Gate only. Parking is free
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Annual Membership Meeting
Monday, September 16, 2024, 6 pm
Main Building at the Pioneer Florida Museum
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This class is an introduction to weaving with an emphasis on multi-harness looms. In this class you will prepare a table loom and weave a sampler on it. As you make the sampler you will learn the parts of a loom and their functions. Other topics include weaving terms and tools. Other types of looms will also be discussed. All tools, yarn and looms are provided for this introductory class.
YOU MUST PRE-REGISTER, at least, 3 DAYS IN ADVANCE: Please Contact Marilynn Ory (405)-250-5473 voice or text.
Class fees are $25 for the first class and $20 for follow-on classes.
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Pioneer Quilt Guild Meeting
The first Tuesday of every month starts at 6 pm
Main Building of the Pioneer Florida Museum in the Lockey Room
Quilters at all levels of experience are welcome.
For more information: pioneerquiltguild@gmail.com or www.pioneerquiltguild.com
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Please wash or sanitize your hands often. The museum frequently sanitizes common areas and has hand sanitizer available. If you are sick, please stay home. The health and safety of our staff, guests and volunteers is our highest priority.
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