ST. LEONARD, Md. — Southern Maryland families are invited to welcome summer at Children’s Day on the Farm on Sunday, June 1, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum (JPPM) in St. Leonard. The annual event, now in its 38th year, offers a day of free family fun celebrating Maryland’s rural history and community spirit.
Guests can enjoy live performances, children’s crafts, old-fashioned games, wagon rides, food vendors and hands-on demonstrations that showcase what life was like on the farm, both in the past and today.
New: Scavenger Hunt on the Farm
Families can also take part in JPPM’s new monthly scavenger hunt, held at the Patterson House and Gardens. Participants can collect stamps each month through October, with a prize awarded for completing the full series. The hunt adds an interactive twist to the event and encourages families to return throughout the season.
Traffic Advisory
JPPM will be closed to the public until 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, June 1, to allow time for event setup and safety preparations. Visitors are asked to plan accordingly and arrive after the park reopens.
Upcoming June Programs at JPPM
Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum offers hands-on, family-friendly experiences year-round, and June is packed with opportunities to explore nature, art, history and outdoor recreation:
Art in the Garden – June 7, 9 a.m.–2 p.m.
Watercolor workshop and garden tour with artist Mary Ellen Carsley. Fee: $40, or $36 for Friends of JPPM. Pre-registration required.
History Walk ‘n’ Talk: Along the River’s Edge – June 7, 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Explore riverside habitats and human history. Free; no registration required.
Patuxent River Wade-In – June 8, 1 p.m.
Step into the river and help check water clarity while raising awareness about the Patuxent’s health. Admission is free.
JPPM Explorers – June 10, 10–11 a.m.
Storytime and crafts for ages 2–5. Pre-registration recommended. Free.
Painting with Primitive Pigments – June 18, 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Drop-in art workshop using natural materials. Ages 9 and up. Free; no registration required.
Village Days – June 21, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Hands-on exploration of fire-making, pottery and other Native skills. Free, drop-in.
Backyard Games – June 22, 1–4 p.m.
Colonial-to-modern game day for all ages at Patterson House. Free, drop-in.
Kayaking Through Time – June 28, 10 a.m.–noon
Guided paddle along the Patuxent and St. Leonard Creek. $30 with JPPM kayak; $25 if bringing your own. Friends discounts apply—registration required.
For full event listings and registration, visit: https://jefpat.maryland.gov/Pages/events/annual-events.aspx
Location:
Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum
10515 Mackall Road, St. Leonard, MD 20685
For more information, call 410-586-8538 or visit jefpat.maryland.gov
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