Pleasures & Pastimes

Pleasures & Pastimes

Step back in time and enjoy the simple joys of summer! During Pleasures and Pastimes, you’ll experience classic outdoor and indoor games, charming picnics, elegant tea parties, village gossip, performances and dances at the theatre, story time, scarecrow decorating, and the highlight on Saturday: a lively historical baseball game where our visitors and villagers become […]

Pleasures & Pastimes

Pleasures & Pastimes

Step back in time and enjoy the simple joys of summer! During Pleasures and Pastimes, you’ll experience classic outdoor and indoor games, charming picnics, elegant tea parties, village gossip, performances and dances at the theatre, story time, scarecrow decorating, and the highlight on Saturday: a lively historical baseball game where our visitors and villagers become […]

Candlemaking Workshop

Step back in time at our candle-making workshop in a historic village! From wax to wick, learn the art of candle-making as you craft your own unique candles with expert guidance. An interpreter will share the fascinating history of candle-making techniques while you mold and shape your creations. Leave with a handmade keepsake to brighten […]

Emancipation Day Weekend

Emancipation Day Weekend

On August 1, 1834, slavery was abolished in British North America and other British colonies, freeing enslaved people in Canada. This weekend, we will mark Emancipation Day and focus on the Gordon House and Black history in New Brunswick in partnership with the New Brunswick Black History Society. Underground Railroad code songs: Friday at 2pm; Saturday […]

Emancipation Day Weekend

Emancipation Day Weekend

On August 1, 1834, slavery was abolished in British North America and other British colonies, freeing enslaved people in Canada. This weekend, we will mark Emancipation Day and focus on the Gordon House and Black history in New Brunswick in partnership with the New Brunswick Black History Society. Underground Railroad code songs: Friday at 2pm; Saturday […]

Emancipation Day Weekend

Emancipation Day Weekend

On August 1, 1834, slavery was abolished in British North America and other British colonies, freeing enslaved people in Canada. This weekend, we will mark Emancipation Day and focus on the Gordon House and Black history in New Brunswick in partnership with the New Brunswick Black History Society. Underground Railroad code songs: Friday at 2pm; Saturday […]

New Brunswick Day

Step into New Brunswick's history! On August 4, admission is free at Kings Landing. Learn old New Brunswick slang while you're here at the Lower Pokiok Superior School. Experience the beauty, landscape and culture of Kings Landing and meet our villagers! Open from 10am to 5pm

The Afternoon Serenade

The Afternoon Serenade

Join us for a lively weekend filled with the sounds and sights of days gone by! Enjoy toe-tapping tunes, spirited dancing, and charming theatrical performances. With music around every corner, interactive games, and songs for all ages, The Afternoon Serenade promises fun, laughter, and a touch of nostalgia 🎶🎭 Meet villagers and our wonderful partners this weekend: Frantically […]

The Afternoon Serenade

The Afternoon Serenade

Join us for a lively weekend filled with the sounds and sights of days gone by! Enjoy toe-tapping tunes, spirited dancing, and charming theatrical performances. Featuring Frantically Atlantic, Tom Richards, and Highland Dancers! With music around every corner, interactive games, and songs for all ages, The Afternoon Serenade promises fun, laughter, and a touch of […]

Rug Hooking Workshop

Join us for a hands-on rug hooking workshop at the Joslin Farm! Discover the rich history of rug hooking in the region while learning this timeless craft. Our expert instructors will guide you through the process, from technique to tradition, as you create your own unique design. Don’t miss this chance to experience history up […]

Simeon Jones’ Birthday

Happy 197th birthday to Simeon Jones! Born on August 23, 1828, Jones was a famous brewer and a popular mayor of Saint John from 1881 to 1884.Did you know that the Jones House was deconstructed at its original location and rebuilt, stone by stone, at Kings Landing? Join us for this celebration by having a […]

Reflector Oven and Open Hearth Cooking Workshop

Experience the flavors of history while gaining valuable cooking skills to bring home! Discover New Brunswick’s culinary history as you learn traditional cooking techniques using an open hearth and reflector oven. Expert interpreters will show you how to prepare and cook authentic dishes from the past. Price includes admission to Kings Landing and light refreshments. […]

Root Cellar and Preservation Workshop

Explore the art of food preservation at our historic village workshop! Learn about root cellars, traditional winter food storage, and New Brunswick’s culinary history. Through hands-on demonstrations, you’ll discover canning, pickling, and other preservation techniques used by early settlers. Gain practical skills while uncovering the fascinating methods that kept food fresh through the long winters. […]

Pass to the Past

Visit your local New Brunswick public library from September 2-14, 2025 to obtain a limited-time pass for one free entry to Kings Landing! With a valid library card and a pass, you will be granted a single entry into the Village from September 6-14, 2025. Kings Landing is open daily from 10 am to 5 […]

The Winter’s Storehouse

The Winter’s Storehouse

As the days grow shorter, it’s time to prepare for the cold ahead! Join us for The Winter’s Storehouse, a weekend devoted to the age-old traditions of putting food by and readying the home for winter. Help gather the last of the garden’s bounty, see the cellar stocked, and learn how families of the past […]

The Winter’s Storehouse

The Winter’s Storehouse

As the days grow shorter, it’s time to prepare for the cold ahead! Join us for The Winter’s Storehouse, a weekend devoted to the age-old traditions of putting food by and readying the home for winter. Help gather the last of the garden’s bounty, see the cellar stocked, and learn how families of the past […]

Build Your Own Toolbox Workshop

In this immersive workshop, participants will explore traditional woodworking techniques. Our skilled artisans will guide you through the process of carving and assembling your very own wooden toolbox — perfect for storing hand tools. Price: $50 for seasonpassholders and $60 for general public plus online booking fees (taxes, admission and supplies included).Workshops run from 1pm […]

Gentle Drawing Workshop with Artist in Residence Stephanie Weirathmueller ✍️

Drop-in to the Kings Landing Learning Centre anytime between 1-4pm on September 21 for a relaxed drawing session. You’ll work on a softly faded 4 × 6″ version of the finished image, making each stage – measuring, blocking, and shading – easy to follow. Stephanie guides the process while encouraging you to explore your own […]

Thanksgiving at the King’s Head Inn

Made with farm-fresh ingredients, time-honoured recipes and a sense of history unique to New Brunswick, Kings Landing’s Thanksgiving Dinners are back for the 2025 season. Gather your friends and family and come to the King’s Head Inn restaurant for an unforgettable dining experience! Details Enjoy a three-course Thanksgiving meal: Turkey: First Course: Cream of Turkey […]

Thanksgiving at the King’s Head Inn

Made with farm-fresh ingredients, time-honoured recipes and a sense of history unique to New Brunswick, Kings Landing’s Thanksgiving Dinners are back for the 2025 season. Gather your friends and family and come to the King’s Head Inn restaurant for an unforgettable dining experience! Details Enjoy a three-course Thanksgiving meal: Turkey: First Course: Cream of Turkey […]

Getting Here is Easy, Leaving is the Hard Part!

Kings Landing is nestled along New Brunswick’s history-rich Saint John River, 20 Minutes West of Fredericton. More…