Autumn Holiday at Melstedgård

During the autumn holiday, Melstedgård offers workshops and activities for the whole family. Come and learn something new, try traditional crafts, and enjoy cozy moments in authentic surroundings.

The program is preliminary. Some activities require advance registration and a separate payment, while others are included with admission.

Monday, October 12

All day: Hunting theme and pigeon-shooting simulator at the farm

Try “shooting at pigeons” in a fun and safe way. Do you have a good eye for the target, or will you need a few attempts before hitting the mark? Registration is not required.

Tuesday, October 13

10:00–11:30 a.m. and 12:30–2:00 p.m.: Embroidery workshop in the farmhouse

Try your hand at working with a needle, thread, and small stitches. The workshop is for beginners and children of all ages. Reserve your place by emailing akp@bornholmsmuseum.dk. Pay at Skafferiet.

10:00 a.m.: Slaughtering in the farmyard

See how farm animals were slaughtered on a Bornholm farm in the old days.

11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.: Potato rösti over an open fire

Make and taste crispy potato rösti cooked over the fire in the field. Registration is not required.

1:00–3:00 p.m.: Fermentation workshop in Madkulturhuset

Learn how to ferment seasonal vegetables and find inspiration for making flavorful, long-lasting products at home. Registration is not required. Pay at Skafferiet.

Wednesday, October 14

10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.: Bobbin lace workshop

Try the traditional craft of bobbin lace and learn the basic techniques. Reserve your place by emailing akp@bornholmsmuseum.dk. Pay at Skafferiet.

1:00–3:00 p.m.: Willow weaving workshop

Learn to weave with willow and make your own small woven item under expert guidance. Reserve your place by emailing akp@bornholmsmuseum.dk. Pay at Skafferiet.

Thursday, October 15

10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.: From sheep to dyed yarn

Follow wool’s journey from sheep to dyed yarn and try some of the processes yourself. Registration is not required.

11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.: Potato rösti over an open fire

Make and taste crispy potato rösti cooked over the fire in the field. Registration is not required.

11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.: Mustard workshop

Make your own mustard. Registration is not required. Pay at Skafferiet.

Friday, October 16

10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.: From sheep to dyed yarn

Follow wool’s journey from sheep to dyed yarn and try some of the processes yourself. Registration is not required.

11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.: Butter-making workshop in the farmhouse

Learn to make your own butter and discover traditional dairy practices. Registration is not required. Pay at Skafferiet.

1:00–3:00 p.m.: Potato chip workshop in Madkulturhuset

Learn to make your own potato chips with fresh herbs and experiment with different flavor combinations. Registration is not required. Pay at Skafferiet.

Saturday, October 17

10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.: Knitting workshop

Learn basic knitting techniques or find inspiration for your next project. Reserve your place by emailing akp@bornholmsmuseum.dk.

Throughout the week – Monday through Saturday

Make your own turnip lantern

Make your own turnip lantern and take it home. An autumn activity for children and adults, inspired by old harvest traditions.