- This event was part of EcoFest 2026 and has passed.
Candle making
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- Thu 9 April 11:00 am to 11:30 am
- Thu 16 April 11:00 am to 11:30 am
About this Event
Step back in time at Historical Village, when everything was homemade and homegrown and sustainability was a way of life.
Get an insight into the work done every day in the 1800s and early 20th century.
Discover historical methods of candle-making in a hands-on demonstration with a costumed guide. Meet the bees at the hives and learn about their importance as pollinators. Make your own candle from a beeswax sheet!
Explore 30 historic buildings and the beautiful heritage gardens on the 7 acre site. With outdoor games and crafts to entertain the young ones. Bring a picnic or grab something from the Homestead café. Make a day of it!
$6 per person. Admission to the Village: adult $16, senior/student $14, child $8, family $44, child under 5 – free. Open 10am-4pm
Cost: $14