Programs & Classes
A complete list of events and classes is also available on our Village Events Calendar.
Thursday Talks
Oct. 15, 2026, 2 p.m.
Thursday Talks Select Thursdays, 2pm THS Member: $10 | Non-member: $15 Ask us about our group rate for groups of 10 or more people! Scroll down to register. You can also call 248-524-3570 t...
Basic Blacksmithing Level 1
Oct. 17, 2026, 10 a.m.
Click here to learn about all of our blacksmithing classes! Blacksmithing is a physical art and safety is our number one priority. Students swing hammers, work with hot metal, and mov...
Historic Bread Making Class
Oct. 17, 2026, 10 a.m.
Historic Bread Making Class: Pretzels Saturday October 17, 10am-12:30pm THS Member $40 | Non-member: $48 Scroll down or click here to register. Join us for a hands-on baking workshop ...
Preservation Conversations
Oct. 19, 2026, 2 p.m.
Preservation Conversations Select Mondays, 2pm THS Member: FREE | Non-Member: $7 Scroll down or click here to register. Do you enjoy old houses, good stories, history, and great...
Trick-or-Treat: Under the Sea!
Oct. 23, 2026, 4 p.m.
Trick-or-Treat: Under the Sea! Friday October 23, 5pm – 8pm (Early Access at 4pm with Advance Registration) Saturday October 24, 11am – 1pm (Early Access at 10am with Advance Registration) Adv...
Blacksmithing Sampler
Oct. 28, 2026, 6:30 p.m.
Click here to learn about all of our blacksmithing classes! Blacksmithing is a physical art and safety is our number one priority. Students swing hammers, work with hot metal, and mov...
Live the Story
Nov. 10, 2026, 4:30 p.m.
Live the Story Tuesday November 10 | 4:30-6pm THS Member $8/person | Nonmember: $10/person Scroll down or click here to register. Bring your reading to life by putting yourself in the...
Members-Only Meetup: Nooks & Crannies of the Archives
Nov. 11, 2026, 5 p.m.
Members-Only Meetup: Nooks & Crannies of the Archives Wednesday November 11, 5-6:30pm FREE for THS Members! Scroll down or click here to register. Calling all members of the Tro...
Beginner’s Macrame Class
Nov. 16, 2026, 5:30 p.m.
Looking for our Village Crafting Circle? Click here! Beginner's Macrame Class Monday November 16, 5:30-7:30pm ǀ Ages 16 & older THS Member: $40/class ǀ Non-member: $48/class S...
Classics Book Club
Nov. 19, 2026, 5:30 p.m.
Classics Book Club Thursday November 19, 5:30-7pm FREE | Registration Required Click here to register with Troy Public Library Join Troy Public Library in the Niles-Barnard House at Tro...
More Programs & Classes
For information on our Thursday Open Lates, click here.
Grown-up Group Gathers
Explore history with your group! Schedule a presentation at your site for your next meeting, get-together, or resident activity. A variety of topics are available and can be combined with a vis...
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Summer Camp and Daycare Programs
To book a program for your summer camp or daycare, please call 248-524-3598 or email YPD@thvmail.org. Field Trip Options Adult chaperones are admitted free with summer camp or daycare groups. ...
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Educational Field Trips
School booking reservations for the 2026-2027 school year begin Wednesday August 12 at 10am. Please call the dedicated registration line 248-524-3598. Hours are Monday-Friday, 9:30am-3:30pm. ...
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Blacksmithing Classes
Learn the art of blacksmithing in our historic Wagon Shop! Beginner and intermediate classes are offered in the spring, summer, and fall. Coppersmithing workshops are offered in the summer. Scroll ...
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