2019 Events
Need a Private Tour of the Hull Family Home & Farmstead?
Private tours available upon request. Please call (716) 390-3917 to arrange - $10 per person
Get the behind the scenes view of the historic Hull's homestead - home of Revolutionary War veteran Warren Hull, his wife Polly and their children.
Irish Tea
March 10th
A tradition at Hull House as we welcome the beginning of Spring with lots of mouth watering treats. It is a favorite event for our tea lovers! By paid reservation only. Reservations open February 10. Two seatings - 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM
Call (716) 741-7032 to make Reservations $25 per person.
Open to the Public
noon - 4 PM
Saturday, May 4th
Mothers Day Tea
Sunday, May 5th
Join us for Polly Hull's Tea party and enjoy savory & sweet offerings, tea sandwiches, desserts and, of course, Tea. Tours of the historic house between noon & 4 PM included. By paid reservation only. Reservations open April 5.
Two seatings - 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM Call (716) 741-7032 to make Reservations $25 per person.
Open to the Public
noon - 4 PM
Saturday, May 18th
Open to the Public
noon - 4 PM
Saturday, June 8th
Meet Our Past Tour
Sunday, June 9th
Meet characters from the past – Some you know, while others are little known, but all had a story – hear compelling tales – Stories of people who had an impact on the development of Western New York and who shaped our history.
Erastus Granger - appointed by President Jefferson as Indian Agent, he defended Black Rock along with Red Jacket and the Senecas in the War of 1812 - Joseph Ellicott, agent for Holland Land Investors - Cyrenius Chapin, defender of Buffalo that fateful day in December 1813 - Mrs. Saint John, who stood up to the British that cold December night in 1813 pleading to be spared - Jesse Hawley, with his vision of a grand canal across New York State - and others! By reservation only. Call (716) 741-7032 $12 per person
Open to the Public
noon - 4 PM
Saturday, June 22nd
Petpalooza
Sunday, June 30th
Animal adoption event with vendors, huge basket raffle, and chicken BBQ. All proceeds benefit NYS Citizens Against Puppy Mills and Hull Family Home & Farmstead. Contact Jeanette at (716) 681-3966 or jcdickinson66@yahoo.com for more information.
Open to the Public
noon - 4 PM
Saturday, July 13th
Open to the Public
noon - 4 PM
Saturday, July 27th
History Camp for Kids
July 29th – August 2nd
Fifth through seventh graders experience five days of life in the early 1800's on a Western New York homestead. Learn local Native American history & culture, daily household chores & participate in an archaeological dig. Play historic games, interact with re-enactors from the Revolutionary War and War of 1812, take a nature walk, learn historic trades and prepare and enjoy a meal cooked over an open fire & more!
Call Suzanne Jacobs at (716) 681-5494, or email at sjacobs@hullfamilyhome.com $150 per camper.
Revolutionary War Living History
August 17 & 18
The Revolutionary War comes alive as soldiers set up camp, drill and skirmish at the Hull Farmstead. British and American forces demonstrate tactics and drill. Women of the era engage in cooking and camp chores. Early crafts and games for kids. Children learn of our nations; struggle for independence. Adults $5 Ages 8-14 $2 Under 8 with adult - free
Pig n Pint Fundraiser
Wednesday, August 7th
Our major summer fundraiser with BBQ & local brewery beer tasting. Raffles & live music. A wonderful way to spend a summer evening in our garden and support Hull Family Home & Farmstead at the same time! Reservations open July 7 Call 716 741-7032 $35 per person
Open to the Public
noon - 4 PM
Saturday, August 17th
Girls & Their Doll's Garden Party
TBD August
Come join us for every little girl's dream tea party – with her special friend, as we present a 'day in the garden' for girls and their dolls. Our garden will be in bloom & decorated, along with a fairy treasure hunt & more! Our photographer will be on hand to capture special moments for you. A delightful lunch will be served. Pre-paid reservations only. Reservations will open early July. Check website in Spring for phone number or call 716 837-0893 for more information.
Open to the Public
noon - 4 PM
Saturday, August 31st
Hull Farmstead Heritage Days
September 7th & 8th
A wonderful experience for the whole family! Indoor & outdoor activities depicting life in the early1800's. Spinning, Weaving, Woodworking, Cooking, Blacksmith, Tinsmith, and much more. VISIT and LEARN with demonstrators – TRY your hand at some of the skills. Adults $5 Ages 8-14 $2 Under 8 with adult free 10:00 AM – 4 PM
Open to the Public
noon - 4 PM
Saturday, September 14th
Civil War Lantern Tour
Saturday, September 21st
“Women of the Civil War”- all new tour! Meet women who played a part in America's struggle to preserve the Union - Some you may know, and others are less well known, but all had a role to play and made an impact. Clara Barton, Harriet Tubman, Mother Bickerdyke, Dr. Mary Walker and others.
Open to the Public
noon - 4 PM
Saturday, September 28th
1812 Regency Night Fundraiser
Saturday, October 26th
This unique event at the 20th Century Club is our biggest and best fundraiser of the year. Participate in parlor games. Enjoy beautiful music, partake of spirits, fine fare and hors d'oeuvres, and desserts a-plenty. Bid on select auction items, enjoy the company of friends. If adventurous, attend in period garb! All proceeds benefit the Hull Family Home & Farmstead. Rub elbows with past Presidents! Saturday, October 27, 6 PM - 9 PM $60 per person - $50 per member. Please purchase tickets online or call (716) 837-0893 for more information.
Christmas Tea
Sunday, December 8th
Begin the Christmas Season with a delightful afternoon with family and friends. Enjoy tasty holiday treats with festive decor and warm hospitality. After tea, tour the historic house right next door. 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM Call (716) 741-7032 for prepaid reservations - $25 per person.