Evening at Dudley Farm & Dessert Gala

18730 West Newberry Road
Newberry, FL
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Evening at Dudley Farm & Dessert Gala

EVENING AT DUDLEY & DESSERT GALA
Date: Saturday, April 18, 2009. 5:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m.
Description: This gala event is a chance to experience the evening atmosphere of the historic Dudley farmstead and enjoy homemade desserts and the full spring blooming of the gardens. There will be music in the evening air and good conversation while strolling through the rose garden or walking through the 100 year old pear orchard.

Sponsored by the Friends of Dudley Farm. Proceeds go towards special projects to support the farm.

For more information and to purchase tickets call 352-472-2004 or 352-2059.

Fees: $25.00 per couple, $15.00 single ticket.

The Historic Dudley Farm is a working farm demonstrating the agricultural history of Florida during the 19th and 20th centuries. The farm rests on approximately 2,598 acres and consists of 18 buildings. Park staff members in period clothing perform daily chores, raising crops, and tending to livestock. The farm features seasonal cane grindings, corn shuckings, and heritage varieties of livestock and plants. Deer, wild turkeys, gopher tortoises, and bluebirds are still seen in the fields. The park has a visitor center, picnic area, and nature trail. Self-guided tours are available Wednesday through Sunday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Group tours can be reserved one month in advance. Smoking and pets are not allowed at the farmstead.