Spring on the Farm

at Watkins Woolen Mill State Historic Site

5/16/2026 | Watkins Mill State Park and Watkins Woolen Mill State Historic Site | Lawson, Mo.

Come celebrate the arrival of spring at Watkins Mill State Park and Watkins Woolen Mill State Historic Site. 

This year’s Spring on the Farm event will feature hands-on activities with the Greater Kansas City Master Gardeners in the Watkins heirloom garden, as well as other demonstrations on the back porch of the Watkins home. The historic Mount Vernon Church and the octagonal Franklin School will be open during the event. Admission to the event is free and open to the public. Mill tours will be available for $5 per person. 

Event timeS:

  • Start: noon
  • End: 4 p.m.

Contact Information for Watkins Mill State Park and Watkins Woolen Mill State Historic Site:

  • Address: 26600 Park Road N.
  • Phone number: 816-580-3387