The Friends of Valley Falls, Inc. Vernon CT

The Friends of Valley Falls, Inc. Vernon CT Friends of Valley Falls, Inc. is a private non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, founded in 1972. Our purpose is to be responsible owners of VF Farm.

Those who have been to the Heritage Center may notice that the historic Springville Mill bell in front of the stable has...
06/24/2026

Those who have been to the Heritage Center may notice that the historic Springville Mill bell in front of the stable has gotten an upgrade. The old mounting base (at right) has been replaced with a sturdier version. A new concrete pad and foundation ensures many more years of safe bell ringing. Manufactured in New York, for many years the bell topped Rockville’s Springville Mill. In the 1960s, Bernice and Peter Darico added to their bell collection by installing the circa-1880 bell on the hillside overlooking the farm. Come check out the bell and the many other historic items found on the property this Sunday, June 28. The Heritage Center and Museum is open 1-4 pm, with a guided tour at 2 pm. Free admission; located at 345 Valley Falls Road.

HAPPY FATHER’S DAY! A dad is someone who wants to catch you when you fall. Instead he picks you up, brushes you off and...
06/21/2026

HAPPY FATHER’S DAY!
A dad is someone who wants to catch you when you fall. Instead he picks you up, brushes you off and lets you try again.” — Unknown

06/21/2026

Nice partnership exhibit at Arts Center East with the New England Civil War Museum!

A fun update to our next open house at Valley Falls Farm and Heritage Center: members of the Wethersfield Art League, Pl...
06/18/2026

A fun update to our next open house at Valley Falls Farm and Heritage Center: members of the Wethersfield Art League, Plein Air Painters Group, will be painting on-site at the Heritage Center on June 28 and capturing some of the beautiful scenery the farm offers. The artists will also be selling some of their artwork, which will be exhibited in the Red Barn Welcome Center. Hope you can join us between 1-4 pm to visit the Heritage Center and the artists. Self tours of the museum buildings throughout the afternoon, with a guided tour at 2 pm. Free admission, park at the red barn, 345 Valley Falls Road or walk up from the park.

Rick Murray of Jukebox Repairman was at the stable recently to fine-tune the vintage jukebox that is part of the history...
06/17/2026

Rick Murray of Jukebox Repairman was at the stable recently to fine-tune the vintage jukebox that is part of the history of the Heritage Center. The Darico family, owners of the farm before selling it to the Friends of Valley Falls in 2001, grew up on the property and enjoyed having parties in the stable. Members of the police and fire departments were often at these parties, and the jukebox provided plenty of lively music. When the Heritage Center buildings are open, you can often hear the jukebox playing records from the ’50s, and all the way up to the ’80s.

These dusty red blooms provide a bit of color in front of the stable at Valley Falls Farm and Heritage Center. The stabl...
06/15/2026

These dusty red blooms provide a bit of color in front of the stable at Valley Falls Farm and Heritage Center. The stable includes three stalls and each one contains found items, photos and story boards that tell the story of three families that once lived on this gentleman’s farm: Munchow, Beach, and the Darico families.

Seeing lots of familiar faces! Looks like a great hike. And as always, a huge thank you to the Vernon Greenways voluntee...
06/14/2026

Seeing lots of familiar faces! Looks like a great hike. And as always, a huge thank you to the Vernon Greenways volunteers who help keep our trails looking good! #

Thank you to everyone who stopped by today to visit the Valley Falls Heritage Center! So fun meeting people and sharing ...
06/14/2026

Thank you to everyone who stopped by today to visit the Valley Falls Heritage Center! So fun meeting people and sharing the fascinating history of this Gentleman’s Farm. Hope you can join the Friends of Valley Falls at our next open day, Sunday, June 28. The buildings will be open 1-4 pm, with a guided tour at 2 pm. Today’s tour, provided by FVF Board Member Karen Prewo, focused on three families that lived on the property between 1910 and the turn of the century, and their contributions to the Valley Falls area.

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345 Valley Falls Road
Vernon, CT
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