Great Escape: Queens County Farm Museum

Borough residents in need of a respite from the hustle and bustle of the city should head to the Queens County Farm Museum this weekend for a day of fun and relaxation in a tranquil agrarian environment.

The museum is home to New York City’s largest remaining tract of undisturbed farmland and is the only one of its kind operating in the five boroughs. Established in 1697, the farm is the longest continuously farmed site in the state.

The 47-acre parcel of land includes historic farm buildings, a greenhouse complex, livestock, farm vehicles and implements, planting fields, an orchard and a garden, where visitors can hand select all natural organic herbs grown on the farm.

In addition to all of its natural beauty, the farm also hosts events throughout the summer that feature local music, entertainment and refreshments.

This weekend, the museum is hosting the 33rd Annual Thunderbird American Indian Mid-Summer Pow Wow.

The three-day event, which is the city's oldest and largest pow wow, will exhibit intertribal dances in a competition featuring more than 40 Native American nations.

The competition will be held in the apple orchards on the farm ground on July 29, 30 and 31. There will also be a large selection of quality Native American arts, crafts, jewelry and food available for purchase.

Adult admission is $10, while children ages 12 and below will pay $5. All-weekend passes are $15 for adults and $7 for children.

The museum is located at 73-50 Little Neck Parkway.

On Friday, gates open at 6 p.m. and the performances run from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. On Saturday, performances are scheduled from noon to 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday hours are noon to 5 p.m.

For more information on this and other events at the Queens County Farm Museum, call 718-347-3276 or visit their website.