Mark your calendars for our 2nd annual Pumpkin Stem event!

2nd Annual
Pumpkin Stem

A pumpkin-powered fling into fall

Come out to Carriage House for The Second Annual “Pumpkin STEM” fundraiser, where we launch pumpkins with our giant, homemade trebuchet. It’s a sight you have to see! 

There will also be food, drinks, vendors, and plus other activities (such as pumpkin painting!). Be a part of Lawrenceburg’s best family friendly, fun, fall tradition.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1ST ∙ 11-6p

Event Details

Date:
Saturday, November 1, 2025

Location: 
Carriage House Farm
2872 Lawrenceburg Rd North Bend, OH 45052

Time:
11AM – 6PM

Price:
General Admission is FREE

Join us for the second annual “Pumpkin STEM” fundraiser, hosted by the Archaeological Research Institute (ARI).  

Things to do:
Launch a pumpkin with our trebuchet! + Vendors + Demonstrations + Food + Drinks + Decorate your own pumpkin + Family Friendly

You are welcome to bring your pumpkins (must be small to medium size pumpkins)

What to Expect: Activites and vendors galore

The Pumpkin STEM Festival is back—and bigger than ever! This free, family-friendly event brings together the best of hands-on science, ancient technology, and seasonal fun.

Enjoy an immersive day of:

  • Trebuchet Pumpkin Launches
    • Full size and kid-safe
    • BYOP! Bring Your Own Pumpkin (small to medium) or purchase on-site
  • STEM-Inspired Activities for all ages
  • Engineering Competition – see how far your pumpkin can fly!
  • Historical Demonstrations – including flint knapping, blacksmithing, and Indigenous gardening
  • Artisan Marketplace – shop handmade goods from local makers
  • Food & Drink Vendors – seasonal snacks, farm-to-table treats, and more
  • Kids Zone – pumpkin decorating, crafts, and games
  • Atlatl Range – try your hand at ancient hunting techniques

Where pumpkins fly and Curiosity Soars

More than just a fall festival, Pumpkin STEM is a fundraiser supporting ARI’s Experimental Archaeology and Land Stewardship programs. Your participation helps preserve the past, protect the land, and inspire future scientists and innovators.

Presented by the Archaeological Research Institute (ARI)

The Archaeological Research Institute is a nonprofit dedicated to protecting and interpreting archaeological resources, fostering environmental stewardship, and providing immersive learning opportunities that connect the past to the present.

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