Total Solar Eclipse Farm Dinner – April 8, 2024

Total Solar Eclipse Farm Dinner – April 8, 2024

Our farm is located in Historic Golconda, Illinois and we are delighted to offer a 4 course “Farm Dinner” dining experience during the Total Solar Eclipse of 2024 where you’ll gather in our farm fields, enjoy appetizers, beverages, view the eclipse, take in the farm ambiance and then sit down for an unforgettable experience.

Total Solar Eclipse of 2024 in Southern Illinois

Total Solar Eclipse of 2024 in Southern Illinois

Did you know that The Ryder Family Farm is again right in the path of 100% totality for the April 8th, 2024 solar eclipse? That is right! The historic river town of Golconda, Illinois is one of the Southern Illinois cities along the route of 

Paint Your Own Barn Quilt and Goat Mingle Session.

Paint Your Own Barn Quilt and Goat Mingle Session.

Join us on the Ryder Family Farm to paint your own Barn Quilt. This a fun outdoor event in the heart of the Shawnee National Forest to get you in the fall spirit. Design and paint your unique Barn Quilt to take home and enjoy! 

On the Farm Paint Class & Mingle Session, Golconda, IL

On the Farm Paint Class & Mingle Session, Golconda, IL

Join us on the Ryder Family Farm for a beginner paint class lead by a local artist out in our pastures. Take in all the serenity of the farm while you paint your own farm masterpiece with expert instruction. Afterwards, spend some time in our 

Goat Yoga in Southern Illinois!

Goat Yoga in Southern Illinois!

The Ryder Family Farm welcomes yogis and animal lovers to their pastures for a Goat Yoga experience. Goat Yoga brings yogis and animal lovers in contact with goats for uplifting the spirit and relaxing the mind and body. You don’t need to have any previous yoga experience to enjoy this class, yet even the most experienced yogis will find a fun challenge if they desire. Read more…