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The Carroll County Farm Museum
The Carroll County Farm Museum, located in Westminster, Maryland, provides the public with the opportunity to experience mid-nineteenth Century rural life. The Carroll County Farm Museum, the first of its kind in Maryland, opened its doors to the public for the first time on August 13, 1966. The Museum grounds include original farm structures, such as the Farmhouse, built in 1852-53, and a bank barn. Other buildings include a Smokehouse, Broom Shop, Saddlery, Springhouse, Living History Center, Wagon Shed, General Store exhibit, and a One-room Schoolhouse. Period artifacts and antiques complete the rural experience for visitors. A guided tour through the seven decorated rooms in the Farmhouse is provided . The Showcase and Bowfront China Closet in the Farmhouse feature special and interesting collections for viewing. A self-guided walking tour pamphlet and signs provide the visitor with information in the various outbuildings. Present exhibits support the Museum by presenting artifacts with appropriate interpretation, both to show how they once looked, and how they were utilized by farmers and their families in the history of agriculture in Carroll County. Visitors are given the opportunity to explore the Museum's collections of horse-powered machines and farm implements used for plowing, planting, and harvesting during the 19th Century. The Museum Gift Shop sells items handcrafted by Farm Museum artisans, souvenirs, candies, gifts and collectibles, stuffed animals, and much more. Special events have been a major attraction to specialized audiences as well as being educational. A children's play area is available on the property where youngsters can enjoy outdoor beauty of the Museum grounds. A croquet lawn, a fish pond, and an heirloom garden are some recent additions to the Museum grounds. Rental facilities are available for meetings, company picnics, family reunions, weddings, and receptions. Schools from Maryland and surrounding areas are encouraged to bring students to the Museum on field trips, affording them the opportunity to learn outside a classroom setting. For more information, visit www.carrollcountyfarmmuseum.org Carroll County Farm Museum |
