Ardenwood Historic Farm

Ardenwood Historic Farm We demonstrate how farms provide vital resources, drive innovation, and bring communities together.
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George Washington Patterson came west in 1849 to seek his fortune in the goldfields of California. Instead he "struck gold" in the fertile farm fields of southern Alameda County. This farm was originally owned by the George & Clara Patterson family from the 1850s. It was turned over to the City of Fremont in 1978, and the East Bay Regional Park District has operated the property as a fully functio

ning, turn-of-the-last-century farm since 1985. A visit here is a journey back to the time of the 1850s Patterson Ranch--a prosperous, 19th-century country estate with a beautiful Victorian mansion and elaborate Victorian Gardens. The farm still grows the same kind of produce that was grown in the region in the last 100 years, utilizing agricultural practices from the 1870s to the present, demonstrating the transition from horse-powered to horsepower farming. The interpretive staff and volunteers, attired in Victorian clothing, guide guests through the Victorian house, demonstrate farm chores, and explain what life was like in the early 1900s. From December to mid-February monarch butterflies overwinter here.

🍂As the fall season nears its end, Historic Season on the farm is also quickly coming to a close. Don't miss out on our ...
11/16/2024

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As the fall season nears its end, Historic Season on the farm is also quickly coming to a close. Don't miss out on our last historic season opportunities including complimentary Patterson House tours and Train Rides!

🏠Last day for Patterson House tours: Sunday, November 17th
đźš‚Last day for Train Rides: Sunday November 24th

*Please note that these activities are only available Thursday, Friday, and Sunday.

Come join us on the farm for our November Weekend programs!
11/01/2024

Come join us on the farm for our November Weekend programs!

10/31/2024

Trick or Treat? Our cows may be unsure, but our chickens got it right. Pumpkins are excellent treats for livestock. These tasty gourds are rich in vitamins and minerals. Plus, their seeds can help prevent worms in some animals!

Our programs for October
10/01/2024

Our programs for October

09/30/2024
You can help protect monarchs! Become a Community Scientist, trained by monarch experts to count and record observations...
09/12/2024

You can help protect monarchs! Become a Community Scientist, trained by monarch experts to count and record observations (4+ times late Oct-Jan) at one or more overwintering sites in the East Bay, including here at Ardenwood.
PRE-REQUISITE: Must participate in Xerces Society’s Virtual Training prior to attending an in-person field visit. https://westernmonarchcount.org/training-videos/
Field Training will be held at various East Bay Locations throughout the season.
Ages 18 and up. Free.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Contact Susan Ramos at [email protected] or 510-544-3182.

Pop-up Bird Walk this Saturday, Sept 14, 8-9:30amFall migration has brought many interesting birds to the farm, so we're...
09/12/2024

Pop-up Bird Walk this Saturday, Sept 14, 8-9:30am
Fall migration has brought many interesting birds to the farm, so we're adding a early entrance opportunity just for birders. Meet at the main entrance and bring your binoculars.

Here's our schedule for September.
09/10/2024

Here's our schedule for September.

Programs for Sunday, September 1Wake Up the Farm 10:30-11amWonderful Wool 11am-noonHarvest Traditions 1:30-2:30pmAnimal ...
08/27/2024

Programs for Sunday, September 1
Wake Up the Farm 10:30-11am
Wonderful Wool 11am-noon
Harvest Traditions 1:30-2:30pm
Animal Feeding 3pm
Blacksmithing 10am-3:30pm
Train Rides 10:15am-3:15pm
House Tours 11am-2:30pm

Programs for Saturday, August 31Birds of the Farm - 8-9:30amMeet the Chickens 10:30-11amThe Little Red Hen 12:30-1:30pmL...
08/26/2024

Programs for Saturday, August 31
Birds of the Farm - 8-9:30am
Meet the Chickens 10:30-11am
The Little Red Hen 12:30-1:30pm
Learn the Ropes 2-2:30pm
Animal Feeding 3pm

Programs for Sunday, August 25Meet the Chickens 10:30-11amBuild a Beehouse 11:30am-12:30pmFarmyard Games 1:30-2:30pmAnim...
08/21/2024

Programs for Sunday, August 25
Meet the Chickens 10:30-11am
Build a Beehouse 11:30am-12:30pm
Farmyard Games 1:30-2:30pm
Animal Feeding 3pm
Train Rides 10:15am-3:15pm
House Tours 11am-2:30pm
No Blacksmith today

Programs for Saturday, August 24Farm Chores for Kids 10:30-11amCorn Mosaics 11:30am-12:30pmOld-fashioned Games 1:30-2:30...
08/20/2024

Programs for Saturday, August 24
Farm Chores for Kids 10:30-11am
Corn Mosaics 11:30am-12:30pm
Old-fashioned Games 1:30-2:30pm
Animal Feeding 3pm

Bob, our Blacksmith, will be on vacation this week. He will be back at the forge on Thursday, August 29.
08/19/2024

Bob, our Blacksmith, will be on vacation this week. He will be back at the forge on Thursday, August 29.

Programs for Sunday, August 18Farmyard Storytime 10:30-11amOld-fashioned Ice Cream Making 11:30am-12:30pmClothespin Doll...
08/16/2024

Programs for Sunday, August 18
Farmyard Storytime 10:30-11am
Old-fashioned Ice Cream Making 11:30am-12:30pm
Clothespin Dolls 1:30-2:30pm
Animal Feeding 3pm
Blacksmithing 10am-3:30pm
Train Rides 10:15am-3:15pm
Patterson House Tours 11am-2pm

Address

34600 Ardenwood Boulevard
Fremont, CA
94555

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+15105442797

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Cutting and binding this year's wheat crop with early 20th century equipment

Newborn Gotland lambs with mom Sigrid.

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