What and where is the Stewart Farm?
The Stewart Farm was settled in the 1880's along the Nicomekl River on what is now Crescent Road in Surrey (on your way to Crescent Beach from the highway) in the Elgin Heritage Park. It was operated for 60 years as a hay farm and the farmhouse is a wonderful example of Victorian rural architecture. It has be completely restored and furnished to offer its' visitors a glimpse back in time to the days of horse drawn farm tools, hand churned butter and wood stove cooking. Guided tours are offered by staff and volunteers dressed in Victorian costume of the furnished farmhouse, pole barn with agricultural tools and machinery, boathouse, threshing shed, root cellar, and heritage gardens and orchard.
Apple Day - September 25th, 2010
If you have never been to the Stewart Farm then September 25th would be a great time to visit and celebrate the fall harvest. Tour the farm's orchard and learn about heritage varieties of apples, taste samples, and watch cider press demonstrations. Bring your questions to Master Gardeners, learn about grafting, and purchase fruit trees and fresh honey.
From 12 noon - 4:00 pm
With Suggested admission of:
Adults: $5, Seniors & Students: $3.75
Child & Youth: $2.50, 5 and Under: Free
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