Pettibone Farm facts for kids
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| Location | Old Cheshire Rd., Lanesborough, Massachusetts |
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| Area | 4 acres (1.6 ha) |
| Built | c. 1789 |
| Architectural style | Georgian; Federal |
| NRHP reference No. | 90001944 |
| Added to NRHP | January 4, 1991 |
Pettibone Farm is a very old and special farm located in Lanesborough, Massachusetts. It started way back in the late 1780s! This farm is a great example of what a rural farm complex looked like in the 1800s. What makes it even more unique is that one family owned it for a very long time. Today, Pettibone Farm is home to Camp Mohawk, a popular summer camp. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1991 because of its important history.
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Exploring Pettibone Farm's History
Pettibone Farm is found in eastern Lanesborough. Most of its 90 acres (about 36 hectares) are between Old Cheshire Road and Chesire Reservoir. This farm has a rich history, showing how people lived and worked many years ago.
The Historic Farmhouse and Buildings
The main building on the property is the farmhouse. Jonathan Pettibone built this house around 1789. Over the years, it was changed a bit, especially in the 1800s. However, it still looks much like it did when it was first built. It shows off old styles called Georgian and Federal architecture.
Near the house, you can find two barns from the 1800s. Their outside looks mostly the same as it did long ago. Inside, they have been updated to be used for the summer camp activities.
Who Lived at Pettibone Farm?
This farm was once the home of Jonathan Pettibone. He was an important leader in Lanesborough during the American Revolution. Pettibone bought the land in 1768. The farmhouse was built around 1789. It might have been built by Jonathan or his son, Amos, who took over the farm.
The Pettibone family owned the farm until 1865. Then, it was sold to the Jenks family. The Jenks family kept the farm for many years, into the 1900s. After a few other owners, the Schulman family bought the property.
Pettibone Farm Today: Camp Mohawk
The Schulman family now runs Camp Mohawk on the farm. This means a historic place is still being used and enjoyed today! It's a great example of how old buildings can find new life.
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