The Gray/Campbell Farmstead
In Nathaniel Green Park
2400 S. Scenic [map
& satellite photo]
Coordinates: 37.172542,-93.325692
Season: Apr – Sept.
Hours: Weekends 1pm – 4:30pm during the season.
Admission:
Free
Adventure Notes:
We found this historic location while visiting the
Japanese Stroll Garden. As soon as we got there, Jeremiah saw the
locked doors and said, "I can’t believe they’re closed!" I had no idea
what he was talking about. Turns out he was right. If we had showed
up on a weekend we would have been greeted by costumed guides presenting the
history of the farmstead. I guess we’ll have to go back so we can update you.
Quick Description:
"The home of John Polk Campbell, nephew and namesake of the founder of Springfield, MO. The farmstead includes the 1856 house, detached log kitchen, log granary, two-crib barns and family cemetery."
More Info:
Friends of The
Gray/Campbell Farmstead
THE GRAY-CAMPBELL HOUSE SAGA
Events:
SHEEP AND WOOL DAY
JUNE 12, 1-6 PM.
Fiber arts festival featuring sheep shearing, stock dog demonstrations, fiber crafts, music, and games.
Christine and I have been there when it was open. It is pretty cool to go and look around. But I like the stroll gardens better.
Comment by Judi — May 9, 2005 @ 8:00 am