Agricultural History Farm Park
18400
Muncaster Rd.
Derwood, MD 20855
301-948-5053
Directions to the Agricultural History Farm Park
Situated along Rock Creek in Derwood, Maryland, the Agricultural
History Farm Park is a 410-acre complex with a farmhouse,
barn, assorted farm buildings and an activity center.
To interpret past farming practices, 70 acres were set aside
as an historic area. The farmhouse is currently being furnished
to reflect the home of an average turn-of-the-century family. Programs to interpret the typical Montgomery County farmer's
lifestyle are planned for the future. Learn more about special historic events and information at the Ag Farm.
The Ag History Farm is also now available to rent for your special event! The Harvest Room, Meadows, and Bank Barn are all available for weddings, family reunions and parties of all kinds. Visit ParkEventCenters.com for rates, packages and all the details.
Today the Farm Park hosts seasonal festivals depicting farm life both past and present. It serves as the host site for the popular Harvest Festival which takes place every October. Other programs are scheduled by Meadowside Nature Center and the Friends of the Agricultural History Farm park throughout the year. For more information, call Meadowside Nature Center at 301-924-4141.
Special Events on the Farm
September 2010
Bluegrass on the Farm
Saturday, September 11
Noon - 6:00pm
Admission: $15 at the gate, $12 pre-sale online
Kids 12 and under are FREE
Parking: FREE
Join us for great bluegrass in the great outdoors! Bring your lawn chairs or blankets, and your instruments--there'll be plenty of opportunities to jam. This year's musical lineup includes the Gibson Brothers, Frank Solivan and the Dirty Kitchen Band, and the Blue Moon Cowgirls. Food will be available onsite for purchase.
The Gibson Brothers ----> Watch a live video here!
Frank Solivan and the Dirty Kitchen Band ---> Watch a live video here and here!
Blue Moon Cowgirls ---> Watch a live video here!
For more information, call 240-793-0975 or visit BluegrassOnTheFarm.com.
October 2010
Harvest Festival
Saturday, October 2
11am - 6:00pm
Admission: $10 per car
Please call for bus or van parking rates
Come on out to the Agricultural History Farm Park for down-home fun on the farm! Old-time crafts, activities, music and food will be on-hand and plentiful all day long!
For more information, call 301-924-4141; on event day, please call 301-721-0312. Get a printable flyer here 
| Tinsmithing | Scarecrow making | Gardening talks & demos | Live music |
| Pumpkin painting | Antique farm equipment | Live farm animals | Potato scramble |
| Chestnut roasting | Archaeological dig! | Games & food | and much more! |
Volunteers are needed, too! This is an SSL-approved opportunity. Call 301-495-2464.
A big thank-you to our event sponsors:
| Gaithersburg Equipment Company | 4-H Jersey Club | 4-H Back in Time Club | Master Gardeners | Montgomery County Association for Family & Community Education |
November 2010
Blacksmiths & Friends
Saturday & Sunday, November 6 & 7
10am - 4:00pm
Admission: FREE
Parking: FREE
Blacksmiths, silversmiths, coppersmiths and other artisans will demonstrate their art for you at the Agricultural History Farm Park! Call 301-807-0342 for more information.
- Hands-on instruction for kids
- Live demonstrations
- Metal gifts and art for sale
- Hayrides and food available for purchase
- Rain or shine
December 2010
Christmas on the Farm
Saturday & Sunday, December 11 & 12
Noon - 500pm
Admission: FREE
Parking: FREE
Come get into the holiday spirit at the Agricultural History Farm Park. It's a perfect place to enjoy the peace and quiet beauty of the season. Call 301-670-4661 with questions.
- Turn-of-the-century holiday decorations
- Free live Christmas music and caroling
- Homemade baked goods for sale
- Free hayrides, weather permitting
- Children's activities
- Free hot cider and ginger cookies
Montgomery County Department of Parks