Billings Farm was established in 1871 by Frederick Billings, a native Vermonter who became known for his work in conservation, reforestation, and scientific farm management.

 

Billings imported cattle directly from the Isle of Jersey, maintained careful records of milk production, and bred selectively to improve his herd. He also established a program of reforestation, putting into practice the ideas of an earlier resident of the farm, George Perkins Marsh.

 

The farm is still a working dairy, breeding fine Jerseys, selling its milk and growing its own feed. The Billings Farm and Museum is a thriving museum of rural Vermont life as well as a working dairy farm. Special events are held throughout the year, including a number of autumn and holiday activities at Billings Farm.

 

Please call or email Billings Farm for more information, reservations and pricing.

Billings Farm & Museum
Route 12 & River Road
P.O. Box 489
Woodstock, VT 05091-0489
802-457-2355 ~ Fax: 802-457-4663
 

 

Source: Billings Farm & Museum, Woodstock, VT Brochure produced by the Vermont Attraction Association