Wolcott Mill Metropark is really three parks in one. Visit a late-20th century working farm, then drive a few miles and 100-years into the past to see historic Wolcott Mill, built in the 1840s and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. And if you’re looking for solitude along the North Branch of the Clinton River, visit Camp Rotary.
At the Historic Center, visit one of the few historic grist and feed mills remaining today, and a barn museum to discover the importance of old mills and the history of American barns, complete with antique farming equipment and a restored Model T dump truck. The mill, pond and two adjacent barns located on the property are listed on the National Register of Historic Places through the National Park Service, Department...
Read moreIt was a nice little dairy farm out by Richmond. Had a meet up with my child's class. Had to say the little guy had a blast but you know two year Olds. Dude thinks Sam's club is the funnest place ever.
Anyway Had little bit of other animals. Chickens, goats, horses and you guessed it moo cows. They also have a little playground for the children. And a covered eating area. So on the hot days, you have since shade.
Only issue I had was there was electric fences to discourage the cows from breaking the fences. It was completely accessible to any kids that walk up not thinking about it.
It's not every fence I have only seen two areas of fence that were accessible.
Had a nice...
Read moreGreat place to take the family. All kinds of farm animals to see and pet some live stock. They have events all the time, if you check facebook or website. Alot of the events are not ran the most efficient way possible and can get busy, which means lots of wait time to do activities. Access to the farm is usually free, only have to pay for parking sometimes, unless u have a metro park pass. The farm is nicely maintained and the staff is friendly. Like i said, the events can get a bit "hokey" but its a farm, not a entertainment operation. So they do the best they can. Check it out during the week with no events and its not crowded and is a pleasant...
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