Farm & Homestead
A behind-the-scenes look at restoring and living on a 19th-century farmstead. From stone walkways and bank barns to orchard care and homestead traditions, this category preserves the past through everyday life on the land.
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Tale of Butter Theft in Loudoun County, VA
Evidence Found in the Farm Ledger The Summer of 1876 found Loudoun County farmers deep in the rhythms of hayfields, dairy chores, and centennial celebrations—trying to make the most of a post-war economy…
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Restoring an 1800’s Farm Wagon
When my wife and I purchased the property adjacent to Hiddencroft Vineyards in 2011, I was surprised to find the remnants of an old farm wagon beneath a Virginia white pine tree. The…
