We conduct paranormal investigations at the farm the third Saturday of every month and on every full moon through the summer and into the Fall.
The pie cabinet door opened on its own in the Jourdan House, during our pioneer farms paranormal investigation last Saturday.
To join: https://austinghosttours.com/haunted-austin-walking-ghost-tours/
Pioneer farms is comprised of seven themed historic areas, complete with volunteer interpreters in historic dress. Immerse yourself in each of the areas, which include an 1844 Tonkawa Encampment, a native stretch of the Walnut Creek Greenbelt as is was in 1853, an 1868 Kruger Farm, an 1873 Jourdan Farm, an 1886 Bell Farm and an 1899 Sprinkle Corner rural village. Plus, visit the 1850 Scarborough Barn (one of the oldest still in use in Central Texas) to meet the farm animals.
The museum’s Freedman’s Farm recognizes the height of the Freedmen’s movement in the early 1890s. The farmhouse was once home to Jack Dodson, a freedman farmer in Travis County. He lived for many years in the house that was relocated to Pioneer Farms and was generously donated to preserve its history. The site will feature a functioning farmstead where visitors can see and learn about the Texans who gained their freedom from slavery after Emancipation. This site is currently undergoing restoration and is not open for tours. Please check their website for updates and grand re-opening details.
Enjoy weekly features of historic demonstrations and workshops on topics ranging from archery and blacksmithing to backyard farming and crafting with nature. Plus, visit the General Store on select dates to get a variety of fresh veggies from the farm stand.
Pioneer Farms is located at 10621 Pioneer Farms Drive in northeast Austin, just east of Interstate 35. Exit I-35 at Braker Lane (Exit 243), go east and follow the signs (left at Dessau Road, right at Braker Lane East, right at Pioneer Farms Drive). From Parmer Lane, a mile north of Braker (Exit 245), go east to Dessau Road (third traffic light), turn right and go to Braker Lane East (first traffic light). Turn left and follow the signs. Free museum parking.
