Fenimore Farm & Country Village
Experience the sights, sounds, and stories of 19th-century America as you wander through a recreated country village and working farm. Watch skilled craftspeople demonstrate blacksmithing, weaving, and printing, meet heritage livestock, and explore a collection of more than 23,000 artifacts. The museum’s scenic setting overlooking Otsego Lake makes it a must-visit for history lovers and families alike.
Hours
- April to mid-May & mid-October to October 31: Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (closed Mondays)
- Mid-May to mid-October: Daily, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- November–March: Closed except for special events.
- Check website for holiday hours and special event openings.
About Us
One of the nation’s oldest living history museums, Fenimore Farm & Country Village offers an immersive journey into 19th-century rural and village life. With over two dozen historic buildings, working farmsteads, and interactive exhibits, the museum brings New York’s agricultural heritage to life for visitors of all ages.
Details:
- Address: 5775 State Highway 80, Cooperstown, NY 13326
- Phone: (607) 547-1450
- Website: fenimorefarm.org
- Parking: Free on-site
- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
- Located across from Fenimore Art Museum
Prices:
- Adults: $11.00
- Seniors (65+): $9.50
- Children (7–12): $5.00
- Children 6 & under: Free
- Members: Free
- Combo tickets available with Fenimore Art Museum and National Baseball Hall of Fame
Events:
- Spring and Fall Festivals
- Harvest Celebration
- Candlelight Evening
- Family Farm Day
- Historic Trades & Crafts Demonstrations
- Special holiday and seasonal events
Activities:
- Tour over two dozen historic village buildings (tavern, blacksmith shop, print shop, pharmacy, general store, doctor’s office, farmstead)
- Watch live demonstrations of 19th-century trades (blacksmithing, weaving, printing, cheese-making, quilt-making)
- Ride the hand-carved Empire State Carousel
- Meet heritage livestock at the children’s barnyard
- See the famous Cardiff Giant exhibit
- Explore the Main Barn’s agricultural tool collection
- Participate in hands-on workshops and educational programs
- Enjoy family-friendly scavenger hunts and barnyard activities