The farm was established in 1871 by Frederick Billings, a pioneer in scientific farm management and land stewardship.
The herd consists of purebred Jersey cows, a breed introduced to the farm by Frederick Billings for high-quality milk production.
The site includes a fully restored 1890 farm manager's house that provides insight into the domestic life of the Victorian era.
It is a center for the 'Slow Food' movement and showcases traditional Vermont food production methods like maple sugaring and cider pressing.
The museum houses one of the most comprehensive collections of Vermont agricultural history and rural life artifacts in the state.
Billings Farm & Museum is a working dairy farm and living history museum dedicated to Vermont's rural heritage and agricultural traditions. The site features a 19th-century farmhouse, an operating dairy barn, and extensive agricultural exhibits. Visitors engage with interactive demonstrations, including milking, cheesemaking, and traditional farm skills. The property serves as a educational center for sustainable farming practices and local history. The farm maintains a herd of Jersey cows and hosts seasonal agricultural programs and livestock demonstrations throughout the year. The site preserves original 1890 farm structures alongside modern educational facilities. It functions both as an active production facility for dairy products and a cultural repository for Vermont's agrarian past.
The red farmhouse exterior framed against the backdrop of the rolling Green Mountains.
Check the daily program schedule upon arrival to catch live milking demonstrations.
Wear footwear suitable for walking on uneven, muddy, or dusty farm grounds.
Visit the learning center to view rotating exhibits that dive deeper into the historical context of the farm.
Do not attempt to pet or feed animals outside of designated interactive zones or supervised demonstrations.
Closed for several weeks in early winter (January and February) and periodically during shoulder seasons; verify operational status on the official website before visiting.
Dress for the outdoors; remain on designated paths and do not touch livestock without staff permission.
