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Living Pioneer Farmstead Days Memorial Weekend at O’Bannon Woods State Park

May 27, 2023 @ 10:00 am - May 28, 2023 @ 3:00 pm

“Living History Farmstead Day,” featuring an 1850s Haypress demonstration, will be offered at O’Bannon Woods State Park. The family-friendly event takes place at the Hickory Hollow Nature Center in the state park, which is west of Corydon.  The main feature is a demonstration of the nationally unique 1850 Haypress, which is run by the park’s short-horned oxen. The Haypress demo is 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. Attendees will be able to meet, greet and get their photo taken with the oxen.

The park’s Living Pioneer Farmstead features a working blacksmith shop, pioneer homestead, tomahawk throwing and a variety of pioneer demonstrations.

10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

For more information call 812-738-8234 or visit Memorial Day Weekend, O’Bannon Woods State Park – State of Indiana

Gate fees of $7 in state, or $9 out of state apply.

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