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The Amish Farm and House {Sheep Shearing Days}

I hear from a lot of people who have moved to Lancaster County. They are often wondering if I can help them understand Lancaster County, how it works, where the hidden secrets are and where family fun things are to do.

I find that a lot of families living in Lancaster County, whether native to Lancaster County or not, are curious about the Amish and Mennonites. Those who were born in raised in Lancaster County, might know a little bit more, but they often still have questions about the Amish.

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A great way to get a simple understanding is at the Amish Farm and House. (If you’re not sure which one that is, it’s the one right next to Target along Route 30.) You probably know which one I mean now. 😉

I am from the area and grew up with parents who were historians. I probably know more than the average person on the background history of the Amish and Mennonites, however until now, I have never done any of these local tours. I have to say that I was really impressed with the Amish Farm and House. I did both the house tour and the self-guided farm tour.

We took the house tour first. It was very accurate. If you ever wondered why the Amish don’t wear buttons, don’t use electricity, how they travel from house to house for church, if they make their own shoes, or how they are coffins are different from ours, you will want to take this tour.

On the farm tour you will experience a lot of normal Lancaster county farm animals and happenings. I personally think the best time of year to go is in the spring. You will experience sheep shearing (first weekends in May), baby piglets, baby sheep, and baby goats.

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You will also see a blacksmith working, an Amish School house, wood burning, and more. Children will get to milk a cow and ride scooters like the Amish do. You might even get roped into some fun tricks with the goats, like these spectators did.

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The sheep shearing days occur the first two weekends in May and bring extra excitement to the crowds.

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I recommend getting their early on either of the days, and taking your time throughout the tour, being sure not to miss anything. Children will get a special sheep scavenger hunt card to find throughout the farm and then receive a special prize at the end!

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If you have any questions, please visit the website for The Amish Farm and House, where you’ll find contact information, hours, admission prices and directions.

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