John Brown Farm State Historic Site

John Brown Farm State Historic Site High in New York State’s Adirondack Mountains is the home and grave of abolitionist John Brown.

Visitors can tour the cabin, explore the hiking trails on the property, and take in the picturesque views of the surrounding Adirondack High Peaks. Located in Lake Placid, NY, John Brown Farm State Historic Site is the home and grave of abolitionist John Brown. Many Americans know the song "John Brown's body lies a-mouldering in the grave," but most do not associate the words with this simple farm

at North Elba, New York. On the night of October 16, 1859, Brown and his followers assaulted the U.S. Arsenal at Harper's Ferry, planning to use the captured arms in an extensive campaign for the liberation of the slaves in the South. Brown was captured on October 18, 1859, imprisoned at Charlestown, Virginia, tried by the Commonwealth of Virginia, and hanged on December 2, 1859. His body was returned to North Elba and was buried in front of his home on December 8, 1859. The remains of several of Brown's followers, who fought and died at Harper's Ferry, were moved to this small graveyard in 1899.

Scenes from past Girl Scouts Love NYS Parks Day at John Brown Farm. This September 13 all are welcome to join us for a c...
08/31/2026

Scenes from past Girl Scouts Love NYS Parks Day at John Brown Farm. This September 13 all are welcome to join us for a couple of fun Natural History activities! ~Get in touch for details~

John Brown Farm will have activities for Girl Scouts, friends, and families on Sunday, September 13! Come Explore Natura...
08/30/2026

John Brown Farm will have activities for Girl Scouts, friends, and families on Sunday, September 13! Come Explore Natural History and Engage Your Senses with us! Please get in touch for more info.

The countdown is on! Girl Scouts Love State Parks returns on the weekends of September 12-13 and September 19-20. Grab your family, hit the trails, and take home an exclusive patch to remember the adventure. Contact your local council for a list of participating parks in your area!

Our Fall Hike Series will kick off with a walk up Goodman Mtn On Friday, September 11, at 10:30 AM! Please get in touch ...
08/24/2026

Our Fall Hike Series will kick off with a walk up Goodman Mtn On Friday, September 11, at 10:30 AM! Please get in touch if you are interested.

This Friday! Please join us and share—
08/19/2026

This Friday! Please join us and share—

Children’s book author Max Eaton and some Orienteering students from the morning Adirondack Family Book Festival event, ...
08/14/2026

Children’s book author Max Eaton and some Orienteering students from the morning Adirondack Family Book Festival event, which also included birdwatching with Loree Griffin Burns. TOMORROW August 15, the main part of the AdirondackFamily Book Festival will be at the Olympic Oval in Lake Placid!

More new BARK Rangers! Ellie & Dixie on the left, Brandie and Sadie on the right
08/14/2026

More new BARK Rangers! Ellie & Dixie on the left, Brandie and Sadie on the right

This (August 10) Monday night’s virtual roundtable features a discussion with historian Amy Godine and Archaeologist Had...
08/09/2026

This (August 10) Monday night’s virtual roundtable features a discussion with historian Amy Godine and Archaeologist Hadley-Kruscek Aaron. Follow the link to register for free!

Explore upcoming John Brown and America250 events including roundtables, festivals, and educational programs celebrating abolitionist history and social justice. Join us in honoring this legacy.

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115 John Brown Road
Lake Placid, NY
12946

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