Buckley Homestead County Park

Buckley Homestead County Park A living history farm nestled in the heart of Lake County, Indiana Come visit a rich landscape frozen in time.
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We are a living history farm featuring several attraction areas depicting rural lifestyles from 1850 to early 1900s

-1900s farm
-1900s one room school house
-1850s pioneer farm

We feature several events throughout the year catered to the inner curious and adventurous child in all of us. Boasting live farm animals, friendly and knowledgeable staff, open fields, and nature trails. This is the per

fect place to take the family on a lazy Sunday afternoon, or a brisk autumn hay ride (horse drawn or tractor). Venture a little further south and you’ll discover the Conway Observatory

Story Time at Buckley today!Join us for readings in the Upper Barn at 9:30 a.m., 10:15 a.m., and 11:00 a.m.After Story T...
06/22/2026

Story Time at Buckley today!

Join us for readings in the Upper Barn at 9:30 a.m., 10:15 a.m., and 11:00 a.m.

After Story Time, stop by the Granary to see the rabbits and visit the Lower Barn to see the sheep. The Cabin will also be open throughout the program.

We look forward to seeing you!

Summer is in full swing and so are the programs!!!Monday June 22, 2026 Story Time on the Farm. This week we will be rea...
06/19/2026

Summer is in full swing and so are the programs!!!

Monday June 22, 2026 Story Time on the Farm. This week we will be reading stories about then meeting sheep and rabbits!
We have also added a third reading! First reading 930, second 1015, third 1100.
This program is free and open to the public.

Also we are now taking reservations for our July Night Hikes, and July and August Homesteading Home Schools.

Link in comments below.

Story Time today (June 15) is all about cows! 9:30-11:30: First Reading 930, Second Reading 10:15, and Third Reading 11...
06/15/2026

Story Time today (June 15) is all about cows!

9:30-11:30: First Reading 930, Second Reading 10:15, and Third Reading 11:00.

As a special treat the School House is open and available for visiting today!!!

Calumet Astronomical Society just sent us a picture of the skies at Conway Observatory and it looks like they are a go f...
06/15/2026

Calumet Astronomical Society just sent us a picture of the skies at Conway Observatory and it looks like they are a go for tonight’s Open House starting at 830!!

Not a night owl? Come visit us Monday June 15th 930-1130 for Story Time. This week we are reading stories and visiting with the cows.

Both programs are free and open to the public!

06/13/2026

Open house for Calumet Astronomical Society at Conway Observatory is canceled for Saturday June 13th. As of now the event is rescheduled for Sunday June 14th is viewing conditions allow.

It’s go time! History Speaks: America 250 starts now. Presidents! Suffragettes! Civil Rights Leaders! Gangsters! Soldier...
06/13/2026

It’s go time! History Speaks: America 250 starts now.

Presidents! Suffragettes! Civil Rights Leaders! Gangsters! Soldiers! Generals! Cannons! Silhouettes! Food! Games! Music!

All exploring and celebrating the 250 years that led us to today. Join us for this admission free celebration.

Just over 12 hours away from kicking off History Speaks: America 250. We can’t wait to see you Saturday, from 10-3.
06/13/2026

Just over 12 hours away from kicking off History Speaks: America 250. We can’t wait to see you Saturday, from 10-3.

Thank you to everyone who has joined us for Story Time Mondays at Buckley Homestead. Here are a few photos from previous...
06/11/2026

Thank you to everyone who has joined us for Story Time Mondays at Buckley Homestead. Here are a few photos from previous weeks we wanted to share. It’s been wonderful seeing so many families come out and help make Story Time such a great experience.

With school out for the summer, we’ve decided to open the schoolhouse for this week’s Story Time, so feel free to stop by for a tour.

On Monday, 6/15, we’ll be focusing on cows. Join us in the upper barn for a story, then head down to the lower barn to meet the cows up close. We’ll have readings at 9:30 a.m., 10:15 a.m., and 11:00 a.m. We hope to see you for a fun morning on the farm!

Three Presidents. One Day. Meet John Adams, Abraham Lincoln, and Ulysses S. Grant during History Speaks: America 250.Ask...
06/10/2026

Three Presidents. One Day.

Meet John Adams, Abraham Lincoln, and Ulysses S. Grant during History Speaks: America 250.

Ask questions. Take photos. Compare beards. Hear their stories firsthand.

The presidents will be available throughout the day in the Carriage House, giving visitors the opportunity to step into conversation with some of America's most influential leaders.

Which historical figure would you want to ask a question if you had the chance?

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3606 Belshaw Road
Lowell, IN
46356

Telephone

+12196960769

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