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Tour Historic Boggy Creek Farm

Farm & History Tours for All

~Tour Austin's Hidden Gem in the Heart of the City~

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Walk the grounds of this sustainable, regenerative, no-till urban farm, anchored by one of Austin's oldest, still-standing houses

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History of the early settlers, the builders of the historic farmhouse, the early farmers, life in 19th century Austin when Texas was a Republic 

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 Trials, tribulations and triumphs then and now, farming techniques, how BCF differs from other farms & more

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Answers to your Questions!

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Spend  1 hour w/ guide â€‹

  $10 per person

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Boggy Creek Farm is committed to making our historic 1841 farmhouse and grounds accessible not only to tourists, but also to the broader Austin community. Discounted tour rates are often available - For details on discounted rates or to schedule a tour, please contact us.

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Touring with Children​​​​​​/School Groups

Content will vary dependent on age, interest, cooperation and available time

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Walking the grounds of beautiful Historic Boggy Creek Farm 

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History lesson:

  • Who were the early settlers of this property? Where did they come from?  How did they travel here & Why?

  • What did they find when they arrived? What were some of the biggest troubles faced?

  • Who built the 1841 farm house? Who did the cooking? Where was the kitchen & Why? 

  • ​Who farmed the land? What did they grow? Did they have animals? 

  • What was life in Austin was like for these early residents?​

Farming: ​

  • What plants need to grow, to produce fruit, and to reproduce

  • ​Compost piles: what's the secret ingredient?

  • ​Pests: Plant defenses, how can help the plants?

  • ​What's growing?

  • Pollinators: be on the lookout!

  • ​Green house & Hoop houses:

  • ​On-site market: Where our harvest meets the customer

  • ​Fresh and local foods: Why it matters

  • Chicken 101:  Fun facts and feeding ​​

Self-Guided Tour of the Grounds​

 Free for Small Groups of Under 10 People

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 Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday 8 AM to 1 PM 

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Schedule a time that is convenient for you​

Individuals and families are welcome to:

  • Walk around the exterior of the historic farmhouse (1841)

  • Stroll around the 5 acre farm

  • See what crops are growing (markers at the head of the  in beds)

  • heck out the compost area

  • Say hello to the chickens (ask for some food in the market)

  • Shop in the market (early bird gets the worm!)

  • All children must be supervised at ALL times

  • PROHIBITED

    • Chasing farm cats or chickens

    • Entry into chicken coop​

    • Climbing on tractors, bricks, wood

    • Harvesting veggies or flowers

      • This is not a 'pick your own' farm; please do not harvest crops or enter the growing fields

  • Stay on open paths; there is poison ivy in shady, brushy areas

  • Watch out for Fire Ants!

  • Have questions? Ask a farmer or our market associate​

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Take a step back in time - Enjoy the grounds - Shop the farm stand

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We hope to see you soon!​​​

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How We Grow

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