Beasts of Burden; Draft Animals at Work

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Name: Beasts of Burden; Draft Animals at Work
Date: March 28, 2015
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM CDT
Event Description:
Livestock trained to work, such as horses, mules, and oxen, played a vital role in the operations of early Texas farms. Whether it was pulling plows, harrowing fields, hauling cotton or cultivating corn, beasts of burden made light work of sometimes daunting tasks. Join Barrington Living History Farm and the Texas Draft Horse and Mule Association in a unique opportunity to experience draft animals at work. Various aspects of field preparation using horses, mules and oxen will be demonstrated, with some hands-on opportunities. Activities are dependent on weather and soil conditions
Location:
Barrington Living History Farm, home of Dr. Anson Jones, last president of the Republic of Texas. It is located within Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historical Park off Highway 105 between Navasota and Brenham on FM 1155.
Date/Time Information:
  • This program is WEATHER DEPENDENT. Activities and demonstrations will be ongoing throughout the day from 10 am until 4 pm with watering and resting breaks for the animals as needed.  Please call if you have questions.
Contact Information:
Jessica or Jon 936-878-2214
Fees/Admission:
  • Program FREE with general admission. Reservations not required.
  • Farm Admission prices are: Adult $5.00; Student (age 7 through college) $3.00; Children 6 and under – FREE; Texas State Park annual pass holders - FREE.
  • Discounted tour tickets for Independence Hall and the Star of the Republic Museum are available.
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