photo by John Anderson

Most Forward-Thinking Trip Back in Time

Pioneer Farms

Preserving the history of 19th century Texas, Pioneer Farms is a step back in time to the days of spinning your own yarn, blacksmithing, candlemaking, basket-weaving … and, facing the disasters of the last year, traditional skills are having a bit of a moment. They offer classes in all the aforementioned and dozens more, and their general store was a unique source for farm-fresh eggs, handmade soaps, and various staples when grocery shelves were bare. But it’s more than an enriching educational experience for the family – it’s also a venue for more modern entertainment. They hosted Griffon Ramsey’s chainsaw pumpkin-carving demo for Halloween and have screened drive-in movies such as Austin Film Society’s imported Sundance Film Festival selections, proving they’re rooted in the past but very much in the now.

Pioneer Farms
10621 Pioneer Farms Dr., 512/837-1215
www.pioneerfarms.org