Welcome to Babbie Rural & Farm Learning Museum
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Mission Statement Our mission is to provide an entertaining environment where visitors can learn about rural and farm life in the Champlain Valley and Adirondacks prior to the 1950's. |
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History of the Museum
In the spring of 2020, the Babbie Rural & Farm Learning Museum had its Grand Opening. But the history of the museum goes back a long ways. In 1962, Leeward Babbie, the founder of the museum, moved his mother's chicken coop from the family farm in Champlain, NY to his new farm in Peru, NY, and unknowingly, moved the first building that would later be placed on the museum grounds. As years went by, Leeward would collect many antiquities reflecting how people lived in the Champlain Valley and the Adirondacks. Leeward has always been interested in the memories of families. Many people, when they come to the museum and see the artifacts and demonstrations, will reminisce and tell their stories. When Leeward sold his farm in 2002, he started doing custom field work for area agricultural businesses. During the off season, he would plan and work on his long time dream of a museum. During the planning stages, with the help of family members, relatives and friends, it was proposed to be an interactive museum with education and entertainment to be the key points of the project. With this in mind, live demonstrations became an integral part of the museum. |
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Membership/Admission Rates
One Year Membership Fees: Individual $30.00 Family $40.00 Seniors & Military Personnel $20.00 Admission Fees: Adults(14 & up) $12.00 Children(5 yrs. to 13 yrs.) $ 8.00 Children 4 & under FREE Seniors & Military Personnel $10.00 Join us through a membership and enjoy unlimited admission for one year. Come to all our special events and take part in the festivities. Receive our newsletters and obtain a 10% discount at the gift shop. Please consider becoming a member and supporting a community asset. |
Hours
Opening Weekend - May 2025 Plow Days Regular Hours (May through October) 10:00am to 4:00pm - Saturdays Special Event Weekends 10:00am to 4:00pm Saturdays and Sundays Private Group Tours Available by Appointment |
2025 Museum Classes
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