Historic Marbold Farmstead
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Mission Statement
Create a living history farm at the Marbold Farmstead

​The not-for-profit Historic Marbold Farmstead Association is dedicated to the creation of a living history farm at the Marbold Farmstead south of Greenview, Illinois by:
  • Acquiring the property purchased by John H. Marbold in 1851;  We accomplished that in 2012.
  • Educating the public about the historical significance along with the cultural and agricultural heritage through hands-on learning opportunities for children through adults;
  • Preserving, restoring and rebuilding the farmstead, including the house and remaining outbuildings, and preserving the site in general as an interpretive agricultural and historical attraction circa 1890-1910.

Why? What are the benefits of a living history farm?
  • The farmstead will provide hands-on learning about central Illinois farm life at the turn of the century;
  • Local businesses will benefit as tourism increases and brings visitors to the county;
  • The site will increase the quality of life for residents in Menard County and provide a boost to the real estate market.
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Educational program inside the Marbold house during the HMFA 2011 Ice Cream Social.
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  • Home
  • Marbold History
    • The Marbold Farmstead
    • The Marbold Family
    • Composite Map
  • The Association
    • Organization and History
    • Mission Statement
    • Farmstead Purchase
    • Membership
    • Board Members
    • In the News
  • Renovation
    • Ongoing
    • Finished
    • Future
  • Events
  • Education
    • Farm Day
    • Archaeology
  • Supporters
    • The 50 Founders Club
    • Sponsors
    • Landmarks Illinois
    • Bricks for the Farmstead
    • Volunteers
    • Donate
  • Photo Albums
    • Fall Festival 2022
    • Before, During, and After
    • Grand Open 2021
    • Fall Festival 2021
    • Future
    • Nature
    • Artisans Fair 2019
    • Antique Show and Farm Fest 2019
    • Farm Day 2019
    • Marbold Model
    • Annual Meeting 2019
    • Fall Arts and Crafts Festival 2018
    • Antique Show 2018
    • Farm Day 2018
    • Annual Meeting 2018
    • Fall Arts and Crafts Festival 2017
    • Antique Show And Farm Fest 2017
    • Farm Day 2017
    • Farm Day 2017 2nd Grade Classroom Prep
    • Annual Meeting 2017
    • SummerFest @ the Farmstead
    • Farm Day 2022
    • 10th Anniversary
    • Fall Festival 2022
    • Virtual Tour >
      • Site 1
      • Site 2
      • Site 3
      • Site 4
      • Site 5
      • Site 6
      • Site 7
      • Site 8
      • Site 9
      • Site 10
      • Site 11
      • Site 12
      • Site 13
      • Site 14
      • Site 15
      • Site 16
      • Site 17
      • Site 18
      • Site 19
    • Newspapers
  • Contact Us
  • Videos
  • Color