FARM HAS A NEW STORAGE BUILDING!

The Farm has a new storage building thanks to a generous grant from the Waxahachie Foundation.  The 8’ x 16’ shed, manufactured by Quality Storage Buildings in Itasca, is a helpful complement to the meeting pavilion at the Farm.  Items Read More …

WAXAHACHIE FOUNDATION AWARDS FARM $5,000 GRANT

The Waxahachie Foundation awarded a $5,000 grant to the Farm Inc to purchase an 8′ x 16′ storage building for equipment used for events, e.g., tables, chairs, tools, easels, tents, hoses, which is a helpful complement to the 20’ X Read More …

STEM GARDEN STUDENTS VISIT THE FARM

The STEM Garden Project led a field trip to the Farm on May 8, 2025, to provide Waxahachie Independent School District (WISD) Life Skills Classes students the opportunity to learn about the fascinating natural heritage of the Texas Blackland Prairie.  Read More …

SAVE THE DATE!

FARM HERITAGE DAY Sunday, September 21, 2025, 2-5 pm  

VIRTUAL TOUR OF McKINNEY-ADAY FARMHOUSE

Click here to enjoy a narrated virtual tour of the beautifully restored 1913 farmhouse that is fully appointed with early to middle 20th century furnishings to reflect the home life of early Ellis County farm families.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS AT THE FARM IN 2024

The Farm had a very active and productive year.  The Board planned three major public events:  Prairie Wildlife and Wildflower Adventure on Sunday, April 28, 2024, which was cancelled due to rain but the wildflowers were nonetheless beautiful; Tour of Read More …

SUCCESSION PLANNING FOR THE FARM

The Board of Directors is planning for the future of the Farm.  The principal issues being considered are (1) how to continue the mission of the Farm based on a more sustainable organizational model; (2) seeking local government or an Read More …