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Oxon Cove Park & Oxon Hill Farm
Guided Tours
 

Ranger-Led  Programs

Oxon Cove Park offers a variety of public and educational programs throughout the year covering a wide variety of topics. We offer programs with themes focused on the environment, multi-culturalism, 19th century history, agricultural and more.  Just check our schedule of events so see what activities are going on during your visit with us. Call ahead before coming to check availability.  Do not forget that a group of 5 or more people require a reservation.

For those individuals who would like to set their own pace, the farm offers a self-guided tour. The self-guided tour brochure is available at the Visitor Barn Bookstore. This brochure gives a detailed description of all of the structures on the site and allows you to tour the farm at your leisure.

OXCO 1891  

Did You Know?
In 1891, Saint Elizabeths Hospital, acquired the Oxon Cove Park Property, to establish a farm where patients, removed from the confines of a hospital setting, could benefit from fresh air and outdoor work at this new "farm colony." This hospital farm was called Godding Croft.

Last Updated: August 29, 2006 at 16:04 EST