Accokeek Foundation (National Colonial Farm)

Accokeek, Maryland
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Accokeek Foundation (National Colonial Farm)
Many people are aware of endangered species in the wild, but very few realize that domesticated livestock species are also threatened. The livestock seen grazing in the fields at Piscataway Park are rare breeds of animals with unique genetic traits. Preserving these breeds and the biodiversity they represent ensures a more secure food system for future generations.

The Accokeek Foundation, a partner of the National Park Service in Piscataway Park, breeds American Milking Devon cattle, Hog Island sheep, Ossabaw hogs, Spanish goats, and various heritage poultry breeds as part of the heritage breed livestock conservation program.

Farmers interested in adding heritage breeds to their herds and flocks can purchase breeding stock and market animals from the Accokeek Foundation's barnyard. We sell American Milking Devon cattle, Ossabaw hogs, and Hog Island sheep.

Fiber artists interested in working with heritage breed wool can purchase Hog Island fleece and fiber from the barnyard as well. We sell raw fleeces, roving, and hand-spun yarn.

Farm tours and events are offered throughout the year. Check the calendar at accokeek.org to learn more or register.

Proceeds from farm sales support the Accokeek Foundation's work to preserve these unique and endangered animal breeds.

Listing last updated on Jan 21, 2025

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A partner of the National Park Service in Piscataway Park, the Accokeek Foundation stewards 200 acres of the park while honoring the indigenous people and values that shaped this land. By honoring the park’s river location, the Piscataway people, and the sacredness of this land, the Foundation seeks to share through nature, agriculture, cultural history, and foodways, the value that this land holds, including evolving stories about different communities’ reliance on it for sustenance.

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Contact:
Anjela Barnes
(301) 283-2113
Location:
3400 Bryan Point Road
Accokeek, MD 20607

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Opening Hours: Park Gates March 1-May 31: 7 am - 7 pm June 1-Aug. 31: 7 am-9 pm Sept. 1-Oct. 31: 7 am-7 pm Nov. 1-Feb. 28(29): 7 am-5 pm Visitor Center (Closed December 10-March 18) Tuesday-Sunday: 10 am - 4 pm Administrative Office Monday-Tuesday: 9 am - 5 pm Parking and Accessibility: All visitors, including school buses, should follow the signs for visitor parking located near the Education Center. Parking spaces designed to accommodate visitors with accessible needs are available. The distance from the parking lot to the Visitor Center is less than 300 feet, and the distance to the fishing pier is less than 500 feet. The distance from the parking lot to the boat dock is 1363 feet. The boat dock is not universally accessible. The grades are gradual, and the gravel pathways are relatively well packed. Wheelchairs are available at the Visitor Center for temporary use by visitors with the park. Loans are first come, first served. A driver’s license or state ID is required. Accessible restrooms are available at the Visitor Center and are open daily from dawn to dusk. Additional restrooms are available at the Education Center during special events and activities only.
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Website:
accokeek.org
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