john brown farm state historic site

This is both a tranquil and scenic place to walk and a historic site. The John Brown family house has interesting artifacts of the Browns' time period. Staff were available to answer questions about the house, land and Brown. The barn had an interesting short video about the slavery era.

John Brown's Farm is a beautiful place where you can appreciate history and nature. Perfect for couples, families, and pets! Dog lovers bring their pups to run around in the fields. Pack a picnic and enjoy the outdoors with your family. Talk a walk through the trails and go on your own adventure! Don't forget your camera for some iconic images of the area! One of my favorite places to visit year round!

The trails are super nice and you can geocache there as well. People walk dogs there, so watch where you step.

John Brown and his family are well-known in history for their struggles against slavery. The family home is a farm outside Lake Placid which has been kept in its original condition by the state. The docent is very knowledgeable about the life and times of the family and the way the house and barn were used, The barn has audio visual and other background information.

this high peaks area is so incredibly gorgeous…and then to be able to learn that courageous Blacks and John Brown himself was involved…very enjoyable for the kids and a great learning experience for adults…plus so gorgeous!

It's hard to imagine a family in that time trying to pull a living out of that land. For a farmer it must have been a hard go, but for a visitor the setting is impressive. The ring of mountains is appropriate for a man who , for his relatively short time on the national stage, had such a profound and lasting impact on American history , and whose last words had such a tragic accuracy. Definitely a place to visit.

I have been to Lake Placid many times, but finally made a stop at the John Brown Farm on our last visit. My friend who is a local had been telling me that she likes it there and it is beautiful - she wasn't lying.The grounds here are very nicely maintained. Signs depict the history of the land and John Brown's life. It's interesting history to stop and read for a little while. We did not go inside the buildings as they are closed this time of year. The grounds are open during daylight hours year round.My favorite part of the site was all the hiking trails. The trails are well maintained and not too difficult for the average person. We came here too late to see the leaves in their spectacular colors, but I can only imagine how brilliant this area looks during peak leaf season.If you're in Lake Placid and looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of Main St, stop by here and spend some time.

This may not be "exciting" history but it does tell the story of a very significant figure in American history and sets the story in its context. The lady we spoke to on our visit was well-informed, interesting and engaged with the character of John brown and the society in which he lived. The site is very well maintained, the information boards are excellent and the buildings and furnishings give a very good idea of life in the 19th century. A very good place to bring children who are willing to look, listen and learn; and even better for adults with an interest in history.

There is a docent on site to describe what you are seeing in the farmhouse and give some history. There is a fee ($2.00 I think). The graves are interesting and the farm is nice.

Not all that much there to see, but worth the short drive out of Lake Placid if you are a history buff.

Very interesting historically speaking. The staff there was really knowledgeable and nice. If you like history, you have to visit this place.

If you are in this area with family this is a mustOur children need to realize the facts of our treatment of others and how we smuggled them Learn facts

Everyone should go and visit John Brown farm. Plus, the views from the farm are incredible of the ski jumps!

Easy to find and grounds were very well kept. Very interesting piece of history. There are nice nature trails right behind the buildings.

This site was interesting. The landscape was beautiful. There was a ranger who showed us the house and told us information about John Brown's life and death. The tour lasted maybe 15-20 minutes and cost $2 per person. The barn had more information and restrooms, but we were on a schedule and didn't go through the barn.