Opportunities to visit and learn -- 1981-1994
This chronology reflects current
information. Research is ongoing.
1981
The farm is leased to Saul Agricultural School. Resident farmer, Bill McFadden, is hired by the Philadelphia School District.
1987
Farm festivals begin. The farm is open to the public four times each year for seasonal festivals.
1990
Friends of Fox Chase Farm, a community support group, is founded.
1993
Summer tours and crafts on Sundays begin. This gives the public another opportunity to visit the farm.
1994
Maintenance of the
farm is transferred to Abraham Lincoln High School as part of
their Horticulture and Environmental Science programs. Classes and tours for school groups begin in September.
Historical Highlights
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| 1683-1692 | 1821-1863 | 1876-1901 | 1901-1917 | 1939-1969 | 1972-1980 | 1981-1994 | 1997-2001 |