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Ardenwood Historic Farm, Fremont

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Admission from $4. Open Tuesday through Sunday, 10am - 4pm.

About Ardenwood Historic Farm

Ardenwood Historic Farm in Fremont preserves life on a family farm between 1890 and 1930 on the former estate of George and Clara Patterson, whose family farmed the land for over 100 years beginning in the 1850s. The East Bay Regional Parks District operates this working historic property where visitors explore the grounds on foot via walking trails. The farm includes a historic house, barns, orchards, and gardens that demonstrate early California agricultural practices and rural domestic life. Guests can view equipment and structures from the era while walking through the property. Picnicking areas provide places to rest during your visit. The site offers a tangible connection to how farming families lived and worked during this formative period in the region's history.

Tickets, prices & hours

AdultWinter Season (Mid-November through March), Tuesday through
$4
AdultHistoric Season (April through mid-November), Thursday
$6
SeniorWinter Season (Mid-November through March), Tuesday through
$3
Children under 4 yearsWinter Season (Mid-November through March)
Free
SeniorHistoric Season (April through mid-November), Thursday
$5
ChildHistoric Season (April through mid-November), Thursday
$4

Hours: Tuesday through Sunday, 10am - 4pm

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What’s on at Ardenwood Historic Farm

6 reasons to go, each in the venue’s own words, with the date we checked it.

Nov 14Event

Animal Feeding

A drop-in program at Ardenwood Historic Farm where families feed farm animals on Saturday at 3:00 PM.

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“Drop-in Program Animal Feeding Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026, 3:00 PM”

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Nov 14Event

Corn Mosaics

A drop-in program where families create corn mosaics at Ardenwood Historic Farm on Saturday at 11:30 AM.

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“Drop-in Program Corn Mosaics Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026, 11:30 AM”

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Nov 14Event

Old Fashioned Butter Makin'

A drop-in program at Ardenwood Historic Farm where families make butter using old-fashioned methods on Saturday at 1:30 PM.

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“Drop-in Program Old Fashioned Butter Makin' Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026, 1:30 PM”

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Nov 14Event

Wake Up The Farm

A drop-in program at Ardenwood Historic Farm where families participate in farm activities on Saturday morning at 10:30 AM.

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“Drop-in Program Wake Up The Farm Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026, 10:30 AM”

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Nov 15Event

Historic Days

A drop-in program at Ardenwood Historic Farm featuring historic farm activities on Sunday at 10:00 AM.

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“Drop-in Program Historic Days Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026, 10:00 AM”

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Nov 15Event

Meet The Chickens

A drop-in program at Ardenwood Historic Farm where families meet and learn about the farm's chickens on Sunday at 10:30 AM.

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“Drop-in Program Meet The Chickens Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026, 10:30 AM”

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Deals at Ardenwood Historic Farm

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Planning your visit

Opening hours
Tuesday through Sunday, 10am - 4pm; Closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day; Open New Years Day, Memorial Day, July 4, Labor Day, and Christmas Eve
Ticket dates and refunds
All admission sales are final; Ardenwood does not provide refunds.

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Before you go

Paying
Ardenwood Historic Farm is cashless. Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or Tap to Pay accepted at kiosk.

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What’s there

Indoors or out
Outdoors
Rides and attractions
Farm Animals: At Ardenwood, you will see sheep, chickens, rabbits, goats, and cows.
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Haybarn: The historic Hay Barn houses tractors, farming implements, and tack, providing a glimpse into the tools and gear once essential for crop cultivation and the daily care of farm animals.
Patterson House: During the historic season (April-mid-November) on Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays, costumed docents lead guided tours of the Patterson House.
Blacksmith Shop: On Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays, visit the blacksmith in the forge and see history come to life.
Facilities
Ardenwood has one reservable picnic site, called the EIO Picnic Area; restrooms are wheelchair accessible.

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Who it suits

Wheelchairs and strollers
The majority of facilities in Ardenwood are wheelchair accessible: Patterson House, Hay Barn, Train Ride, Granary, Cafe, restrooms, and wedding and reception sites. Most of the roads are paved and there are no significant grade changes.

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Rules and safety

House rules
Modern recreational equipment (e.g., frisbees, footballs, soccer balls, bicycles, balloons, and BBQs) are prohibited.

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