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May 18, 20202 min read
Hogs and Eggs
by Kaylin Beach, Museum Interpreter and Volunteer Coordinator First, there is no difference between a Pig and a Hog. Just two different...
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Accokeek Foundation
Apr 7, 20162 min read
That’s a Wrap! Lattes with Lambs
In like a lion and out like a lamb. No, I’m not talking about the month of April, but last Saturday’s annual Lattes with Lambs event at...
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Accokeek Foundation
Apr 17, 20153 min read
Volunteer Spotlight: Terrie-Lea Blueitt
Terrie-Lea poses with Hog Island lamb, Nigel. It’s National Volunteer Week and to celebrate, we’re kicking off a monthly Volunteer...
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Accokeek Foundation
Jan 30, 20154 min read
What to Expect When You’re Expecting… a Cow
Guest post by Mama Lynn #108. Mama Lynn and the ladies. photo by: A.Barnes Good mooooooorning! My name is Lynn – that’s Mama Lynn to you...
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Accokeek Foundation
Mar 31, 20141 min read
Lattes with Lambs: Behind the Scenes
Spring (even cold and snowy) is always a really fun time to be on site because of the new additions that join our ranks. That’s right,...
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Accokeek Foundation
Jan 21, 20141 min read
Some Days: A Poem
Some days my job I hate And I feel second rate On days when the frigid cold Makes my young body old Frozen hoses, iced up tanks,...
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Accokeek Foundation
Apr 26, 20133 min read
In honor of National Volunteer Week
In the wake of the bombing this month at the Boston Marathon, my facebook newsfeed was inundated with posts and statuses lamenting the...
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Accokeek Foundation
Feb 1, 20132 min read
Promises of New Life at the Farm
Continue reading more about what the new season holds in store for us here at the farm, as Livestock Manager, Polly Festa prepares for...
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Accokeek Foundation
Dec 29, 20111 min read
Bliss is Born at the National Colonial Farm
Just 9 days old! Bliss is a sweet addition to the Milking Devon herd. by Polly Festa, Livestock Manager It’s a girl! “Liz” of the...
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Accokeek Foundation
Jun 28, 20111 min read
Pic of the Week #5 – June 28
This week’s Pic of the Week photo was taken and sent to us by a frequent “visitor” to the farm. We absolutely love candid photos like...
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