Oliver Kelley Farm Educational Programs

The Oliver Kelley Farm, operated by the Minnesota Historical Society, is a significant educational resource focused on historical and agricultural education. Located in Elk River, Minnesota, the farm provides immersive field trip experiences that transport students back to the 1860s to understand farming, food, and agriculture of the past and compare it with present-day practices. These programs are primarily designed for grades K-4 but are flexible and can be adapted for all educational levels, making them ideal for homeschool groups. Students can participate in hands-on activities such as farming tasks, learning about the life and culture of past rural societies, and understanding agricultural history. The farm provides a robust platform for students to engage with history actively and compare it with contemporary agricultural practices.