Welcome to Stearns Farm

Come spend an afternoon at Stearns Homestead, the last working, educational farm in Parma, Ohio. This forty eight acre farm has lots of animals – always a favorite with the children – as well as several historic museum houses and a Yankee barn, loaded with antiques and historic items.

We also have a country store and a Farmers Market throughout the summer and fall, where you can purchase homestead and locally grown produce, products made from goats milk, local honey, baked goods and much more. Be sure to come early; our fresh eggs go quickly!

So, whether you’re a history buff, a teacher, parent or grandparent looking for a kid friendly fun and educational activities, come experience a slice of old fashioned farm life, right in your backyard!

Stearns Homestead is FREE!

Hours open to the public:

  • Saturday and Sunday 12 noon- 4:00 p.m.,
  • May through Mid-October
  • Special winter holiday events.

News from the Barnyard

Stearns Homstead 2012 Event Schedule

By Kimberly Kickel on December 20, 2011

Mark your calendars! Here is our 2012 Event Schedule. Watch the website for more details as these events get closer.
April 22nd – Earth day
May 20th – Opening day
June 16th – Sunset at the farm & Flag burning ceremony
June 23rd – Farmer’s Market Opening Day
July 14th-15th – Antiques and Collectibles
August 18th – [...]

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Adopt an Animal

By Kimberly Kickel on December 14, 2011

Looking for a unique gift for an animal lover? Consider the adopt an animal program at Stearns Farm. You’ll be helping out a great cause. We rely on the genorsity of donors and our adoptive parents who support our animals to keep the farm running. There are many events throughout the [...]

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Thank you!

By Kimberly Kickel on December 5, 2011

We would like to thank everyone who came out to the farm this past weekend for Christmas on the Farm. Santa, Mrs. Claus, and all the animals really enjoyed seeing everybody! We are very thankful for everyone who visited us during the 2011 season. Your support helps us to continue the operation [...]

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Boy with chicken. ©2009 Michelle Mihalek

Boy with chicken. ©2009 Michelle Mihalek

Parma Historical Society

The farm is also the current home of the Parma Historical Society, and a member of:

  • The Ohio Associations of Historic Societies and Museums
  • The Northeastearn Ohio Inter-Museum Council
  • The Parma Area Chamber of Commerce
  • Cuyahoga County Farm Bureau

We are certified as a non-profit organization with 501(c)(3) status. Homestead Wish List Canned cat food Apples, lettuce, carrots and Cheerios ****Donations are urgently needed toward feed purchase for the animals .*** a Laptop computer for inventory of museum items  ***Remember we are a 501(c)(3) organization and all donations are tax deductible. Drop off your donation anytime, any day…leave it on the porch of the big white house. (Gibbs house) *************************************************** Checks can be made out and sent to: Stearns Homestead P.O. Box 29002 Parma, Ohio   44129 The volunteers and the animals would really appreciate it.

The holidays are coming up do you send a donation to a non profit organization, we could use your help.  We still have our matching funds donation going.  A former youth group member is matching up to 1,000 dollars. He is a young college student. Can you please help. It would be nice if we could get more then 1,000 dollars.  We only have the one event in the winter but the animals still need to be fed and  they need bedding and veterinary care.  We appreciate everyone who has helped in the past.  Thank you very much.

You can also give that unique gift, you can adopt an animal for someone for the holidays or a birthday or just for fun.  Go to Lend a Hand and under that Adopt an Animal.

For a small fee anyone can adopt one, or more, of their farm favorites for a full year. New parents will receive a certificate of adoption and a photo of their adoptee. They will also have their name added to the adoption board for all to see. During the year Stearns Homestead will host a special appreciation day. At this event parents will have the opportunity to interact with their farm friends on a personal level.