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O’Bannon Woods Pioneer Farmstead

“Living History Farmstead Day,” featuring an 1850s Haypress demonstration, is an O’Bannon Woods State Park special attraction. The family-friendly event takes place at the Hickory Hollow Nature Center in the state park, which is west of Corydon. The Haypress is run by the park’s short-horned oxen. Farmstead Day also includes a working blacksmith shop, pioneer homestead, tomahawk throwing and a variety of pioneer demonstrations.

  • The Haypress demo is 1-2 p.m. Attendees will be able to meet, greet and get their photo taken with the oxen.
  • Farmstead Day activities run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.
  • Visit Memorial Day Weekend.
  • Gate fees of $7 in state, or $9 out of state apply.
  • O'Bannon pioneer farmstead
    7234 Old Forest Road SW, Corydon, IN 47112
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