It is an exciting time on the grounds of the historic Hardman Farm – the cows are back!
For much of the year, the Nacoochee Mound pasture is home to dairy cattle that are raised to become milking cows. The field remains vacant during the winter months, allowing the land to rest. But as late February or early March approaches, the cows return, symbolizing the season’s shift and marking the return of full-time operations at the farm.
The cows returned this week, and Hardman Farms State Historic Site is marking the event with its annual Cows Come Home Celebration.
This year’s celebration is on Saturday, March 1, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the historic farm site at 143 Highway 17 in Sautee-Nacoochee, just outside Helen, Georgia. This annual event, complete with family-friendly activities and historical demonstrations, draws crowds from across the region to celebrate the area’s rich agricultural heritage.
There will be live music. Local artists and craftspeople will have goods for sale, including handmade soaps, wooden jewelry, sewn products, original paintings, baked goods, and more. Visitors can grab lunch from a local food truck, Mutt & Jeff’s Smokehouse BBQ, or a snack from Old Fashioned Fun Food.
“At a time of year when we’re all waiting for longer days and warmer weather, we’re excited to provide a day for our community that celebrates the rich history and uniqueness of our local area,” says Hardman Farms Assistant Manager Sarah Summers. “There really is something for everyone at this festival—you should bring your whole herd.”
Admission is $8 per person (children 5 and under are free). For more information, contact the Hardman Farm Visitors Center at 706-878-1077.
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