Wheeler Historic Farm

Description
Wheeler Historic Farm is a living museum depicting farming and rural lifestyle in the early 1900s.  The farm features various farm animals such as cows, horses, pigs and chickens, as well as a restored farm house, kitchen garden, orchard, and fields of corn, wheat, alfalfa, and other crops.  Visitors may participate in farm activities and observe demonstrations of old manufacturing skills such as blacksmithing, quilting, butter and candle making.

Program Coordinator
Julie Zych, Wheeler Historic Farm, 6351 South 900 East, Salt Lake City, Utah 84121.  Telephone (801) 264-2241.

Volunteer Opportunities
Tour Guide  Volunteers guide tour groups through the farm house and around the farm telling visitors about life on the turn-of-the century Utah farm.
Craft Demonstrator  Volunteers demonstrate various "old world" crafts and skills such as quilting, making butter, soap and candles, and washing clothes by hand.
Special Events  Volunteers assist with special events, such as Scarecrow Masquerade and other seasonal events.

Training & Support
On the job training provided by the Wheeler Farm staff.  

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