Northeast: Fox Chase Farm

The city of Philadelphia is filled with noises. From horns, screeching tires and even the occasional obscenity, it is hard to find serenity within city limits. However, half an hour north of Center City lies Fox Chase Farm, the only working farm within city limits.
The area where Fox Chase Farm stands has been around since William Penn sold the land to Lord William Stanley of London in 1683.
Today Fox Chase Farm is more of an educational farm than what a standard farm is considered. They have events throughout the year to help promote education on varying agricultural concepts.
In 2010 alone, people of all ages learned about the process of making maple sugar, shearing sheep and proper grooming practices for the livestock on the farm. These events call for a small admission fee which is no more than three dollars for children and five dollars for adults.
With the fall season approaching there are few events left in the 2010 calendar year. An event for all ages is “Applefest” on Saturday Oct. 16, 2010. Those in attendance will participate in cider pressing, apple butter making, apple bobbing and enjoy live music. Admission is $5 for adults and teens and $3 for Children ages 3 to 12. Photos from the farm are below.
Nicole Dalrymple and Shaun Gallagher
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