Scarecrow Village Makes Debut on Saturday, Sept. 26
COOPERSTOWN—Beginning this Saturday, September 26, Fenimore Farm and Country Village presents “Scarecrow Village: Once Upon a Time,” a family-friendly autumn experience featuring imaginative scarecrow creations inspired by beloved stories, folklore, fantasy and history.
Thirty-four scarecrow exhibits, created by artists, families and community groups, will be on display, officials said. Individuals and groups involved include: Alison Dodge, Amelia Monahan, Bailee Clem and Annemarie Morton, Bethany Solomon, Carol Lernihan, Christian Pfeifer, Colin Havener, Colin Weeks, Cooperstown Graduate Program, Cooperstown Winter Carnival, Cornell Cooperative Extension, Cub Scout Pack #2254, Doreen Charon, Elizabeth Guiney, Fenimore Visitor Services and Membership, Girl Scout Troop #30079, Girl Scout Troop #20062, Girl Scout Troop #3929, Heidi Opdyke, Heidi Stanton, Jennifer Torrance, Lake and Valley Garden Club, Makiya West, Mary Louise Giery, Matthew Monahan, Melody Gibson, Parking Lot Homeschoolers, Quigley Academy of Irish Dance, Sam Shepard, Skyler Stanton-Miritello, and Spencer Cox.
According to a press release, each visitor will receive a map to track their journey as they seek to find 30 hand-crafted crows hidden around the village. Visitors are also invited to vote for their favorite scarecrow display at the “Crow’s Nest,” and a commemorative pin will be available at Todd’s General Store or the farm gift shop to mark the end of the adventure.
“Scarecrow Village: Once Upon a Time” will be on view through Sunday, November 1. Fall hours for Fenimore Farm and Country Village are Tuesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission includes the experience; members are admitted free. Tickets are available at the door or online at fenimorefarm.org.
