REBECCA BLACKLETTER - Norristown Farm Park
Last Thursday, the Club welcomed REBECCA BLACKLETTER to speak about the Norristown Farm Park where she is the Environmental Educator. Rebecca talked about the history of the park from the acquisition of 7000 acres by William Penn in 1680, sale to Isaac Norris and William Trent, the construction of buildings in the 1700's some of which still stand today, the creation of the Norristown State Hospital in 1876, to its present use as leased and community agriculture enterprises. The area now has 8 miles of paved trails and another 5 miles of nature trails for public enjoyment in a park that was dedicated in 1995. She related how the area is used by the PA Horticultural Society and several local organizations for use as community gardens. The Farm holds several events each year, mostly free, such as hiking , crafts fairs, bird watching, and other nature related gatherings, and is the host to over 150 programs throughout the year for schools and other local organizations.
Thank you Rebecca for updating us on this important local resource.
For more information contact Rebecca at: Rebecca.blackletter@montgomerycountypa.gov