This is an artist's rendition of how the Horn Farm Center for Agricultural Education will look when developed. The center will put a spotlight on "the past, present and future of York County agricultural," according to center's mission statement. Background posts: 'It's so sad to see such a great piece of architecture fall down', York County agrarianism vs. industrialization, Part I and Part II & III.
Once upon a time, a York feed manufacturer and retailer loved land he owned in the country.
As a history published in 2000 goes, he made products that aided the agricultural community but was not a farmer himself.
But he enjoyed his Hellam Township property with its barns, fields of grain and livestock. And he loved showing it off.
He died in 1964, and 17 years later, his wife and daughters gave the farm to York County.
A sign gives his name: ...
