On the Barn Loft, see/hear the history of the 100+ year old Thumb Octagon Barn, how it was built using the tools of old, THEN what tools would be used if built today! Nothing like seeing the Barn up-close and personal from several heights! Michigan State University Extension (MSUE) will tell the story of life in rural Michigan in the 1920’s, including 4-H, and the changes today using modern household equipment in the kitchen/house. Thumb Electric House displays the effect on life style before electricity and since. THEN & NOW farm/yard equipment will be side by side to show size differences and $$ increases. This is a ‘must see’ SOn the Barn Loft, see/hear the history of the 100+ year old Thumb Octagon Barn, how it was built using the tools of old, THEN what tools would be used if built today! Nothing like seeing the Barn up-close and personal from several heights! Michigan State University Extension (MSUE) will tell the story of life in rural Michigan in the 1920’s, including 4-H, and the changes today using modern household equipment in the kitchen/house. Thumb Electric House displays the effect on life style before electricity and since. THEN & NOW farm/yard equipment will be side by side to show size differences and $$ increases. This is a ‘must see’ Station for School Tours 2025!tation for School Tours 2025! Note: Theme Station requires walking up a flight of stairs.
