Brotherton Farm

Brotherton Farm is a historic agricultural complex in Guilford Township, Pennsylvania, featuring a two-story limestone house, a spring house, and a large barn. The property contains several original structures that demonstrate how farmers built and organized their workplaces during the 1800s.

The farm was built in 1820 and added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1979. It represents an important period when farmers in Pennsylvania were developing new building styles suited to their agricultural needs.

The farm shows how rural families organized their daily lives and built their homes during the 1800s. Walking through the property reveals the practical arrangement of spaces used for living, storing water, and keeping animals.

The property sits southwest of Chambersburg along Falling Spring Road, making it easy to locate by car. Visitors should note that this is a private property with historic structures, so it's best to view from public areas and respect any boundaries.

The limestone house displays architectural details from the Federal period that are less common in rural Pennsylvania properties. The surviving spring house reveals how farmers solved the practical problem of storing fresh water before modern plumbing existed.

Location: Pennsylvania

Inception: 1820

GPS coordinates: 39.91190,-77.61610

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:01