Duncan Farm

Duncan Farm is a historic agricultural property with archaeological remains located in Jersey County, Illinois. The site contains building foundations and landscape features that document farming practices and land use patterns from the 18th and 19th centuries.

The property received National Register of Historic Places designation in 1982 in recognition of its importance to regional agricultural history. The site reflects early settlement patterns during the 18th and 19th centuries when farming shaped the landscape of Jersey County.

The site serves as an educational resource for researchers studying historical farming methods and settlement patterns in the American Midwest region.

The archaeological site is accessible by walking trails that allow visitors to explore without damaging the grounds. Plan to visit during dry weather when pathways are easiest to navigate, and wear appropriate footwear for outdoor terrain.

The site combines visible building remains with buried archaeological deposits that together reveal how people lived and farmed in this location over time. This combination of above-ground structures and subsurface discoveries provides a more complete understanding of past settlement than either source alone could offer.

Location: Jersey County

GPS coordinates: 38.96810,-90.51360

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:43