See a cow being milked by a laser-guided robot in the dairy barn, or walk through the woodlot trails and simply enjoy nature.

Activities vary throughout the year so that there’s always a new experience to enjoy! Whether you’re planning a family outing or a birthday party, Springdale Farm is a place that people of all ages love to visit!

Springdale Farm is a public demonstration farm that is owned by Monroe County and operated by Heritage Christian Services, a non-sectarian human services agency that supports children and adults with developmental disabilities. The farm has been in operation since 1830, and today it provides unique demonstrations of modern agriculture.

Operated by Heritage Christian Services

Recognizing the value of education and community involvement for adults with developmental disabilities, Heritage Christian Services assumed the operations of Springdale Farm in 1993. The farm, part of Northampton Park, remains under the ownership of Monroe County and is a model of government/non-profit collaboration. 

Heritage Christian Services partners with thousands of people throughout Rochester and Buffalo to ensure everyone – including children, older adults and people with developmental disabilities – feels valued and respected. 

Recognizing the value of education and community involvement for adults with developmental disabilities, Heritage Christian Services assumed the operations of Springdale Farm in 1993. The farm, part of Northampton Park, remains under the ownership of Monroe County and is a model of government/non-profit collaboration. 

It is through its partnership with Monroe County, foundations and many local supporters that Heritage Christian Services is able to make Springdale Farm open to the public and recognized as an agricultural education center.
 

The Heritage Christian Services Mission 

Our compassionate and talented team reflects Christ’s inclusive love for all people, by honoring their dignity and worth and helping them to fulfill lives of endless possibility. 

Heritage Christian Services Values 

In our workplace, we value integrity, inclusion, compassion, excellence and joy. 

Work at Heritage Christian Services 

With nearly 4,000 employees across the greater Rochester and Buffalo-Niagara region, Heritage Christian Services is committed to supporting the wellbeing of its dedicated team of caring professionals through competitive wages, generous paid time off and comprehensive employee benefit plans, including health, vision and dental coverage. Employees also have access to additional resources designed to support them through their career, such as retirement contribution options, tuition assistance and success coaches to help them navigate through both personal and professional challenges. To learn more about employee benefits at Heritage Christian Services and apply to open positions, visit JoinHCS.org.   

Farm History

In 1876, Springdale Farm was purchased by James Adams and owned by his family for nearly a century. James Adams made Springdale primarily a fruit farm. When his son, Myron, took over, the farm remained prosperous until the 1930s when a major ice storm hit, damaging many of the fruit bearing trees. Myron then converted Springdale to a dairy farm and planted several crops including wheat, oats, corn, peas, string beans and potatoes. In 1960, the Adams family sold Springdale to another farmer and shortly afterwards, Springdale Farm was sold to Monroe County.

Community Partners

Springdale Farm is grateful for our community supporters!