Preservation Projects

Dedicated to preserving Oaklawn Farm's historic buildings and barns.

Heritage Restoration
The Lower Barn Project

Phase 1: The timber frame structural component of the barn was reinforced was completed in 2021.

Phase 2: New siding, paint, windows and internal electrical upgrades are scheduled for Spring 2026.

The Upper Barn Project

Phase 1: The timber frame structural component of the barn was reinforced was completed in 2021.

Phase 2: Extensive upgrades to the electrical service, lighting, stalls, flooring, tack room and water supply in 2023. Siding, paint and roof were deemed to be in decent repair and deferred to a later date.

Through community engagement initiatives, we invite local residents and visitors to participate in the preservation efforts, fostering a shared appreciation for Oaklawn Farm's rich history and cultural heritage.

Overall focus is on maintaining the integrity of the historic structure, ensuring its significance is preserved for future generations to appreciate and enjoy.

Historic Preservation

Dedicated to preserving Oaklawn Farm's rich heritage and history.

A large old barn with a weathered roof and a white exterior, featuring a mural of colorful flowers and the text 'Clinton County 1810-2010'. Greenery surrounds the barn, and a small window with shutters is visible on the side.
A large old barn with a weathered roof and a white exterior, featuring a mural of colorful flowers and the text 'Clinton County 1810-2010'. Greenery surrounds the barn, and a small window with shutters is visible on the side.
A rustic red wooden barn with a weathered appearance stands next to a tall, cylindrical silo under a clear blue sky. The structure sits on a grassy patch with some small white windows and a gravel path nearby.
A rustic red wooden barn with a weathered appearance stands next to a tall, cylindrical silo under a clear blue sky. The structure sits on a grassy patch with some small white windows and a gravel path nearby.
A wooden barn with a corrugated metal roof stands in a frosty field. The barn is constructed from horizontal logs and surrounded by dry, frozen grass. In the background, a few other structures can be seen, along with bare trees and a dull sky, suggesting a cold, winter environment.
A wooden barn with a corrugated metal roof stands in a frosty field. The barn is constructed from horizontal logs and surrounded by dry, frozen grass. In the background, a few other structures can be seen, along with bare trees and a dull sky, suggesting a cold, winter environment.
A rustic wooden barn stands amidst a winter landscape. Surrounding trees are bare, dusted with a light layer of snow. In front of the barn, a few large green hay bales are stacked. A wooden fence in the foreground is also covered with snow, adding to the serene, chilly atmosphere.
A rustic wooden barn stands amidst a winter landscape. Surrounding trees are bare, dusted with a light layer of snow. In front of the barn, a few large green hay bales are stacked. A wooden fence in the foreground is also covered with snow, adding to the serene, chilly atmosphere.
A rustic stone barn with a weathered metal door stands prominently, featuring arched brick window designs on its facade. Sheep graze peacefully on the lush green grass surrounding the barn, with one resting on a grassy mound in front of the door. The serene countryside landscape includes some trees and shrubs in the background.
A rustic stone barn with a weathered metal door stands prominently, featuring arched brick window designs on its facade. Sheep graze peacefully on the lush green grass surrounding the barn, with one resting on a grassy mound in front of the door. The serene countryside landscape includes some trees and shrubs in the background.
A rustic red wooden barn stands in the cold, with patches of snow clinging to its surface. An old wooden cart, also dusted with snow, is leaning against the barn. The ground is partially covered in snow, with a mix of dirt and gravel.
A rustic red wooden barn stands in the cold, with patches of snow clinging to its surface. An old wooden cart, also dusted with snow, is leaning against the barn. The ground is partially covered in snow, with a mix of dirt and gravel.
Preserving Oaklawn Farm's historic legacy for future generations.

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THE MISSION OF THE OAKLAWN FARM HISTORIC FOUNDATION IS TO PRESERVE AND PROTECT THE BUILDINGS, GROUNDS, PHOTOS, AND ART THAT ILLUSTRATE THE SIGNIFICANCE OF THIS SITE THAT IS ALSO ON THE NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES. THE BUILDINGS AND ARTIFACTS BEING PRESERVED BY THE FOUNDATION DATE BACK TO 1836 WHEN THE ORIGINAL HOUSE WAS BULIT BY SOLOMON DUNHAM. THE SITE BECAME A WORLD FAMOUS IMPORTING AND HORSE BREEDING ESTABLISHMENT THAT ATTRACTED NOTABLES FROM ALL PARTS OF AMERICA AND EUROPE. IT lS THE PRESERVATION OF THIS 43 ACRE PROPERlY AND ITS VERY RICH HISTORY THAT DEFINES THE FOUNDATION'S FOCUS AND COMMITMENT.

ADDITIONAL PURPOSE: ADDITIONAL PURPOSES FOR THE CORPORATION INCLUDE PROVIDING EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES TO THE PUBLIC TO VISIT AND VIEW THE HISTORICALLY SIGNIFICANT GROUNDS AND STRUCTURES AND ALSO TO PRESERVE THE OPEN SPACES OF THE VILLAGE OF WAYNE AND TO ENHANCE AND PRESERVE THE RICH EQUESTRIAN HISTORY OF THE PROPERTY AND THE SURROUNDING AREA.