Come and Explore Our Amazing Home & Activities
Learn About Our History
Private Tours
Please contact us to arrange a private tour of Varlebena Farms.
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While we do not charge for private tours, we greatly appreciate a donation that is significant to you and the size of your party that will be joining us.
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Please understand that we are a working farm and have limited availability.
Come Enjoy the Farm
Come to one of our amazing events to experience our animal sanctuary and become a part of our community.
Explore How Horses Can Help Heal
One-on-One Equine Therapy
Come interact with our horses and our equine therapist to experience the healing power of horses.
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One or two hour session
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Our therapist will work with the individual and the horse in collaboration
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Original Log Cabin
Settler's Trace (c.1819)
"Where the Past Is Just a Moment Away"
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Two-story, double pen, dog trot log building, with rear two-story ell
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It is on its original location
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In c. 1710, the French increased the development of their territory along the Mississippi River, which it claimed as part of France’s explorations in the 17th century
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The French surveyed the land surrounding the Mississippi River bluffs north of St. Louis
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In 1737, France completed a survey north of current Elsberry, MO--a portion of it was, “The Robert Carter Tract”
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In 1762, France ceded lands west of the Mississippi River to Spain
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In 1800, the land was ceded back to France
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In 1803, Napoleon sold the land to the United States (Louisiana Purchase) and “The Robert Carter Tract” was part of it
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In c. 1819, on a portion of the original 1737 “Robert Carter Tract,” Settler’s Trace was built
Weddings
Pickles - Rent for a Wedding
Use pickles, our miniature horse, as a cute addition to your special day.
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Flower Boy
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Photography with Pickles and Flowers
Get Your Hands Dirty
Volunteering
Become a part of our amazing community by volunteering around the farm. Check out the opportunities here.
