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Day Out with Frank and Ella-Harvest on the Farm

  • Date: 07/19/2018 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM  
  • Location: Mahaffie Stagecoach Stop & Farm
    1200 E. Kansas City Road
    Olathe, Kansas 66061
  • Introduction: Visitors of all ages are invited to experience childhood activities from the 1870s. The theme is Harvest on the Farm

wheat harvestFrank and Ella were the youngest Mahaffie children. A Day Out with Frank and Ella helps visitors of all ages experience childhood in the 1870s. 

Harvest on the Farm activities may feature:

  • ^Horse powered wheat harvest demonstrations
  • ^Helping bundle wheat
  • Learn about gardening, and see ice cream demonstrations: 1860s style! 
  • Visit the Mahaffie House
  • Blacksmith demonstrations
  • Stagecoach Rides*

Cost is $5/youth and includes a stagecoach ride. Youth under 18 years must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. One free adult admission for one paid youth admission. Optional: $2 cost for a stagecoach ride for each free adult. Additional adults are $5. 

*Weather Alert*If the heat index reaches 105 degrees today, and for the safety of the horses, stagecoach rides will be replaced with another hands-on horse activity. Thank you for understanding.  

^Due to the anticipated rain, we may not be able to harvest our wheat. Other living history activities are available.

Activities are open to visitors of all ages. Groups of 10 or more are encouraged to register. Visit our programs page for more information. 

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