Set on the scenic 85-acre farm south of the village, the site hosts living history cultural events and educational tours. The mid-18th-century Schaeffer House represents a rare survival of the European tradition of combining domestic and manufacturing activities in the same building. In this case, whiskey distilling was done on premises in the early days. The house has been on the National Register of Historic Places since 1972. The U. S. Secretary of the Interior designated it a National Historic Landmark in July 2011. A ceremony unveiling the National Historic Landmark plaque was held in June 2012.

While National Register listing indicates state-wide importance, Landmark status means that the site is of national significance, possessing “exceptional value or quality in illustrating or interpreting the heritage of the United States.” There are only 167 National Historic Landmarks in Pennsylvania and 2,500 in the United States. Prior to 2013, the farm had included 90 acres in total, however the village’s highway bypass construction shaved 5 acres from the western edge of the property.

The farm hosts HSI’s major seasonal events, including the Traditional Cherry Fair and Early American Craft Show, and the Fall Harvest Fair. The non-museum facilities on the farm are available for special events, including family reunions, vintage car shows, and more. Contact the HSI office for details.