Sheep in the 1770s at Minute Man
Several properties that are now part of Minute Man National Historical Park kept small herds of sheep in the 1770s. Captain William and Catharine Louisa Smith in Lincoln had the […]
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Sheep Shearing 2022 at Minute Man
Time to take off that winter coat! Sheep shearing day at Minute Man National Historical Park occurred in late March 2022, just in time for our New England spring weather. […]
A Unique Giving Opportunity
Purchase a wool fedora hat made from Minute Man sheep herd for $300 100% of sales to benefit sheep care! Minute Man National Historical Park is delighted to host a […]
Fall Park Day a Success!
Thanks to all the volunteers who joined us on Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021 at Park Day to help care for Minute Man National Historical Park. In the morning, a group […]
Lots of Lambs
Thank you to the dedicated staff and volunteer stewards who have been monitoring our very own maternity ward at Minute Man. The Carty Barn is home to a herd of […]
Scouts at the Park
Minute Man National Historical Park recently welcomed Hanscom Air Force Bases’ Scout Pack 173 for an enjoyable day of service before winter arrived. Pack 173 assisted in maintaining some of […]
Sheep on the Move!
Minute Man National Historical Park is home to a herd of twelve female miniature sheep. On a recent Saturday, Girl Scout Troop 82124 from Waltham, Massachusetts assisted with rotational grazing […]
Sheep Shearing at Minute Man
Like a day at the salon, our resident Ouessant sheep were treated to a haircut and nail treatment. Sheep shearing and hoof trimming was a quiet affair with social distancing […]