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John Brown Farm State Historic Site
John Brown Farm State Historic Site Review
Abolitionist John Brown lived for a short time on this 244-acre farm. In October 1859, Brown and his followers attempted to spark a slave revolt by taking over the federal arsenal at Harper's Ferry, West Virginia. His two sons and several of his followers were killed, and Brown was tried and executed. His body was brought back and buried here. A cross-country ski trail, a nature trail, and a picnic area are on the grounds, which are open all year.
- Address: 2 John Brown Rd., off Rte. 73, Lake Placid, NY, 12946 | Map It
- Phone: 518/523-3900
- Cost: $2
- Hours: House May--Oct., Wed.--Mon. 10--5. Grounds year-round.
- Website: www.nysparks.state.ny.us
- Location: Lake Placid
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