The two decades depicted by the farm saw the advent of tractors, milking machines, mechanical bailers and other improvements in modern agriculture. But the change was gradual. In addition to draft horses, the farm is home to chickens, peacocks, rabbits, sheep, goats, pigs, cows and other livestock common to the early farms of Fairfax County. Visitors can pet the friendly farm animals, watch the farm hands at work, enjoy a picnic or take a walk through a country setting. The farm is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily.
Groups are welcome and guided tours are available by appointment.
The four-room Schoolhouse, built in 1911 to replace the old Floris School, served youngsters in grades one through seven and the first two years of high school. Renovated in 1983, the Schoolhouse is now the hub of the park's arts and crafts, fitness, children's classes and summer camp programs. The Moffett Blacksmith Shop was operated in the town of Herndon by Joseph Moffett and his son, Henry. It served local farmers from 1904 until 1955. The shop was moved to Frying Pan Park in 1975 and it contains much of the smithy's original equipment.