A barn jacket is a loose-fitting, mid-hip length jacket that can be used for tough outdoor jobs. It can be made of various fabrics and lined for warmth. Some styles are fashionable, while others are more utilitarian. A barn jacket is a loose-fitting jacket that buttons down the front and hits about mid-hip. In its […]
In the past, hay was stored loosely in a barn using pitchforks. This protected it from mold and wind, and allowed for easy distribution to animals. With modern baling equipment, hay can be stored in outbuildings. Old barns are often repurposed. Modern hay is often delivered to farms in compressed bundles called bales, but in […]
Barn raising was a community event in colonial America where members cooperated to build structures. The tradition has largely vanished, but is still alive in the Amish community and in organizations like Habitat for Humanity. Barns were important for farmers and required community cooperation. The concept of working together for a common goal still exists […]
