History: The Gardens

The formal garden is situated behind Joel Lane's home. It is not believed that Joel Lane possessed such a garden with its clipped hedges and brick parterres. Most likely, his back yard was a typical farm's swept ground with…

The herb garden is situated adjacent to the Kitchen building for easy access for use in cooking. However, in Joel Lane's time, herbs had additional uses: as medicines (Feverfew), insecticides (Tansy). to mask odors (Lavender), and…