“Independence Day Weekend on the Farm,” featuring an 1850s hay press demonstration, will be offered at O’Bannon Woods State Park. The family-friendly event takes place at the Hickory Hollow Nature Center in the state park, which is west of Corydon.
The main feature is a demonstration of the nationally unique 1850 hay press, which is run by Forest and Gump, the park’s short-horned oxen. The hay press demo is at 1 p.m. Attendees will be able to meet, greet and get their photo taken with the oxen.
The park’s Living Pioneer Farmstead features a working blacksmith shop, pioneer homestead, tomahawk throwing and a variety of pioneer demonstrations.
Hours: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday

Gate fees of $7 in state, or $9 out of state apply