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The Daily Insight

Who owns Summers Farm?

Author

Christopher Pierce

Updated on April 26, 2026

Teresa Summers Greenwood
Summers Farm, a staple in Frederick County’s farm events during the Fall, is celebrating its 20th year in agri-tourism. Owner Teresa Summers Greenwood opened the first agri-tourism event as a way to stay involved in the family farm.

How many acres is Summers Farm?

100-acre
After more than a decade of waiting, a mixed-use development slated for a portion of the 100-acre Summers Farm on Frederick city’s west side has received its first official plan approval.

When did Summers Farm host the first Fall Festival?

The oldest daughter, Teresa Summers had a vision of opening the farm up to all families so they can experience “life on the farm” and learn about the importance of agriculture in our world. She started the festival in 1996 with exactly this plan.

When was Summers Farm founded?

Established in 1997. The success of Summers Farm dates back to 1934 when John Arthur Summers and his wife Ruth Schaffer purchased the land. Initially, the dairy farm consisted exclusively of Guernsey cows. Eventually, their three sons pitched in as farming was very labor intensive in thos……

When is sumsummers farm reopening?

Summers Farm is temporarily closed. Scheduled to reopen on August 21, 2021. “ There is no shortage of corn mazes and pumpkin patches this time of year but this is by far my favorite. ” in 17 reviews Established in 1997. The success of Summers Farm dates back to 1934 when John Arthur Summers and his wife Ruth Schaffer purchased the land.

Is the food at summer’s farm worth it?

Food at the Summer’s Farm is okay, a bit overpriced but what you can expect at any festival like event. Definitely do bring your own food if you want to avoid costs. My favorite part of the event was the firework show at night starting at 7:30PM.

Who is summers Christmas Tree Farm?

In 1950 Richard and Louise Summers planted the first seedlings on a 130 acre plot which began a full-fledged family business selling their first crop of trees seven years later. That’s me (Bill) the little guy in the family photo. In 1995 we added the Christmas Shop with unique items that can only be found at Summers Christmas Tree Farm.