Moore-Hancock
Farmstead

Austin, Texas

About

Austin’s Only Remaining Log House on Its Original Site

The Moore-Hancock Farmstead, built in 1849, showcases Austin's only remaining log house on its original site. The complex also contains the original rock summer kitchen with a root cellar and hand-excavated well and small log barn.

Visiting the Farmstead

Celebrating Black History Month Open House

Last Sunday in February, 2:00 - 4:00PM
FREE

Guided Tours

Guided Tours at 10:00 AM on the first Saturday of the month
March through November

*Reservation Required*

School Field Trips

Volunteering

Volunteering at the Farmstead

The Farmstead needs docents to help visitors fully appreciate their visit. Folks who are history buffs as well as those who enjoy archaeology or architecture find being docents here a rewarding kind of community giveback.