HISTORY
George and Maude Phypers purchased Greenwood Farm in 1908, acquiring a storied property whose history reaches back to 1798.
The 1880s barn, believed to be the oldest structure in Richmond Heights, became a defining feature of the site and a key reason Greenwood Farm was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2016.
After a fire destroyed the original nineteenth-century farmhouse, the Phypers built the brick home that still greets visitors at the front of the property in 1917. Remarkably, all eight members of the family escaped the blaze unharmed.​
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In 2006, the city of Richmond Heights purchased the farm to preserve and maintain the property as a public park. ​
Blending history, nature, and recreation, Greenwood Farm continues to grow as a vibrant space for residents to connect, learn and enjoy the outdoors.​ ​
NON-PROFIT
The Greenwood Farm Historical, Cultural and Arts Association, Inc. was established as a 501c3 non-profit to support the preservation of Greenwood Farm and foster community engagement through arts, education and culture.
The Greenwood Farm Association partners with the City of Richmond Heights to honor and sustain this unique historic site. While the City owns and maintains the park, the nonprofit enriches the community by hosting events, offering educational programs and supporting fundraising efforts that ensure Greenwood Farm remains a place of connection and inspiration for future generations.
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Become a member of the Greenwood Farm community today. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, we rely on the generosity of donors to support our mission.
