Holz Farm, originally an eighty-acre parcel, located at 4665 Manor Drive was settled in the 1870s. The property remained in the family until 1993 with the passing of Otto and Ella Holz.

A picturesque farm, with charm and character only years can create, would soon become one of many residential developments in Eagan. Interested residents initiated a grassroots campaign to save the site as a living history farm and Eagan City Council Members illustrated great vision by purchasing the farm in 1995 for that use.

Holz Farm bridges Eagan’s past and present, old and young, and rural and urban communities. Visitors can experience family life from the Great Depression through World War II. Holz Farm provides the community with an educational, cultural, and historical resource. The farm offers a unique opportunity to experience rural life as it once existed in Eagan through events and programming benefiting people of all ages. A Walking Tour of Holz Farm booklet has been developed for those that want to learn more about each of the buildings on the property as well as the history of Holz Farm.

Holz Farm 2026 Events

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 9 a.m.—12 p.m.
Clean-Up Day

Volunteers are needed to get Holz Farm ready for the season. Interested volunteers can sign up here.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 from 8:30 a.m.—12 p.m.
Eagan Garden Club Plant Sale

Get started with your spring planting and support the Eagan Garden Club! Plants include hanging baskets and a selection of natives, perennials, annuals, vegetables, and herbs.

Sunday, May 17, 2026 from 11 a.m.—3 p.m.; $3 per person
Spring Festival

The Friends of the Farm and the City of Eagan invite you to learn about life on the farm. Enjoy a hayride, tour the house, and listen to live music! Tickets required for all individuals 12 months and older, tickets available at onsite or ahead of time at discovereagan.com.

Thursday, Jun. 4, 2026 from 9—10:30 a.m.
Coffee on the Front Porch

Enjoy a relaxing morning sipping coffee and having conversations with Friends of the Farm on the pristine grounds of Holz Farm.

Tuesday, Jun. 16, 2026 from 5:30—7:30 p.m.
Old Fashioned Picnic

Pack your picnic and explore the grounds of Holz Farm! Learn about the history of the farm from Friends of the Farm members and enjoy music by The Jugsluggers. 

Sunday, Aug.16, 2026 from 2—4 p.m.
Visiting at the Farm: Cookies and Quilts with Otto & Ella

As was the tradition in the 1940's, families would go 'visiting' on Sunday afternoons. Visit Holz Farm and enjoy special cookies in the farmhouse and beautiful quilts on display.

Jun. 29–Jul. 2, Jul. 6–9, Jul. 20–23, and Jul. 27–30
Holz Farm Camps

Experience 1940's era farm life-at Holz Farm Camp! Participants will learn about life on a farm through hands-on-experiences! Register ahead of time at discovereagan.com. Ages 5–12

Friday, Aug. 21, 2026 from 5:30—8 p.m.; $65 per person
Farm to Table Dinner

Enjoy an intimate outdoor dining experience on the picturesque grounds of Historic Holz Farm. A locally sourced menu has been developed specifically for this unique occasion. Must be 21+. Tickets will be available in early May at discovereagan.com

Saturday, Sept.19, 2026 from 11 a.m.—3 p.m.; $3 per person
Harvest Festival

The Friends of the Farm and Eagan Parks & Recreation invite you to join them for a day of fall fun. This 1940s era farm brings you back to yesteryear and what farming was like back in Eagan's early days. Tickets are required for all individuals 12 months and older and are available at discovereagan.com or onsite.

Sunday, Dec. 6, 2026 from 12—3 p.m.
Old Fashioned Holiday

Enjoy an outdoor holiday celebration at Historic Holz Farm. Take a self-guided tour of the grounds, a hayride, and a chance to warm up around the bonfire. Santa will be making an appearance from the North Pole until 2:45 p.m. Bundle up and enjoy an afternoon making memories at Historic Holz Farm.

Friends of the Farm

Friends of the Farm, a non-profit land stewardship organization staffed by volunteers, is dedicated to cultivating an appreciation of farm life at Holz Farm. This non-profit organization plans and conducts a wide variety of events that provide educational, entertaining, historical, and cultural perspectives, appealing to a wide range of interests and ages.

If you are looking for a rewarding volunteer experience with an organization who believes in preserving our heritage, connecting the past with the present, building community pride and providing a historical resource for the ever-changing world around us, contact Eagan Parks & Recreation at 651-675-5500, TTY 651-454-8535.

Board Meetings

The public is welcome to attend the Friends of the Farm board meetings. Meetings are typically held on the second Thursday of the month at 5:30 p.m. (January-November) at the Historic Holz Farmhouse. Contact Parks & Recreation at 651-675-5500 if you wish to attend the annual meeting or to confirm the date, time, and location.

Board of Directors

• Joel Klein: President
• Chris Johnson: Vice President
• Melodee Cannon: Treasurer
• Linda Klein: Secretary
• Rick Johnson
• Jennifer Johnson
• Don Holz
• Lee Markell
• Mark Martinson

Student Scholarships

Did you know that the Friends of the Farm provide annual scholarships to High School students looking to go to college in the agricultural field?

As of 2025, the Friends of the Farm Board has awarded a total of 26 scholarships totaling $20,500. This scholarship program has been running for 19 years.

2025 Scholarship Awardees

• Leo Klement
• Henry Langevin

Annual Report

Community Gardens

The Friends of the Farm organization, along with support from the City of Eagan, offers select Community Garden plots at Holz Farm.

• A maximum of 16 plots that are 20 feet x 20 feet (400 square feet) are available.
• There is a fee of $30 per plot.
  • Gardeners are required to volunteer for a minimum of 3 hours at the farm.
• All participants must attend an orientation meeting.

For more information on Community Gardens, call Eagan Parks and Recreation at 651-675-5500.