The building to your left is a Russian style barn, a century-old reflection of Volga German homesteaders who came to this area at the beginning of the 20th century. The influence of Volga Germans on the Huntley Project is still felt today. Since . . . — — Map (db m309171) HM
Germans settled in Russia’s Volga River Valley beginning in 1762, when Catherine the Great launched an aggressive campaign to increase agricultural production. She promised Germans freedom of religion, free land or cash grants to obtain farm . . . — — Map (db m309188) HM
This 16' x 20' Russian Style Barn was built by Jacob Baum in 1911. Made of cottonwood 2" x 4"s sawed by Charlie Kindmoth, the boards were laid flat for better strength. The structure was actively used as a livestock barn from 1911 to 1978 and was . . . — — Map (db m309154) HM
