Bernard Family Farm

Nestled in the heart of Southern Illinois, just southeast of Mt. Vernon, Bernard Family Farm is a fifth-generation, 100+ year-old working farm that seamlessly blends traditional agriculture with modern fiber arts.

Farm Highlights:

Fiber Animal Husbandry: Home to alpacas, Babydoll Southdown sheep, and English Angora rabbits, the farm specializes in producing high-quality fiber.

Educational Tours: Private farm tours are available by appointment, offering visitors the chance to meet, touch, and feed the animals, and learn about fiber processing.

Farm Store: The on-site store features a variety of handmade fiber products, including yarns, felted soaps, hats, scarves, and more.

Workshops & Classes:

The farm offers classes in fiber arts, such as needle felting, providing hands-on experiences for all skill levels.

Special Events:

Bernard Family Farm participates in events like National Alpaca Farm Days, inviting the public to engage with the farm's activities. Visitors are encouraged to schedule appointments for tours and classes to ensure a personalized experience.

Please note that, for the safety of all animals and guests, pets are not permitted on the farm premises.