Acadia National Park - Old Farm: Station Ten

Old Farm, designed by architect Henry Richards, is a blend of Queen Anne and American colonial revival styles. The house features California redwood shingles and a granite foundation, supporting a large structure with numerous rooms and bathrooms. It was furnished with both new and familiar items from Boston. Old Farm served as a hub for hospitality, hosting notable guests and public officials, contributing to the establishment of Acadia National Park.

Who was the main architect behind the design of the Old Farm house?

• Frank Lloyd Wright

• Le Corbusier

• Zaha Hadid

• Henry Richards

What type of wood was used for the shingles of the Old Farm house?

• Maple

• California Redwood

• Birch

• Oak

How many bathrooms are there in the Old Farm house?

• Five

• Four

• Six

• Seven

What types of wood were used for the floors in the Old Farm house?

• Oak, Birch, and Maple

• Teak, Bamboo, and Ash

• Cherry, Walnut, and Mahogany

• Pine, Cedar, and Spruce

What was the Old Farm house's role in the community?

• A private residence

• A museum

• A school

• A center of hospitality for guests and public officers