# Historic Oak View County Park Winter Historic Goat Barn & Farm History Trails > Place to go for families in the Raleigh–Cary area (NC). Times are Eastern Time. - When: Open on its own schedule - Where: Historic Oak View County Park, 4028 Carya Dr, Raleigh, NC 27610 - Ages: All ages (friendly farm goats, paved paths, and interactive children's exhibits make this a toddler favorite) - Price: Free admission to farm park, historic barns, Farm History Center, and trails; free parking - Organizer: Wake County Parks, Recreation and Open Space - Official page: https://www.wake.gov/departments-government/parks-recreation-open-space - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 10, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/raleigh/activities/historic-oak-view-county-park-winter-historic-goat-barn-and-farm-histo--listing-c6e870e9b95014e1c365ba02 ## About Steeped in North Carolina agricultural history, Historic Oak View County Park is a 105-acre historic farmstead in East Raleigh dedicated to preserving rural heritage from the 1830s through the mid-20th century. A favorite winter stop for young families, the park is home to a cheerful herd of resident livestock goats that kids can greet at the barnyard fence. Families can explore the Plank Road Cotton Gin, the 1855 farm house, carriage house, and pecan grove. When chilly winds pick up, step inside the climate-controlled Farm History Center to view vintage farm tractors, examine antique farm toys, try out a pretend farmer market stand, and solve interactive farming puzzles. A gentle half-mile nature trail loops through quiet woods and past a scenic farm pond. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Paved sidewalks and crushed stone pathways connect all historic buildings, goat corrals, and the Farm History Center. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Heated Farm History Center features indoor seating, rocking chairs on the wide shaded porches, and clean family restrooms with changing stations. • Age Suitability: Highly recommended for toddlers, preschoolers, and elementary-age kids who love animals and hands-on historic exploration. • Sensory Tips: Gentle bleating of friendly goats and smell of fresh cedar and hay in the barnyard; indoor history center provides a quiet, calm learning environment. ## Similar picks in Raleigh - [Lake Benson Park & White Deer Park Winter Nature Center Exploration](https://grassyknees.com/raleigh/activities/lake-benson-park-and-white-deer-park-winter-nature-center-exploration--listing-22a69cfc6b5e765b1357c679) — Open on its own schedule · White Deer Park Nature Center & Lake Benson Park, Garner · All ages · Free · checked Nov 5. 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