Brendle Farms

Brendle Farms, also known as the Alexander Schaeffer Farm, is a historic site in Schaefferstown, Pennsylvania, featuring a Swiss bank house built around 1750. The property includes a variety of historic structures such as a bank barn, stone pigsty, and smokehouse, showcasing agricultural heritage. It is part of the Historic Schaefferstown museum and was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1972, with the Schaeffer House designated as a National Historic Landmark in 2011. This site offers a glimpse into early American farming and architecture, making it a fascinating destination for tourists and researchers alike.