Richard and Phyllis White Family Barn
The exact age of this small red barn is unknown. The family speculates that it was built in the 1910s. Very old barns are rare in this area, possibly due to the extensive Grand Kankakee Marsh that dominated this part of Starke County and other neighboring counties. Many areas were only farmable after extensive drainage systems were in place, an important note in agricultural history in Indiana.
The White family purchased the small farm in 1962 and it is definitely well-loved and cared for. Family and community members reminisce about many happy childhood hours spent playing in and around the barn. Memories of birthday parties, club meetings and hide-and-go-seek adventures are happily wrapped around every board in this barn.
I was very excited to complete an oil painting of this barn, capturing the long morning light on the east end, especially with the surrounding fall colors. It was October 2011. I chose a 16 x 26 inch panel.
All the barn paintings are for sale. Please contact Gwen to find out if the painting(s) you are interested in are sold or available.
