The most scenic of Howell Living History Farm's harvesting operations takes place each July when farmers cut and shock the year's crop of "winter wheat".

Drawn by 3 big horses clad in medieval-looking flynets, Cyrus McCormick's "reaper-binder" will chatter through waves of ripened grain, cutting and bundling it into sheaves. The public is invited to watch, photograph, or work with the harvest crew. Jumping ahead to the 21st century, a modern combine will be harvesting wheat as well.

Visitors can try their hand at milling in the granary from 1:00pm-3:00pm, and taste homemade wheat bread throughout the day. Freshly ground wheat flour will be available for sale.

Children's craft program: Wheat Doll
On a walk-in basis (Groups of eight or more must pre-register)
Time: 11:00am to 3:00pm
Approximate time to complete project: 20 minutes
Materials fee: $2.00