Philip Foster Farm

The Philip Foster Farm sits on the site of pioneer Philip Foster's 1840s land claim in Eagle Creek, Oregon, where Foster helped fund, build, and operate the Barlow Road, the toll route that guided thousands of covered wagons into the Willamette Valley between 1848 and 1865. Today the farm is operated as a museum by the Jacknife-Zion-Horseheaven Historical Society, with historic structures on the grounds including an 1850 schoolhouse and the Lucy House. The farm's sprawling, history-rich grounds host weddings, corporate events, and anniversary parties for up to 200 guests, offering a rustic and distinctive backdrop for a celebration. Rental includes non-exclusive use of the grounds from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. on the event day, along with a rehearsal period the day before, picnic tables, public restrooms, cleanup, and parking. Horses are welcome with self-provided fencing, though the farm maintains no-smoking and no-pets policies throughout the property, including the parking lot.