It is said that the Jenne Farm in Reading is not only the most photographed farm in VT, but it’s the most photographed in North America. Considering how many farms there are, this is a pretty amazing accomplishment. Let’s take a look at this quintessential farm and why photographers say it’s a “must stop” and shoot for yourself.
This is the Jenne Farm which is one of the most photographed farms in the world.
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The early morning light which casts upon the buildings has drawn photographers from all over to capture it themselves.
Flickr/Alison Richards
It’s no surprise that fall foliage is a favorite time to capture this quintessential setting.
Flickr/Michelle Starks
But how was this spot discovered by photographers?
Flickr/Jitze Couperus
People started buzzing about the spot in the 1950’s after a photography school in South Woodstock snapped some fantastic shots.
Flickr/Jitze Couperus
Soon after it was featured in Life Magazine photography contests, and even graced the covers of cover of Yankee magazine and Vermont Life.
Flickr/Howard Ignatius
Corporate America tuned into this little farm too and it appeared in a Budweiser commercial.
Flickr/Michelle Starks
The Jenne Farm even appeared on the big screen in Forest Gump and Funny Farm!
Flickr/Jitze Couperus
On any given day you can probably find some folks ready to capture that morning light.
Flickr/Barb & Dean Russ & Williams
And boy is it worth it!
Flickr/Barb & Dean Russ & Williams
There is no cost to photograph the Jenne Farm, but donations are welcome. Or you can buy some of their maple syrup!
Flickr/Barb & Dean Russ & Williams
How to get there:
Flickr/Barb & Dean Russ & Williams The Jenne Farm is about 15 minutes south of Woodstock on Route 106. On 106 drive through South Woodstock, follow the road up Reading Hill. Once you are over the hill look on your right for a small sign.
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Flickr/Howard Ignatius
Flickr/Alison Richards
Flickr/Michelle Starks
Flickr/Jitze Couperus
Flickr/Barb & Dean Russ & Williams
The Jenne Farm is about 15 minutes south of Woodstock on Route 106. On 106 drive through South Woodstock, follow the road up Reading Hill. Once you are over the hill look on your right for a small sign.
