About the Village:

As the industries of Batsto grew, so did the additional buildings and activities necessary to sustain the workers and their families. During the iron making and glass making periods at Batsto Village, there were hundreds of people working and living in the village. They needed homes in which to live. A Sawmill was necessary to cut lumber for building homes. The Gristmill was built for processing grain. The corn was kept in a nearby corncrib. A storage place for the processed grain was needed. Products that were not naturally available had to be purchased. Therefore, a General Store was built. The Blacksmith was a necessary part of the community, as was a Wheelwright. Different types of barns were erected for storage of wagons, equipment, and to house animals. The workers planted gardens and orchards. They raised animals for food. A Piggery was built for slaughtering the pigs. Without refrigeration, an ice house had to be constructed. Religion was important to the workers so churches were built nearby. Eventually, a post office helped to speed communication between Batsto and other towns.

When one visits Batsto Village today, it is like a step back in time. As you walk through the village streets and look into the restored buildings, you can almost visualize an earlier time and a different way of life.

Batsto Hours of Operation:

Tours:

Visitors may take a self-guided walking tour by following the numbered map on a Batsto Village brochure, which is available at the Visitors Center. The buildings and sites are numbered and have brief descriptions for the benefit of the visitor.

There are no regularly scheduled guided tours of the village. However, groups and schools can arrange in advance for special tours led by the State employees Resource Interpretive Specialists. Groups must make arrangements at least five days in advance. No reservations will be accepted on Saturdays, Sundays, or holidays.

There are regular guided tours of the Mansion. Please click on the following link for Mansion Tour Information:

Guided Tours

 The Mansion is partially accessible for people with disabilities.

Gifts and Artifacts:

Any person wishing to donate artifacts to enhance the interpretation of Batsto Village can contact the Resource Interpretive Specialist Office at 609-561-7310.

Volunteers are needed at Batsto Village. If you are interested in helping, the Resource Interpretive Specialist Office will welcome your call. Call the Mansion office at 609-561-7310.