We’re are reviving an old tradition this year and reinstating Scarecrow Lane! Organizations, businesses, and individuals are invited to design their own scarecrow and set it up on the Cockayne lawn for all to admire. First, second, and third place cash prizes will be awarded in all three categories, based on votes cast by the public!

The scarecrows will be in residence from October 15 through October 31.

Special open times to see the scarecrows will be as follows:
• October 22, 23, 29, and 30 (Thursdays and Fridays), 5-8pm
• October 24 (Saturday) noon to 4pm
• October 31 (Saturday) 5-8pm – Be sure to stop by the Farmstead during Trick or Treat for a special treat!

During open times, tickets to vote for your favorite scarecrow will be available for purchase for $1 per ticket, or 6 for $5, or 100 tickets with a $50 donation. Each scarecrow has a number, simply write the number on your tickets and drop them in the jar to vote!

Cash prizes will be awarded to first, second, and third place winners in the three categories: business, individual, and organization! Prizes for first ($100), second ($50), and third ($25) place in each category will be awarded by popular vote.

During these evening and weekend times, there will also be a fun scarecrow craft for kids, spooky lights and decorations around the farmhouse, photo opportunities for the whole family, and a coloring contest for children age 4-12. The winners of the coloring contest win a gift card to Dairy Queen! So be sure to stop by for some fall fun!

All proceeds from this event benefit the Cockayne Farmstead preservation project, a special project of the Marshall County Historical Society. Throughout the year, the Farmstead hosts educational and community building events for children and adults of all ages, in addition to preserving and maintaining one of the most unique historic buildings and collections in the state of West Virginia, right here in Marshall County.