Born from an ancient riverbed that blessed the grounds with naturally-rich soil, The Farm’s vision of sustainability was originally conceived by Dwight Heard (benefactor of the Heard Museum) in the early 1920’s. He acquired a large parcel of land and then subdivided the property into two-acre parcels that he sold for the whopping sum of $1,150 with the distinct purpose of promoting self-sufficiency. Heard offered a cow and fifty chickens with each purchase.
In keeping with the early philosophy, the ten acres just south of Southern and 32nd Street was planted with 100 pecan trees, and for over 40 years was nurtured by a retired cattleman by the name of Skeeter Coverdale. Ultimately Skeeter determined it was too much work to care for the trees and harvest the 5,000 pounds of nuts each year. He wanted to move to Punkin Center where he could buy a trailer, “drink beer, swat flies, and tell lies” — so he did!
That was the beginning of the Farm as we know it today. Wayne Smith, the Farm visionary purchased the property and began to develop his vision that includes a charming mix of gardens, restaurants and markets. In 2012, Pat Christofolo purchased The Farm after being involved for many years and continues to shape The Farm. Serving the Phoenix metropolitan area, we deliver a truly farm to table experience
Local
Eat and Drink
- The Farm Kitchen - phoenix (0.0 miles) - The Farm Kitchen is the original restaurant at The Farm property. With their walk-up counter, you ca...
- Morning Glory Café - Phoenix (0.0 miles) - A signature Arizona breakfast spot, Morning Glory Café serves house baked muffins and pastries, loc...
- Quiessence - Phoenix (0.0 miles) - Quiessence at The Farm delivers a truly “farm-to-table” experience using locally sourced produce...
- Coachs Corner Grill - Phoenix (5.0 miles) - Coach’s Corner Grill is a family-friendly industrial neighborhood bar. Located directly between Ch...
- District American Kitchen and Wine Bar - Phoenix (5.4 miles) - District American Kitchen and Wine Bar features your favorite American comfort foods with a contempo...
See and Do
- The Farm at South Mountain Phoenix (0.0 miles) - Born from an ancient riverbed that blessed the grounds with naturally-rich soil, The Farm’s vision...
- Halle Heart Children's Museum Tempe (2.1 miles) - The American Heart Association’s (AHA) Halle Heart Children’s Museum (HHCM) is the only cardiova...
- Rappel Arizona Phoenix (2.6 miles) - Rappel Arizona is a local outdoor adventure company located in the heart of the Phoenix Valley on a ...
- Audubon Arizona Phoenix (3.9 miles) - We envision an Arizona with a rich and diverse natural heritage, where there is ample habitat for bi...
- PanIQ Room Phoenix (4.2 miles) - Welcome to PanIQ Room Phoenix. Do you have the critical skills to survive? Experience 60 minute live...
Shopping
- Botanica - Phoenix (0.0 miles) - A modern market offering fine products for the garden, patio and kitchen — often locally sourced, ...
- On The Edge Gallery - Scottsdale (8.8 miles) - On The Edge Gallery showcases over forty Arizona artists known locally, nationally and international...
- On The Edge Gallery - Scottsdale (8.8 miles) - On the Edge Gallery Presents Demonstrate! Demonstrate! Art Walk, Thursday, January 17th, 2019 Art should...
