Protecting 34 Acres in Boxford & North Andover
Old Barn Farm Property Features Active Farmland, Wildlife Habitat, and Scenic Land
Greenbelt has an exciting opportunity to acquire and permanently protect the Old Barn Farm property, approximately 34 acres of vital farmland, wildlife habitat, and scenic land in Boxford (28 acres) and North Andover (6 acres). This property represents nearly one-third of the remaining unprotected acreage at Barker Farm — a historic working farm and orchard in continuous operation since 1642 — as well as adjoining wildlife habitat and wetlands.
Conserving this land will enable Greenbelt to:
- Lease farmland to local farmers through affordable, secure agreements that support long-term agricultural viability and productivity;
- Steward 10 acres as wildlife habitat, expanding Greenbelt’s abutting Carter Fields Conservation Area and creating new public trail access;
- Protect wetlands that help sustain the health of nearby Lake Cochichewick and safeguard local drinking water quality;
- Strengthen climate resilience and preserve the ecological integrity of the landscape for generations to come.
Join Us on a Site Walk
Greenbelt will be hosting guided site walks of the Old Barn Farm property on the following dates:
- Tuesday, July 28, 9:00–10:30pm (Click here to register)
- Wednesday, July 29, 5:30–7pm (Click here to register)
This event is free and open to the public. Parking is available at Carter Fields, 75 Carter Field Road, North Andover.
Please register in advance to ensure a space and receive parking information.
Project Funding
Greenbelt has until December 2026 to raise $3M in order to conserve this vital property
| Source | Status | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lead Gift | Secured | $1,000,000 |
| Boxford CPA Funds | Secured | $750,000 |
| North Andover CPA Funds | Secured | $500,000 |
| BTA/BOLT Gift | Committed | $250,000 |
| Greenbelt Fundraising | Secured to-date | $65,000 |
| Remaining Fundraising Goal | Ongoing | $435,000 |
If you would like to discuss gift options, including pledges, gifts of stock, or other donations, please contact Rachel Horgan, Director of Development and Community Engagement, at 978-768-7241 ext.122.
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Your Gift Can Help Protect Old Barn Farm
Let our Development Staff Assist You
- Rachel Horgan
Director of Development & Community Engagement
978-768-7241 ext. 122 - Anna Fletcher
Donor Engagement Manager
978-768-7241 ext. 110