GPS Coordinates:
N 40.75611; W 89.02538
Site Access:
Free; Fee
Vary with Season
Handicap Accessible
Parking
Amenities: Information; Restrooms; Dining; Visitors Center
Directions:
From the intersection of I 74 at Exit 94/Riverfront Drive in East Peoria, go east on I 74 for 0.9 miles to Exit 95B to N Main St./SR (State Route) 116N/US 150. Turn north (right) from the end of the exit ramp onto SR 116 and proceed 3.6 miles to the access ramp for US 24/US 150. Turn right (east) on US 24/US 150 ramp and go east on US 24 for 27.1 miles to SR 251 in El Paso. Turn north (left) on SR 251 and proceed 1.5 miles to Furrow's Red Barn Village, which is just 0.1 miles past the Furrow Vineyard & Winery.
Description:
Furrow's Red Barn Village is a prime example of the wave of creative agriculture currently sweeping through the Midwest's traditional “corn and beans” farm country. Wally Furrow began farming this site in the 1940s. Today, he is joined by his son Wayne and a growing staff. Together, the Furrows have converted much of the farm to an autumn produce and winery operation. Pumpkins, squash, and other produce are sold to retail visitors. To accommodate family visits, the Furrows have added other amenities including a “corn maze” and petting zoo.
Furrow Winery was opened in 2001, after the Furrows established a 10-acre vineyard on the property. The winery produces over 20 varieties of wine, and has installed a tasting bar in the gift shop. The gift shop also offers country crafts, gourmet foods, and other wine labels.
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