I sometimes forget that my mom didn't grow up as a pioneer in late 1800s, but actually about 100 years later in the 1960s. All of her childhood stories always remind me more of an episode of Little House on the Prairie rather than the more suburban nostalgia we see on The Brady Bunch. Growing up on a farm, […]

Living in a tiny, rustic home on an undeveloped farmstead has opened my eyes. I'm beginning to understand the pioneer woman!

The living museum exhibits at the settlement teach classes in blacksmithing, honey and maple syrup making, and all kinds of pioneer crafts.

Food, glorious food, we’re anxious to try it… Okay, okay, I won’t sing anymore, but this is going to be fun and drool-inducing! I’ve been cooking since I was about 10 years old. As a cub scout, I had to cook three meals for my cooking badge (yes, that is a thing). These three meals ... Read more

Looking for the best pioneer recipes? These recipes were used by pioneers and now they can be used by your family.

Spoiler: You might still bring some of these foods on a road trip.

Now Available! From the Mouth of Ma, by Robynne Elizabeth Miller We are excited to announce the...

A Woman's Perspective of Life on the Oregon Trail - True West Magazine

Our Pioneers didn’t have running water or electricity when traveling the Oregon Trail. They got through using these pioneer items.

What makes homesteaders and pioneers so special? Maybe the secret is in your own family history?