The roots of Brigham Farm stretch back to the 1820s when John Brigham, a skilled wheelwright who crafted wooden wagon wheels, purchased the property on Fitchburg Turnpike. For several generations, the farm operated as a typical New England subsistence operation, home to horses, cows, pigs, and chickens, with the family raising food primarily for their own consumption while selling any surplus to neighbors.

The farm's transformation into a commercial enterprise began in the early 1900s when Harry Brigham embraced market gardening, cultivating rhubarb and other crops for both retail sales and the bustling Boston wholesale market. His son George continued this legacy, expanding operations to serve other local farm stands while maintaining their own retail presence. After World War II, George specialized in sweet corn production, leasing numerous parcels of farmland throughout the area, most of which have since given way to the suburban development of houses, schools, and office buildings.

Today, the sixth generation carries forward this agricultural tradition as Jane Brigham Bailey and Charles (Chip) Poutasse operate both the farm and its beloved stand. Working with a compact home farm of five acres and approximately four acres of rented land, they continue the family's commitment to providing fresh, locally grown produce to their community. Their farm stand serves as both a showcase for their own harvest and a gathering place where visitors can connect with the land and the enduring spirit of New England agriculture.

Vegetables

• Fresh vegetables
• Sweet corn
• Pumpkins

Fruit

• Fresh fruits
• Berries
• Strawberries
• Apples

Pantry/Other

• Cold drinks