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Three-page of article titled "Johannes Keim" by christopher A. Spang appearing in the Fall 1979 (Volume XLIV, No. 4) issue of "Historical Review of Berks County," a quarterly publication of the Historical Society of Berks County. Article gives a brief history of Johannes Keim (starting in 1698) and key descendants ending in the mid 19th century. Topics d
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One page report outlining restoration work (and cost estimates) that needs to be completed on the following buildings: White Horse Tavern, Bridge Keeper's House, Mouns Jones House, Keim House, Keim Spring House, Keim Barn, and Hottenstein House.
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Three-pages of short articles from Volume II, No. 5 (February , 1974) issue of "American Folklife," a monthly newspaper devoted to the American culture published by the American Folklife Society. First article, appearing entirely on page 2 and titled "Nicles Keim, Merchant," gives a brief history of Nicles Keim, third son of John Keim by his first wife
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Half-page article with drawings (by Gerald O'Brien) from the Thursday April 5, 1973 edition of the "Reading Eagle." Article appears on page 53, Fourth Section. Article briefly discusses American Folklife Society's (owner of Keim farmstead in 1973) plans for converting the Keim farmstead into a history museum & national headquarters site.
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Ten-page booklet (6" w x 9" h) outlining a driving tour of the Oley Valley arranged by The Woman's Club of Oley. Features include: map, one-page introduction, brief histories for seven sites, and acknowledgements of property owners and tour committee members. The Keim Homestead is the second site featured. Brief historical text for Keim Homestead begin
View recordJacob Keim Homestead National Historic Landmark Nomination
View recordNHL SCRIPT - KEIM HOMESTEAD Presenting a rich array of architectural elements and details from the German-American vernacular architecture of the mid-eighteenth century, the Keim Homestead stands in the first rank of domestic properties that portray this important tradition within America's vernacular architecture. The Keim Homestead is nationally sign
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Keim House 1/2 page halftone image from photo, with paragraph of descriptive caption; published in "The Dutchman," Winter 1954, page 22. The 2d story doorway did not open to a 2d story porch, as suggested in the photo caption, but led to a balcony or “gallery”, which was reproduced in the 2012-2013 restoration campaign. Issue also contains similar entry
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Full-page article with illustration from page 12 the April 1975 issue of "American Folklife," newsletter of the American Folklife Society. Article briefly outlines restoration plans for the Jacob Keim Farmstead, focusing on balcony, porch, and Hartman cider press. Also requests Keim descendants to share property photos as well as an appeal for funding.
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One-page article with photograph from page 2 of April 1973 issue of "American Folklife," newsletter of the American Folklife Society. Article briefly discusses Colonial American Folklife Fair held at Keim Homestead, During Memorial Day weekend of 1973. At the time this article was written Keim Farmstead was owned by American Folklife Society.
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Two-page article with 14 photographs from pages 10 and 11 of American Folklife, newsletter of the American Folklife Society. Article briefly discusses door hardware from the Keim homestead, focusing on hinges and catches. At the time this article was written Keim Farmstead was owned by American Folklife Society. Image is of first page only. See M
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One-column article from page 12 of January 1975 issue of "American Folklife," newsletter of the American Folklife Society. Article briefly discusses relocation of the Hartman cider press to the Keim Homestead. At the time this article was written Keim Homestead was owned by American Folklife Society.
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Two-page article appearing on pages 10-11 in the Winter 1974 issue of "American Folklife,"journal of the American Folklife Society. Article on Keim Farmstead discusses the depiction in a drawing of a structure (bakehouse) not present on the site in 1974. The vaulted “root” cellar remains, and will be exhibited under a roofed shelter. Article also discus
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Article on Keim Farmstead on page 14 of "Oley Valley Sentinel: A quarterly publication serving the entire Oley Valley School District," Volume 7, Issue 4, July 2009. Article appearing on page 14 was writen by Lynn A. Gladieux, Sentinel Writer and briefly discusses a fundraiser held at the farmstead on may 23, 2009, Keim family history, property history,
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One-page article with conceptual perspective drawing (by Gerald O'Brian) from page 12 of April 1974 (Volume II, No. 7) issue of "American Folklife," newspaper of the American Folklife Society. Article briefly discusses the appointment of the farmstead's two colonial homes [Keim Cabin & Keim House] to the National Register of Historic Places as well as r
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Background text accompanying Historical American Buildings Survey photographs. Five pages of text describe Location, Historical Information, Architectural Information, etc. of Keim House. For full text refer to additional images or MULTIMEDIA LINKS. Also see MULTIMEDIA LINKS for associated photographs.
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Eight-page article with photos from a booklet titled "Oley Valley, An American Cultural Island" (vol. I , No. 7) published by the American Folklife Society in 1973. Article was reprinted from October 1955 issue of the "Historical Review of Berks County," by permission of the Historical Society of Berks County, Reading, Pennsylvania. Article mainly disc
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Photocopy of a two-page Architectural Data Form prepared by Barry K. Stover for Historic American Buildings Survey (HABS). Form was prepared in order to update existing HABS information for Keim/Hartman Cider Press and already on file at the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. This information was never filed with HABS. SeeKCPFN1---1002.01.071 for mea
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Photocopy of 12 pages of data sheets prepared by Barry K. Stover for Historic American Buildings Survey (HABS). Form was prepared in order to update existing HABS information for Keim House already on file at the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. This information was never filed with HABS. Also see KHFN1---1002.01.075 for measured field notes drawin
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The two images show segments of brochure announcing the 1975 “Johnny Epplesawma’s Schnitzing Festival” to be held at the Keim farmstead near Lobachsville, Pike Township, Berks County, PA.
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Images show 3 panels of the brochure announcing a 1976 Cherry Festival to be held at the Keim Farmstead near Lobachsville, Pike Township, Berks County, PA.
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