Explore and Learn about Historic Barn Types
Types of barns across the United States vary as much as the farmers that use them—each with their own unique story to tell. Below are resources to learn more about some common barn types. Care to add something to the list? Let us know!
Introduction to Barn Types
Take some time to review this information from the National Park Service (NPS) that includes a description of historic barn types including, Dutch, bank, crib, round, and prairie barns.
Barn Survey Examples
Barn surveys can be a wonderful resource for generating data on the types, construction, and use of historic barns in a specific area. Check out these examples of local, state-wide, and thematic barn surveys.
Round Barns: History, location, and stories
Enjoy a look at this unique and interesting barn type on thebarnjournal.org. In addition to articles about round barns, a list of resources for further round barn research is included.
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About The Barn Journal
NBA’s blog, The Barn Journal, is named in honor of the work of Past President, Charles Leik, and the website he started in 1996. Charles communicated with a number of barn owners around the country and compiled their stories for all to enjoy. The site continues to feature a number of topics related to saving old barns and is known to many in the preservation community as a valuable resource.