History of Orson Estes Snake Farm

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Ever heard of the Orson Estes Snake Farm? Join local historian Jeff Sauve as he slithers into the fascinating, creepy-crawly history of Orson Estes Snake Farm. This isn’t your typical history lesson—it’s a deep dive into the astonishing true story of Orson W. Estes (1858-1940) a local showman and reptile impresario, long credited with running the nation's first commercial snake farm in the late 1800s and early 1900s. You will not want to miss this one!

$5 for non-members. FREE for HCOC members.

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