Barrington Living History Farm-Labor of Thine Hands

At the "Labor of Thine Hands" event, several tradesmen were at the Barrington Living History Farm demonstrating various skills. While often viewed as self-sufficient, early Texas farmers relied on the work of others for many items.  For example, blacksmiths forged their tools, wheelwrights made their wagons, potters turned their vessels and cordwainers made their boots.  Communities, both urban and rural, were linked together by the goods and services each offered.