ITHACA, NY (CortacaToday) – The Learning Farm highlights expansion and improvements in Ithaca.

The repurposed educational dairy farm celebrated the addition of cabins, “glamping tents,” and cottage renovations at a ribbon-cutting on October 11, 2024. The additions, with a recently built commercial kitchen, were funded by the state assembly. Assemblymember Anna Kelles and Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie attended the ceremony with The Learning Farm’s Christa and Pete Nunez.

The new infrastructure will enable overnight stays and increase learning opportunities for local kids and families about sustainable food production, biodiversity, and water conservation.

“This ribbon-cutting marks an exciting opportunity for The Learning Farm’s ability to expand their offerings to the community,” said Speaker Heastie. “Assemblymember Kelles fought hard for this funding as she knows the incredible value of providing our children with the knowledge of sustainable farming and food practices that will spread into future generations.”

The ten high-end “glamping tents” are expected to be completed by Spring 2025.

Heastie and Kelles also stopped at GIAC to announce $750,000 for renovations at the Red & White Cafe.