Feb. 2, 2024 – Muscoot Farm’s feathered forecaster, Cluxatawney Henrietta, will be front and center Groundhog Day, as residents gather ‘round to see if she will lay an egg, signaling an early spring!
For its sixth year, Muscoot Farm will host its annual Groundhog Day celebration, featuring kid-friendly activities and treats, and its unique way of observing Groundhog Day by relying on one of its very own farm animals to predict the weather.
Westchester County Executive George Latimer said, “Cluxatawney Henrietta has become synonymous with Groundhog Day in Westchester County. The anticipation every year of our hometown hen predicting the weather is unmatched.”
Westchester County Parks Commissioner Kathy O’Connor said, “Muscoot Farm’s Groundhog Day celebration has become one of the County’s most popular traditions and is fun for residents of all ages to participate in.”
Muscoot Farm Director Jonathon Benjamin said, “While we don’t have a groundhog on the farm, Cluxatawney Henrietta continues to rise to the challenge as our weather predicting animal. She gives groundhogs across the country a run for their money every year!”