Our Story
Your Hosts: Dany, Paule
and William Martin
Located in Havre de Grace, Maryland, Dany’s Robin Hood Farm is more than a farm—it is a place where history, nature, and working land come together. Surrounded by beautiful woodlands and open land, the farm offers a glimpse into the character and traditions of a historic Maryland farm while continuing to serve as a working property today.
Our work is rooted in the land and in the traditions of caring for and making use of its natural resources. From firewood and wood products to other farm-related activities, we take pride in honest work, quality, and responsible stewardship of the property.
We are also committed to looking toward the future while respecting the past. The farm utilizes a renewable geothermal energy system and continues to explore ways to work responsibly with the land and its resources.
About Dany's Robin Hood Farm
Celebrating our rich history,
The name Havre de Grace is attributed to French General Marquis de Lafayette (1757–1834), who played a large part in the American Revolution. While on his way to meet General George Washington in Philadelphia in 1782, Lafayette admired the lovely view of the broad Susquehanna River as it opened into the Chesapeake Bay. He is said to have exclaimed, “C’est Le Havre!” for it reminded him of the French port city Le Havre (originally called Le Havre de Grâce). Havre de Grace was founded in 1782 and incorporated in 1785, making it the second oldest municipality in Maryland after Annapolis. It is a crossroad of our history, and our farmhouse is older than the American Constitution!
In fact, the surrounding area played a vital role in the American fight for independence. French Generals Rochambeau and Lafayette, accompanied by 10,000 French troops, camped near what is now known as Dany’s Farm. From there, they began their pivotal march to Yorktown, culminating in the decisive victory that secured American independence. Today, we proudly honor the legacy of these courageous allies and the rich Revolutionary War history at Dany’s Farm.
French Connection!
French general, Marquis de Lafayette, is not the only French connection to Havre de Grace, and Dany's Robin Hood Farm. Owner, Paule Audebert, grew up in France, and in the early 1990's, Paule co-founded a French restaurant, in which she served as an owner, and chef. (See review article below.)
Today, Paule holds French, and American citizenships and works alongside her husband, William Martin, and their daughter Dany, to restore and further the centuries old Robinhood Farm. William F. Martin, served as United States Deputy Secretary of Energy under President Ronald Reagan. Learn more!
Dany, Paule and William at the Major General Marquis De LaFayette Monument, in Havre de Grace, Maryland.
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Natural & Quality Experience for all!
At Dany's Robin Hood Farm, we strive to provide the best quality experience for visitors. Nature at its finest. Come walk our green trails through forests, and take home some of our organic, non-GMO, farm fresh eggs! Training opportunities for various subjects, will be available in the future. Our farm has over 74 chickens, ducks, berries and other organic produce all of which are grown and raised with care and compassion. We take pride in our organic and sustainable farming practices and are committed to providing GMO-free products. We believe that farming is not just a business, but a way of life, and we are dedicated to preserving the traditions of our ancestors. Come visit us and experience the taste of fresh, wholesome, and delicious farm products.
