The Welsummer (sometimes spelled Welsumer) is named after the village of Welsum, Holland, and was first imported into the United States in 1928. They became popular due to the beautiful dark brown eggs that the hens lay. The Bantam Welsummers were created separately in both England and Germany during the 1930s.
As the Welsummer chicken gained recognition for its unique attributes, it spread beyond its Dutch and English origins. The breed made its way to the United States in the early 20th century, where it was officially recognized by the American Poultry Association in 1991. Since then, Welsummers have become a favorite among backyard chicken keepers and small-scale farmers, appreciated for their dual-purpose capabilities and aesthetic appeal.
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