Here's what is happening at the Manitowoc County Historical Society, 924 Pinecrest Road in Manitowoc, in September:
- Mid-Lakes Agricultural Fair: September 7 and 8 from 10 am to 4 pm; Come one, come all to the Mid-Lakes Agricultural Fair! The event will feature all the things a 19th century and early 20th century agricultural fair would. Presented in partnership with the Mid-Lakes Rustic Iron Club, enjoy threshing demonstrations, implement dealers with the ‘latest’ in farm equipment and technology, and other agriculture related demonstrations. Fairgoers will also experience contests, preserves, games, and more. A listing of ongoing and timed activities can be found online. General admission. The Mid-Lakes Agricultural Fair is made possible by Bank First, A.C.E Building Service, Country Visions, CP Feeds LLC, Eis Implement, Seehafer Broadcasting, and Skana Aluminum.
- 4-H and FFA Sunday: Sunday, September 8 from 10 am to 4 pm; Arrive at the McAllister House Welcome Center dressed in your 4-H or FFA uniform, organization jackets, or group t-shirt and receive free admission. Group leaders are also admitted free. You may arrive at any time during day.
- Dine Fundraiser: A&W Share Night: Thursday, September 19 from 4 to 8 pm; Indulge in your favorite treat from A&W, whether it’s cheese curds or a root beer float, to support MCHS! Dine with us on Thursday, September 19 between 4 pm and 8 pm and 10% of the proceeds from your order will be donated to MCHS.
- Civil War School Day: Friday, September 27 from 9:30 to 2 pm; Discover more about Manitowoc County during the Civil War! Participants learn how the soldiers and citizens of the Union lived during the conflict. Meet Civil War legends, watch cavalry and artillery demonstrations, participate in hands-on activities and tour Pinecrest Village's museum buildings. This program is open to all public, private, and home school students. Reservations are required.
- Civil War Remembered: Saturday, September 28 from 10 am to 4 pm and Sunday, September 29 from 10 am to 3 pm; Join us as we step beyond the history books and the battlefield and onto the homefront to connect with the people, stories, and ideas that link Manitowoc County, Wisconsin to America’s greatest conflict – the Civil War. General admission. Civil War Remembered is made possible with support from Bank First, Hawkins Ash CPAs, and Seehafer Broadcasting.
- Create-Connect: Family Blacksmithing: Saturday, September 28 from Noon to 3 pm; This class will allow a parent/grandparent to work with a child as they learn historic blacksmithing techniques in a historic setting. Everyone will get to make several small, hands-on projects, such as small dinner triangles and hooks, while learning about proper safety in a workshop environment. Advanced registration required.
- Civil War Evening Lantern Tour and Dance: Saturday, September 28 from 6 to 8 pm; Become a part of history and join us for this one-night only event – one that includes a guided lantern tour of the Civil War encampment and village and a Civil War era dance. This must see after-dark special event is like none other! Experience camp-life after dark a guided lantern tour! Feel like part of the encampment as period dressed historical interpreters lead you by lantern light through the camps. The era and mood is set with a stop at a the Civil War era dance. You can be a wallflower or join in the fun! Admittance with an evening event ticket ONLY! Advanced registration is required.
- Scout Sunday: September 29 from 10 am to 3 pm; Any youth (18 or under) Scout (Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts, Girl Scouts, etc.) who comes to Civil War Remembered in his or her uniform will be given free admission.
Visit the museum - Summer hours run through the end of September with open hours on Wednesday through Sunday, 10 am to 4 pm. For more information, visit ManitowocCountyHistory.org or call the museum at (920) 684-4445. |
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