September 18th: "Autumn in the Village" - Fall Festival

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The 5th Annual "Autumn in the Village" is day long adventure providing tours of Franklin Grove’s scenic and historic destinations. The event occurs Saturday, September 18th, 2010 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM in Franklin Grove, IL.

Autumn in the Village offers numerous displays of historical significance to those interested in our heritage during the mid-1800’s.

Nachusa Grasslands - "Autumn on the Prairie" - Tour prairie and savanna on foot or by wagon to enjoy the flowers and wildlife.

Franklin Creek Grist Mill - "The A-Maiz-ing Corn Exposition" - See 1500 pound powered mill stones in actions.

H.I. Lincoln Building - The historic structure was built by the cousin of Abraham Lincoln in 1861 and is the national headquarters of the Lincoln Highway Association.

Chaplin Creek Village - An evolving, full-scale historical restoration project depicting a prairie settlement village typical of the middle 19th century.

At Chaplin Creek Village, see The Chaplin Creek Muzzle Loaders in action, participate in an apple peeling and drying party, try your hand at doing the laundry 1800’s style, participate in period games, sample barley vegetable soup prepared with fresh vegetables from the heirloom kitchen garden and tour the historic buildings at Chaplin Creek Village.

For information concerning The Autumn in the Village - Fall Festival, Chaplin Creek Village and the Franklin Grove Area Historical Society, including becoming a member and our other special events, please write to us at ccinfo@chaplincreek.com.