GREENVILLE, Ill. — Mark your calendars for a weekend full of fun at the American Farm Heritage Museum's annual ‘Heritage Days’ event on July 26-28 in Greenville, IL. This family-friendly event offers something for everyone, providing a unique glimpse into early American farming life and showcasing historical mechanics and belt-driven equipment.
Visitors of all ages will have the opportunity to experience the sights and sounds of a bygone era, with activities designed to immerse attendees in the history of farming. Highlights include a one-mile train ride, tractor pulls, and exhibits at the ‘Lil Red Barn Museum.
Steven Loos, President of the American Farm Heritage Museum, promises "opportunities sunup to sunset," with daily highlights featuring tractor pulls, field demonstrations, and antique fire truck displays.
Enthusiasts can enjoy gas engine displays, live music, a grand-scale model railroad, car shows and displays, and a variety of food and vendor stalls. The American Farm Heritage Museum finds these demonstrations will particularly interest those keen on historical farming techniques.
Loos emphasized that visitors can expect an engaging and educational experience.
"We'll have operating steam engines, all kinds of big and small tractors, flywheel engines running lots of belted equipment, rock crushing, sawmilling, wheat threshing, hay pressing, and lots more," said Loos.
Beyond the Heritage Days activities, the museum grounds boast several permanent features, including displays in the Little Red Barn that showcase a general store, a schoolhouse, a 1900s kitchen, and vintage tools. Additionally, the museum offers a military exhibit and model railroad group displays, with a diesel and a new steam locomotive train ride available for an extra fee.
Entertainment options extend well beyond the historical demonstrations.
There will be antique tractor pulls, kiddie tractor pulls, a flea market with antiques and crafts, and live music performances in the air-conditioned main building. The band Shotgun Creek will play outdoors on Saturday night from 6 to 9 PM, and a Sunday Car Cruise will wrap up the weekend.
Don't miss this opportunity to step back in time and experience the rich agricultural heritage of America, while having an unforgettable time with friends and family alike.
For more information, visit their website, Instagram American Farm Heritage Museum, or call 618-664-9733.
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