Take a spring stroll through the past into a recreated pioneer village beside the Mississippi River. Join the Early American Crafters and guest interpreters at Heritage Canyon on Friday, May 2, and Saturday, May 3, 2014, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. during our annual Dutch Days celebration. The location is 515 N. 4th Street, Fulton, IL.
On Saturday May 3, there will be a shuttle between downtown Fulton and Heritage Canyon, with the last pickup at the Canyon at 4:00 p.m.
Gene Whistman, left, of Kirkland, IL, will demonstrate blacksmithing. Frank Butt, Fulton, IL, is our skilled woodcarver.
All 11 buildings will be open for you to visit, with several manned by reenactors who bring history to life. See our log cabin and clapboard homes, church, school, covered bridge, blacksmith shop, general store, and others. Cross the ever-popular swinging bridge or hike the trails.
Watch demonstrations and talk to our artists, crafters, vendors, and others recreating life in the 1800’s. There will be games and activities for the whole family. Start your day at the Town Hall for our bake sale and information on all the fun things to see and do.
Don’t miss lunch at the Ice Cream Shop and shopping in the General Store. Brian Tomman, Fulton, might assist behind the counter. On Saturday stay for the Pie and Cake Social at 1:00 p.m.
Admission for a whole day of fun is only $2 per adult and $1 for children. Check out Wierenga’s Heritage Canyon Facebook page for photos and information.
Mark your calendar for Saturday, June 21, for more fun at Heritage Canyon. The Early American Crafters will hold an Art and Craft Fair during the second summer Blue Grass Music Festival. We welcome you to sell any of your hand-crafted items. The cost is only $5 for a 10′ x 10′ space. Please provide your own tables, chairs, and shade. This is a rain-or-shine outdoor event with a large audience.
For information on the Art and Craft Fair or to register please contact Ally Rutledge at allyrutledge@gmail.com or by phone at 513-357-0319.