Festivals and Events
Living History Open House at Powers-Walker Homestead: 1850s & World War II

Dates: Now - July 22, 2012
Times: Drop in 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Category: Family
Location: Powers-Walker House in Glacial Park, 6201 Harts Rd., Ringwood, IL
Phone: 815-459-5779 Visit Our Website

Tour the restored Greek revival house circa1854 and learn more about the families that called this area home. Volunteers in historical attire will be on hand to answer questions, offer tours and demonstrate skills appropriate to the season. There will be several special presentations during the event focusing on the history of the house, the Schaeffer family who inhabited the area and the region during the World War II era. No registration is required. Drop in any time during the open hours.


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