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Guests Can Party Like it's 1899 (and earlier!): Three Days of 19th-Century Fun, Games and Patriotic Activities at
"Independence Day Celebration"
July 3-5, 10 am to 5 pm
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Eagle, Wis.--Old World Wisconsin is offering a one-of-a-kind way to celebrate our nation's independence with the three-day "Independence Day Celebration," July 3-5, 10 am to 5 pm.
On each of these days guests may try climbing a greased pole, help hand-crank (and sample!) ice cream, enter the pie-eating contest and dig their heels in for an old-fashioned tug-o-war contest.
July 4 Activities
On July 4 the Grand Parade through the 1880s village begins at 1:30 pm and features people, animals, and the Harmony Cornet Band, which plays songs from the era on period instruments--and only comes together once a year on this date. Some lucky guests will be invited to ride in the horse-drawn omnibus and all may witness the new Broom Brigade. Visitors may also enjoy the popular hymn sing, patriotic exercises, and the Community Band concert, featuring songs from the era.
Guests of all ages are welcome to join in the historic games, including egg toss, old-fashioned races, Topfschlagen (hit the pot), parlor games and even giant pickup sticks. Lemonade and hand-cranked ice cream sampling, wreath and garland making and even sailing boats in wash tubs round out the fun.
Country Village Picnic, July 5 Only
Guests may purchase and enjoy a picnic in the 1880s village, just as was done over a century ago. No reservations required. Noon to 2 pm. Adults (13-64) $15; children (4-12) $8; children under 4 are free.
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View a brief video of the
"Independence Day Celebration" fun.
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"Independence Day Celebration" Admission:
Adults (13-64) $19; children (4-12) $10 (children under 4 are free); senior citizens (65 and over) $16. Family Pass $50. Veterans receive FREE admission during this event. Fees include an all-day tram transportation pass. Parking is free.
Details/Contact:
Information for activities by day at: http://wihist.org/OWWIndepDayCelebration or call 262-594-6301. Please contact Lisa McGovern for a media pass, interview opportunity, or high resolution images.
Overview of Old World Wisconsin
Old World Wisconsin is located on Highway 67 just south of Eagle, Wisconsin in the Milwaukee/Chicago/Madison triangle. The 600-acre regional history attraction features interactive environments and immersive stories of 19th- and early 20th-century Midwestern immigrant farm and rural life. The operating season runs weekends in May, daily Memorial Day through Labor Day, then Thursdays through Sundays September 10 through October 31. The museum offers hands-on activities, led by period-clad staff members, as guests visit 10 working farmsteads, explore 12 heirloom gardens, meet heritage animal breeds, and try historic crafts and skills. For general information and details, visit www.oldworldwisconsin.org or call 262-594-6301.
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