Independence Day

Celebrate July 4th the old-fashioned way!

Saturday, July 4 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

All activities included with General Admission

Volunteer and the enjoy the museum free before or after your shift

Celebrate a historic Independence Day in the town of Walnut Hill. 1876 marks the first centennial of the United States, and Living History Farms’ Independence Day activities truly show what this day meant to those in the 19th century—a day of family fun and games. Join us for games, crafts, a parade, and more!

PRINT SHOP

Printing excerpts from Declaration of Independence, all day

GAMES

• • Flynn Mansion, croquet on the lawn, 9 a.m.–noon
  • 1850 Farm, graces (a hoop game), 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
  • 1900 Farm, stilts and sack races, 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
  • Gazebo in Walnut Hill, water games, 11 a.m.–2:30 p.m.

PIE EATING CONTEST

1900 Farm, 11 a.m.
First come, first served; priority for members

CRAFTS

Gazebo in Walnut Hill, 11 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
Make a button and flag for the parade

WALNUT HILL DRAMA SOCIETY

Reading Declaration of Independence, Church of the Land, 11:30 a.m.

PARADE

From Gazebo to Kemin Cultivation Center, 3 p.m.

MINI CONCERT—free to the public

Sounds of America Camp Band, 3:15 p.m., Front Lawn

Historic Baseball & America’s Potluck

Starting at 3:30 p.m. • FREE

Bring a picnic and a blanket or chair for the most American of pastimes! We play by 1876 rules, wearing period uniforms. After the game, try your own turn at bat.

Plus, we’re hosting America’s potluck, organized by Civic Season. Bring chairs or a blanket and your favorite picnic food to share with your neighbors during and after baseball.