Fall Living History Festival

press release: Take a step back in time at Marsh Haven Nature Center during the weekend of September 28-29. The annual Fall Living History Festival welcomes re-enactors and artisans who will share their role in history and skills from the past. Tents and tipis will be set up for the encampment weekend at Marsh Haven Nature Center, W10145 Highway 49, three miles east of Waupun.  

     There will be educational and hands-on demonstrations indoors and outside, including: War of 1812, blacksmithing, soap making, candle making, butter churning, porcelain painting, Dutch Oven cooking, fry bread, fiber arts, wood carving, ice cream making, butter churning, and so much more.

     Friday, September 27 is Education Day when school groups and homeschool families are invited to attend free of charge during the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. The encampment opens to the public at 9 a.m. on Saturday and is open until 5 p.m. On Sunday, the encampment is open 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. with a 1 p.m. Wild Birds of Prey program with live birds. Crafts, games, Marsh Haven Bingo and Family Scavenger Hunt will be available all weekend.

     Special event daily admission for the festival is $3 for adults and $2 for children. Marsh Haven members are always free. Admission is good for the entire day and includes the nature center and hiking trails. For more information visit www.marshhaven.org or call (920) 318-9518.