MCCD Hosts Twilight On The Farm

From the McHenry County District:

September 17 2019

Twilight on the Farm at Historic Powers-Walker Homestead

Step back in time and enjoy the twilight ambience of the 1850's Powers-Walker House lit only by candlelight and lamplight at McHenry County Conservation District’s Twilight on the Farm on Wednesday, October 9, from 6–8:00 p.m., Glacial Park, 6201 Harts Road, Ringwood.

We think of candlelight at the end of the day as peaceful, however in the 1850’s it was a necessity to get the evening’s chores done. Stop by and see just how much light the candles and lamplight provide; is it enough to read by, do mending or even leatherwork? Volunteers in historical attire will demonstrate the last of a day’s labor, help answer questions and offer tours of the ongoing restoration of this Greek revival house which is a Historic Landmark Site. Follow the aromas back to the kitchen and see what is being baked in the wood-burning stove.

Free. Drop in anytime during the open hours. For more information call Prairieview Education Center at (815) 479-5779 or www.MCCDistrict.org.

This press release was produced by the McHenry County District. The views expressed here are the author’s own.