Living History Weekend – Civil War Focus
Engage with costumed history interpreters in the Victorian Village and learn about how Rockford was involved in the Civil War. Cost: $14 per adult / $12 per kid ages 5-12 Continue Reading
Memorial Day
Spend Memorial Day learning about how it would have been observed in 1894 as Decoration Day. Get tickets here.
Atlatl Sunday
Learn how to throw a spear and other historical life skills. Kids can grind corn and take it home.
NSLD Day at Midway Village Museum
Explore the diverse history of the Rockford region with NSLD. All ages are welcome. Free admittance with your NSLD card.
Magical Monday
Experience a guided tour through the Coronado Theatre.
In the Outdoors: History Hike
Atwood Park is rich in history! Come on the blast-from-the-past event as we discuss Camp Grant, the Civilian Conservation Corps, the Potawatomi Nation, and much more while we hike through Continue Reading
Beloit Heritage Days
The Beloit Heritage Days Passport will guide you on your history-hunting trek throughout Beloit as you explore over 15 free events & historic sites over the three day celebration. This Continue Reading
Beloit Heritage Days
Celebrate Beloit’s heritage with a weekend full of 12 free events. Check out the passport of events here.
Heritage Sunday
Check out historic trade demonstrations, soldiers representing different eras of war, music, classic cars, and tours of the mill.
The Roaring Twenties
Learn about the distilling process common in the 1920s, see cultural performers such as flappers and jazz musicians, and more. Cost: $15 per adult / $12 per child ages 5-12 Continue Reading
