Kampsville Old Settlers Days this weekend
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Mayor Amanda Johnson and the Village of Kampsville invite you to Old Settlers’ Days on Saturday, Oct. 12, and Sunday, Oct. 13.
Pioneers crossed the Illinois prairie in covered wagons in the early 1800s and settled along the majestic scenic bluffs of the Illinois Riverbank, the setting for Old Settlers Days.
That same Kampsville Riverfront comes to life each year on the second weekend in October. Tents will fill the park for a fun -filled weekend where we do honor to our past as we enjoy the present.
Demonstrators, crafters, and re-enactors re-create the early days in beautiful Calhoun County. Mountain Men and blanket traders will camp in authentic lodges along the Illinois riverbank.
Visitors can see soap making, pottery making, blacksmithing, bow building, flint knapping, old tool displays, woodworking, sawmilling, and other demonstrators.
Bonsai trees, flowers, jewelry, herbs, soaps, potpourri, candles, aprons, fleece blankets, children’s items, and numerous other crafts can be purchased.
Karmelkorn, pork skins, sauerkraut/ brats, and potato ribbons are cooked in iron kettles. Pork chops, chicken and dumplings, sloppy joes, bloomin’ onions, hot dogs, ham and beans, fried apples, fried pies, smoked pretzels, rib-eyes, kabobs, and lots of tasty baked goods are among many of the foods that can be washed down with lemonade or homemade root beer, and don’t forget to grab a turkey leg or buffalo burger. Buy a jar of honey, homemade maple syrup, jams, jellies—and support our fire department who will be selling their famous fish sandwiches, fire fries and funnel cakes.
Children can enjoy the petting zoo, pony rides, face-painting, candy search, and play in the children’s area. Moms and Dads can shop the many booths and complete the day by taking a ride around town in a beautiful carriage.
“Back in the Saddle” will perform from noon to 4 on Saturday and Sunday so bring a lawn chair and enjoy the music.
Calhoun Royalty will raise the flag at noon.
Come meet old friends and make new ones at one of the friendliest events in the area. There is ample parking and the grounds are handicapped accessible. Admission is free.
The event will be from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday at the Kampsville riverfront.
