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UPCOMING MCHS EVENT: 2023 Heritage Fair & Car Show

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Heritage Fair and Car Show 2023

36th Annual Heritage Fair returns with historic flair
 
The McHenry County Historical Society & Museum marks its 60th year with its 36th Annual Heritage Fair from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, July 9, 2023, at the museum, 6422 Main Street in Union, Illinois.

Highlights include:

  • 9 AM - 3 PM Car Show
  • 9 AM - 3 PM Garden Glitz summer plant sale 
  • 9:30 - 11:30 AM Heritage Baking Contest (Champion baked goods will be sold immediately following the judging)
  • 9 AM -  2 PM Bake Sale
  • 10 AM -2 PM Treasure Chest sale featuring one-of-a-kind items, a vintage book & clothing sale
  • 11 AM - 2 PM Children's Activities & Games
  • 11 AM - 2 PM Food Vendors  - El Poblanito Tacos, Boy Scout Troop 153, and Lincoln Land Kettle Corn, and and Kona Ice

The 11th annual Heritage Fair Car Show returns along downtown Main Street in front of the museum with DJ Jose Ramos spinning "oldies." As in the past, the show is free to attend and will feature sports, classic and antique cars. Twenty cars will receive trophies, including one for Best of Show and another for People's Choice. $10 entry fee per car. For information, call Tony at TJ's Klassics at 847-515-8110.

The day also features free admission to the museum, 1895 West Harmony School, and 1843 Gannon log cabin. In addition, a master gardener docent in period costume will be available to answer questions about the Pioneer Garden planted and maintained by the University of Illinois Extension. Food and beverages will be available for purchase from vendors.

For additional information, call 815-923-2267.
 
 

 

Sunday, July 9, 2023 - 9:00am to 3:00pm