May 2015
Homegrown Heritage Breakfast
Enjoy a delicious breakfast featuring locally produced foods, live music and a complimentary tour.
Find out more »June 2015
Founder’s Day at Pinecrest Historical Village
Founder’ Day will include demonstrations of historic trades and crafts, speakers, dancing, and activities for all ages. Learn about groups that founded our Lakeshore community from various organizations including the Friends of St. Patrick and the Manitowoc County Genealogical Society. Visitors can take part in a presentation by “Wheel Fever” co-author Jesse Grant at 1 pm. Wheel Fever is the first book to describe the complex and fascinating history behind the popularity of bicycling in Wisconsin and what was behind…
Find out more »Pinecrest Historical Village Apprentice Day
Blacksmithing, woodworking, cheesemaking and more. Discover the roles of historic trades and occupations! Fee charged, 10 am-3 pm, 684-4445, www.manitowocountyhistory.org
Find out more »Civil War Days at Pinecrest
Come spend a day as a Civil War Soldier! Learn how to march and drill, build a tent, cook over the camp fire, and more! Fee charged, 10 am-3 pm, 684-4445, www.manitowocountyhistory.org
Find out more »Little Village on the Prairie at Pinecrest
Come and see how Laura and Almanzo would have lived at Pinecrest! Explore the buildings that they would have lived and worked in. Fee charged, 10 am-3 pm, 684-4445, www.manitowocountyhistory.org
Find out more »Pinecrest Historical Village Chefs
Come try your hand at cooking, pioneer style! Prepare a complete meal and some tasty treats over a wood stove. Fee charged, 10 am-3 pm, 684-4445, www.manitowocountyhistory.org
Find out more »July 2015
Little Village on the Prairie at Pinecrest
Come and see how Laura and Almanzo would have lived at Pinecrest! Explore the buildings that they would have lived and worked in! Fee charged, 10 am-3 pm, 684-4445, www.manitowocountyhistory.org
Find out more »Pinecrest Historical Village Chefs
Come try your hand at cooking, pioneer style! Prepare a complete meal and some tasty treats over a wood stove. Fee charged, 10 am-3 pm, 684-4445, www.manitowocountyhistory.org
Find out more »Pinecrest Historical Village Apprentice Day
Blacksmithing, woodworking, cheesemaking and more. Discover the roles of historic trades and occupations! Fee charged, 10 am-3 pm, 684-4445, www.manitowocountyhistory.org
Find out more »WWI Encampment
Experience life in a WWI training camp. Learn about the equipment, weapons, uniforms, and gear, and participate in training activities.
Find out more »Pinecrest Historical Village Chefs
Come try your hand at cooking, pioneer style! Prepare a complete meal and some tasty treats over a wood stove. Fee charged, 10 am-3 pm, 684-4445, www.manitowocountyhistory.org
Find out more »Little Village on the Prairie at Pinecrest
Come and see how Laura and Almanzo would have lived at Pinecrest! Explore the buildings that they would have lived and worked in! Fee charged, 10 am-3 pm, 684-4445, www.manitowocountyhistory.org
Find out more »August 2015
Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show
Complete with wild-and-wooly cowboys and cowgirls, trick riding, roping and shooting. Demonstrations and activities throughout the day. Main show at 1 pm.
Find out more »September 2015
Rural Life Days: Tractor Show and Thresheree
Presented in partnership with the Mid-Lakes Rustic Iron Club, discover what life was like during our community’s early years with live field demos, steam engines, farm tractors, and various activities in 25 historic buildings.
Find out more »October 2015
All Hallow’s Eve
Enjoy an evening of old-fashioned Halloween fun at Pinecrest Historical Village with spooky stories by the fire, horse-drawn wagon rides, pumpkin carving, creepy characters like the village gravedigger and 19th-century-style entertainment including crafts, games and more! Participate in a reading of Washington Irving’s The Legend of Sleepy Hollow at 5 pm— Keep an eye out for the Headless Horseman!
Find out more »December 2015
A Pinecrest Christmas
Celebrate the holiday traditions of the past with sleigh rides, live holiday music, beautiful decorations and family activities in our stove-heated buildings.
Find out more »April 2016
Homegrown Heritage Breakfast
Enjoy a delicious breakfast featuring locally produced foods and activities at Pinecrest Historical Village. Cost is $10 for adults, and $7 for children 5-17. Saturday, April 30th, 2016. 8am-11am.
Find out more »May 2016
Union Soldier Remembers
Although it has been over 150 years since our country has fought in the Civil War, the diaries, stories and lessons remain. During a Union Soldier Remembers, the pages of local Civil War veteran's journals and letters will come to life as re-enactors portray these stories and traditions. Along the way, you'll meet local residents, experience immersive presentations, and even participate in military drills. Pinecrest's historic Meeme House Inn was the site of a Civil War Rally and this event…
Find out more »July 2016
Laura Ingalls Wilder Month
Laura Ingalls Wilder was born in Wisconsin's "Big Woods" in 1867 and filled a Little House book with her adventures in the Badger State. in July, 2016, Laura Ingalls Wilder's classic Little House books will come to life. Activities include log cabin building, grinding coffee, doing laundry, historic cooking, and making Braille name cards. Participate in historic games like sack races, horse shoes, and giant jackstraws. The month-long celebration will end with a visit from Little House on the Prairie…
Find out more »Lakeshore Vintage Baseball Classic
Cheer on vintage baseball teams in the Lakeshore Classic - a gathering of vintage baseball teams from throughout the state of Wisconsin. Historic baseball is the re-creation of the styles, speech, rules and terminology of the 1860s game. It's not only a competitive game, but also a re-enactment of baseball life, similar to an American Civil War re-enactment. The public is also invited to play in scrimmage games throughout the tournament. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for children ages…
Find out more »Dean Butler Presentation at Pinecrest Historical Village
Dean Butler is an actor and producer best known to audiences for his portrayal of Almanzo Wilder in the long running family drama, Little House on the Prairie. Little House has been called one of the finest family dramas in television history. Other series credits include: The New Gidget, and Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Please check our website at www.manitowoccountyhistory.org for updates on all activities. Admission is $10 for adults, and $7 for children ages 5-17, under 5 is free.…
Find out more »August 2016
Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show
"Buffalo Bill is Here", headlined the Manitowoc Daily Herald on August 7, 1900. Complete with wild-and-wooly cowboys and cowgirls, trick riding, roping and shooting, the Rough Riders will bring the Old West to life again. Main show at 1pm both days, with demonstrations and activities held throughout the day. *In 2015 this event was awarded the Public Program Award Winner by the Wisconsin Historical Society. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for children ages 5-17, and under 5 are free.…
Find out more »September 2016
Thresheree
Presented by the Manitowoc County Historical Society and the Mid-Lakes Rustic Iron Club, discover what life was like in a rural community throughout our community's early years, with live field demonstrations, steam engines, farm tractors, and various activities in 25 buildings. Admission is $10 for adults, and $7 for children ages 5-17. Under age 5 are free. MCHS members are admitted free. Saturday and Sunday, September 10 and 11, 2016, from 9am-4pm at Pinecrest Historical Village, located at 924 Pinecrest…
Find out more »October 2016
All Hallow’s Eve
Experience ethnic Halloween traditions from the early 1900s, and meet some of the characters from the Brothers Grimm fairy tales, known by both young and old alike. Trick-or-Treat in a family-friendly environment, while enjoying cooking demonstrations, crafts and more. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for children ages 5-17, and free for children under 5. MCHS Members are admitted free. Saturday, October 22, 2016 from 2-4pm at Pinecrest Historical Village, located at 924 Pinecrest Rd., Manitowoc, WI.
Find out more »December 2016
Pinecrest Christmas
Celebrate holiday traditions of the past in our festively decorated and stove-heated buildings. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for children ages 5-17, and under 5 are free. MCHS Members are admitted free. Saturday, December 10, 2016, from 11am-3pm.
Find out more »October 2019
June 2020
High Time for Afternoon Tea with Mrs. Charles Dickens – Cancelled
This event has been cancelled we will post new dates if rescheduled. Enjoy afternoon tea with Mrs. Charles Dickens at the Manitowoc County Historical Society on June 16th form 1-2 pm. "Charles Dickens, author, playwright, actor and social activist, was indeed a master of characters. Many of his characters were drawn from life. Meet Catherine Dickens, his long suffering wife and mother of ten children. Mrs. Dickens will relate her life with “Charlie” as he becomes perhaps Englands greatest author.…
Find out more »MCHS Tram Tour – Postponed
Please check Manitowoc County Historical Society website for information on rescheduled Tram Tours. Take a guided tour of Pinecrest Historical Village on a motorized tram! The Manitowoc County Historical Society will run tram tours on select dates, taking attendees on 90 minute tours to each building in the village. Throughout the tour stops will be made at each building giving guests the opportunity to enter each one. Cost is $10/adults and $7/children. Kids under age four are free. Event is…
Find out more »July 2020
MCHS Tram Tour – Postponed
Please check Manitowoc County Historical Society website for information on rescheduled Tram Tours. Take a guided tour of Pinecrest Historical Village on a motorized tram! The Manitowoc County Historical Society will run tram tours on select dates, taking attendees on 90 minute tours to each building in the village. Throughout the tour stops will be made at each building giving guests the opportunity to enter each one. Cost is $10/adults and $7/children. Kids under age four are free. Event is…
Find out more »Beginning Blacksmithing: Bottle Opener
Join the Manitowoc County Historical Society for a "be a blacksmith for a day" experience! This is a workshop for those that have little to no metal working skills. You will get to learn the basics of metal working, safety, toold and equipment used in a beginner's blacksmithing workshop and create a bottle opener that you will get to take home. All costs included in program fee. Please bring eye protection, a water bottle and dress for working in a…
Find out more »Victorian Style: Etiquette, Pampering, and Table Setting
Travel back to the Victorian Era with this program at the Manitowoc County Historical Society! Try on a hoop skirt, mix a cologne or perfume, and pack a beauty bag to take home with you. You'll also learn how to create the perfect Victorian style dinner party! Cost is $35/ MCHS members, Non-members:$45 Advanced registration required. Ages 12 and up
Find out more »August 2020
MCHS Tram Tour – Postponed
Please check Manitowoc County Historical Society website for information on rescheduled Tram Tours. Take a guided tour of Pinecrest Historical Village on a motorized tram! The Manitowoc County Historical Society will run tram tours on select dates, taking attendees on 90 minute tours to each building in the village. Throughout the tour stops will be made at each building giving guests the opportunity to enter each one. Cost is $10/adults and $7/children. Kids under age four are free. Event is…
Find out more »Buffalo Bill Wild West Show
The Buffalo Bill Wild West Show event is like no other in Wisconsin! What really brings this event to life at the Pinecrest Historical Village is the setting and the wonderful history lesson that it is able to provide. We are able to share the fanfare and excitement of Buffalo Bill's trip into the city of Manitowoc for a new generation that wasn't able to experience the original spectacle when the group visited our community in the year 1900. Fee…
Find out more »MCHS Tram Tour – Postponed
Please check Manitowoc County Historical Society website for information on rescheduled Tram Tours. Take a guided tour of Pinecrest Historical Village on a motorized tram! The Manitowoc County Historical Society will run tram tours on select dates, taking attendees on 90 minute tours to each building in the village. Throughout the tour stops will be made at each building giving guests the opportunity to enter each one. Cost is $10/adults and $7/children. Kids under age four are free. Event is…
Find out more »September 2020
MCHS Tram Tour – Postponed
Please check Manitowoc County Historical Society website for information on rescheduled Tram Tours. Take a guided tour of Pinecrest Historical Village on a motorized tram! The Manitowoc County Historical Society will run tram tours on select dates, taking attendees on 90 minute tours to each building in the village. Throughout the tour stops will be made at each building giving guests the opportunity to enter each one. Cost is $10/adults and $7/children. Kids under age four are free. Event is…
Find out more »October 2020
All Hallow’s Eve
Join the Manitowoc County Historical Society for a day of 1890s-style family fun on October 10th from 1-4 pm! Listen to a retelling of immigrant legends brought to Wisconsin and folklore created here at home. There will be plenty of Victorian-era entertainment like fortune telling, games, crafts and more! Visitors are encouraged to wear costumes and trick or treat throughout the village. Cost: $10/adults, $7/children ages 4-17; Children ages 4 and under free. MCHS members=free.
Find out more »The dates and information listed here are subject to change. Please call to verify dates and details.