Winter Weekends
Join us for Winter Weekends on the second Saturday in January, February, and March from 11 am - 3 pm
January 10, February 14, and March 14
The Winter Weekends are made possible in part by WOMT 100.
Enjoy a handful of your favorite buildings and activities!
Before you visit the Historic Village, explore the schedule below to discover the variety of demonstrations, expert talks, historic tastings, and more happening each winter weekend at MCHS!
MCHS is open 11 am – 3 pm, on the second Saturday in January, February, and March. Enjoy these winter weekends by exploring a handful of historic buildings in the Village, embrace the winter by snowshoeing, cross-country skiing or sledding (bring your own snowshoes, skies, sleds), and enjoy the season! Please note, paths may be slippery and buildings will not be open, unless they are a part of that day’s programming.
General admission tickets for Winter Weekends can be purchased online in advance or at the McAllister House Welcome Center.
Schedule for January:
Explore all things cozy on this winter weekend.
Today’s highlights:
Borrow a pair of binoculars and play a game of bird bingo.
Join in a guided nature walk through the grounds at 1 pm.
Stop in the Tavern for tavern games and a warm drink.
Bring a book and join in a cozy read-a-thon at the Sorenson House - and explore some tasty food traditions.
See the Print Shop in action and browse some of our favorite historic books.
Sledding on the Great Niles Church Hill
Join us for an afternoon of sledding down the hill in the Niles Church hill! Bring your own sled for races down the hill or build a nature’s friend – a snowman complete with wildlife-friendly decorations. Embrace the winter by snowshoeing or cross-country skiing. Bring your own snowshoes, skies, sleds.
Please call ahead for sledding, snowshoeing, or skiing conditions: (920) 684-4445.
Enhance your visit with a workshop!
Advanced registration is required for the Create-Connect workshops. Click on the titles for information about each program. Your workshop fee also includes general admission for the day!
Mending 101: In this class, we explore two mending techniques for woven (non-stretchy) fabrics, like jeans. In a modern era of fast fashion, you’ll want to join in this thrifty person’s guide to repairing your clothes and other popular items. Bring an item to mend and give it new life.
General Admission
Museum Members: FREE
Consider becoming a Museum Member today to enjoy free general admission, plus other benefits and perks all year long!
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Adults: $15
Seniors (62+): $13
Youth (4 – 17): $10
Children under 4: FREE
Non-members: Purchase daily admission tickets online in advance, or in the McAllister House Welcome Center when you arrive:
Purchase General Admission Tickets Online!.