Tour historic homestead at conservation district’s History Open House

Submitted by McHenry County Conservation District

Step back in time to the 1850s at McHenry County Conservation District’s Living History Open House from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, April 15, at Glacial Park’s Powers-Walker House, 6201 Harts Road, Ringwood.

Join costumed re-enactors as they demonstrate seasonal activities and skills that were done in the 1850s. April’s open house will focus on the two sons from the Powers family and their contributions to the Civil War; a special presentation is scheduled for 2 p.m.

Be sure to take advantage of a rare opportunity to tour the historic farmhouse, which is open to the public only a handful of times each year.

“There are always changes to the house with the ongoing restoration,” said Gail Brown, volunteer restoration coordinator. “We have had some recent donations of historical furniture and household artifacts since last year. Come on by and see what is new … or old.”

The program is free and registration is not required. For more information, call Prairieview Education Center at (815) 479-5779 or visit MCCDistrict.org.