The Wellington County Museum and Archives hosts its annual Harvest Home Festival on Oct. 3 from 12 to 4pm.
Celebrate the rich rural history and traditions of farming in Wellington County with all of the sights, sounds, flavours and textures possible.
View a fantastic variety of demonstrations and displays: sheep shearing, blacksmithing, rope making, lace making, quilting, candle making and cider pressing and Tiger Paw Exotics of Arthur will be on site with pony rides and a petting zoo.
An antique and vintage tractor display will be on the front lawn, making for an impressive sight. Awards will be given for oldest tractor and the People’s Choice Award. There will also be an antique threshing and plowing demonstrations.
The Green Legacy program marks an important milestone. Wellington County’s Green Legacy program will plant their one millionth tree at the Harvest Home Festival with a special ceremony at 1:30pm.
Lunch will be served all afternoon by St. James Anglican Church Jolly Friars Chip Wagon and fresh baked pie will be served in the Aboyne Hall. “From the Hearth” will also be on site this year making fresh hot pizza.
Family entertainment will be provided by Puppets Elora and Music with Brian. Admission is $2 per person, refreshments are extra.
The Wellington County Museum is located on Wellington Road 18 between Fergus and Elora. For more information call 519-846-0916 ex 221.
