Bringing the pioneer era to life, The Heritage Explorers Fest will take place on Oct. 25 at the Vinton County Fairgrounds outside of McArthur on the edge of Hocking Hills.
Designed specifically for homeschooling families, this event provides an opportunity for children and teens to learn about history in an engaging, interactive way.
This year’s Heritage Explorers Fest focuses on the Pioneer Era, a fascinating period in United States history that shaped the nation
The event will include:
- Interactive Classes and Story Time: Kids can dive deep into the daily lives of pioneers through classes on homesteading, fire starting, wilderness first aid, knot tying, fishing, folk art, candle making, and more. Watch your children step into the shoes of early American settlers and learn how they survived and thrived in a new land.
- Heritage Village: You can mingle with costumed historic interpreters and journey back to the sites, sounds, smells and tastes of America during the 1800s.
- Petting Zoo: Visit the Explorers Barnyard and not only pet and feed, but also learn about livestock kept by our pioneering ancestors and modern homesteaders, farmers, and ranchers. Learn how a sheep is sheared and take a turn milking a dairy goat.
- Off-Site Amish Farm Tour and Wagon Ride: Experience the simplicity and hard work of Amish life with an exclusive tour of a nearby Amish farm. This tour includes a charming wagon ride that offers a glimpse into the Amish community’s way of life, values, and traditions.
The event will take place on Oct. 25 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tickets are required and can be purchased here.
The event is open to children ages 4 and up. Children under 4 attend free of charge. The venue is primarily stroller-friendly and includes handicap-accessible restrooms with baby-changing stations.
As a special bonus for homeschooling families, each ticket purchase comes with a downloadable Pioneer America homeschool unit. This 90-page resource is designed for preschool through teen learners, making it perfect for multi-age teaching. The unit includes historical facts, activities, crafts, and a bonus 14-page Pioneer Toys and Games section.
Running alongside the Heritage Explorers Fest is a special Lady ‘Steaders Gathering—an intensive homesteading event for women. Sponsored by Heritage Skills USA, this gathering is also scheduled for Oct. 25.
For more information, visit https://heritageskillsusa.com/lady-steaders-gathering.
You can also learn more here.
