2026 History Day and Artisan Market! Our 50th Anniversary as a Museum!

Here ye! Here ye! Come celebrate our 50th anniversary as a historical society and museum while you step back in time to watch historical demonstrations and shop in our large, artisan market! History day is a day to celebrate our local heritage with neighbors, families and local businesses.
This free, family, friendly event will be filled with educational presentations that kids can partake in. Come watch the live Blacksmith Forge 🔥 and get to witness a Civil War era Cannon firing! (Blanks of course!)
Visit the free Kids area for games, crafts, and dress up fun! A variety of food and treat options will be on site as well as over 40 unique, artisan vendors.
Come support the Ela Historical society and Museum and buy raffle tickets prizes from many great local businesses!
We hope to see you there!

Also check out other Kids events & activities in Lake Zurich, Workshops in Lake Zurich.