Spanning a 43-county area in Illinois, the Abraham Lincoln National Heritage Area boasts a calendar of uniquely special events that highlight the life and times of our 16th president. Consider each event a special invitation to you, our guest, to participate in living and learning about the life and times of Lincoln.
HARVEST FROLIC
Saturday, September 27, 2025 12:00 AM - Sunday, September 28, 2025 12:00 AM
Come celebrate the arrival of autumn at the Harvest Frolic. The event is free and open to the public. Don’t miss experiencing 19th-century life on the farm. Activities will take place at both the Lincoln and Sargent farms and will include children’s games, crafts, hearth cooking, and activities. A number of artisans will be on site demonstrating their crafts including, spinning, pottery, broom making, blacksmithing, embroidery, and many other 19th-century crafts.