Celebrate Christmas—the 1830's way!
Among village-wide festivities, visit the Apple River Fort and take part in historical Christmas celebrations.
Experience a typical frontier German Christmas, complete with a decorated fir tree. Meet Mrs. Juliette Kinzie, wife of Ho-Chunk Indian Agent John Kinzie of Portage, WI. Play with historical toys and games and hear how Christmas was the "Day the World Turned Upside-Down."
Visit our trading post and barter for the best goods this side of the Mississippi and check out the Fort's gift shop for unique items for everyone on your shopping list.
Celebrate Christmas in the Village of Elizabeth!
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