Check out all the events planned at the Henderson Mennonite Heritage Park this season.
Henderson Mennonite Heritage Park officially opens this Memorial Weekend. The opening kickoff will begin Friday, May 24, and continue Saturday, the 25th, and Monday, the 27th, with 1 – 4 PM hours.
The 8 1/2 acre park has something for all ages to enjoy. Explore their historic buildings and learn about the Mennonite immigrants who left South Russia, today’s Ukraine, to settle in York and Hamilton counties. Visit the Immigrant House, Henderson Depot, Country School House and Church, East Side Cafe, and much more.
Storytelling tours are available for individuals and groups of all sizes. At the general store, you can shop for unique gifts, books, and hand-made craft items. Golf carts are available to assist visitors from one building to the next.
Upcoming events at the Heritage Park:
Tuesday, June 4, 1 – 3 PM – Russia to America Intergenerational Camp
Saturday, June 22, 11:30 AM – More Fun Facts & Stories of Henderson’s Past Luncheon & Presentation
COMMUNITY DAYS: JULY 12 – 13 – Storytelling tours Friday & Saturday afternoons, Community Days Pancake Feed Saturday from 6:30 – 9:30 A; Time Capsule Unveiling – Saturday, July 13 after Community Day Talent Show
Sunday, July 28, 5 – 7 PM – Russian Oven Pizza Night
Saturday, September 14, 9 AM – 2 PM – Heritage Day
November 30 – Heritage Park Christmas Tour of Homes – 4 – 7 PM
After the Memorial Weekend Kickoff, the park will resume its normal operating schedule being open every Tuesday through Saturday from 1 – 4 P.M. Visits may be arranged by appointment by calling 402-723-4550 or 402-723-4252. The park is located 1 1/2 miles south of the Henderson I-80 exit #342.
More information on these events can be found at www.hendersonheritage.org. Follow them on Facebook for up-to-date information about Henderson Mennonite Heritage Park events.
