SummerFest in the Antique Village

ESCANABA — The U.P. Steam & Gas Engine Association has announced the Antique Village’s first two-day SummerFest. The free, family event will take place on Friday, June 6 and Saturday, June 7 from noon to 9 p.m. in the Antique Village, located on the U.P. State Fairgrounds.

Over 15 musicians will perform on Saturday afternoon in a variety of styles including folk, country, Celtic, and bluegrass. Acts include Granny Fox & the Farmhands, Jim Finlan, Failte, and Wild Prairie.

The Village shops and Agricultural Museum will be open noon to 5 p.m. both days.

There will be demonstrations of blacksmithing, candle making, spinning, rope making, shingle making, butter churning and more on both Friday and Saturday. Old-fashioned games and “Drive Your First Tractor” will also be featured events at the festival.

Call 906-251-0119 for more information.

Historical Society in Garden to open museum

GARDEN — The Garden Peninsula Historical Society will open the Schoolhouse Museum on Friday, June 13. Volunteers are available Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on Sunday from noon to 4 p.m.

There are many exhibits that detail early life on the Peninsula, including displays honoring early doctors and veterans. Available for research are family history notebooks that offer many interesting facts on the pioneer families. Names are being accepted for the Honoree Dinner scheduled for September. To be considered, a potential honoree must be a past or present resident of the Garden Peninsula and at least 80 years of age. Names can be submitted to brendatibbetts69@gmail.com or by calling 906-644-7609.