Meridian’s Heritage Festival, hosted by the Friends of Historic Meridian, returns on Saturday, October 4 from 10:30 am to 4:30 pm at the Meridian Historical Village (5151 Marsh Road, Okemos).

Visitors will enjoy a family-friendly celebration of Meridian Township’s history with a day of historical demonstrations, entertainment, activities, and more. Admission to the event is free, and the historic buildings will be open to the public beginning at 10:30 am.

Schedule of Events:

• 10:30 am | Welcoming Ceremony
• 10:30 am to 4:30 pm | Demonstrations and Exhibits
  • Blacksmith, Back Door Gardeners, Broom Maker, Crossroads Basket Weavers, Textile Spinners, Lace Maker, Loom Artisans, Quilters, Rug Hooking, Model Trains, Wood Carvers, Capital Area District Libraries, Antique Boat Displays & Demos, Model T Car, and Sons of the Union Veterans of the Civil War
• 10:30 am to 4:30 pm | Children's Game Area
  • Wristbands available in the General Store for $3 per child or $5 per family
• 10:30 am to 4:30 pm | Catch and Release Fishing
  • Equipment is provided, but participants can bring their own
• 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm & 1:00 pm to 1:45 pm | Renaissance Singers in the Chapel
• 2:00 pm to 2:30 pm | Irish Dancers in the Chapel
• 2:00 pm | Vintage Baseball at Central Park
• 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Nokomis Cultural Heritage Center Open

Grilling Gators and Kona Ice will also be on site for food and refreshments.

To learn more about the Friends of Historic Meridian, visit www.meridianhistorcialvillage.com. For questions, call the Meridian Historical Village at 517.347.7300.