This Holiday Season is underway and there is still time to share an old fashioned Christmas at the Conner Prairie Interactive History Park. This historic site is Indiana’s only Smithsonian Affiliate, and is celebrating the holidays with many festive events for families.
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December 18, 2009 at 11:01 am
One of the favorite events is the edible creations of Gingerbread Village, then there is the always popular family tradition Conner Prairie by Candlelight; and the new Holiday on the Prairie.
Each year, Conner Prairie surprises us with new holiday cheer, old favorites, and they bring together special local guests like Dick Wolfsie, who has written Indiana Curiosities. Then there is the festive event Conner Prairie by Candlelight that takes us back to Dec. 24 1836 when Prairietown residents are preparing for the holidays. On a 60-minute guided tour you’ll visit the characters that bring Conner Prairie to life and join a holiday party at the Campbell’s home.
Be sure to check out Conner Prairie’s newest exhibit, 1859 Balloon Voyage, which is a joy for all. This balloon adventure takes you up, up, up soaring 350-feet above the ground. Balloon tickets are an additional fee and will be sold each evening, weather permitting. This exciting exhibit also shares insight into Indiana’s aviation history, and a perfect way to enjoy the Indiana countryside.
To close out the festive evening enjoy a holiday style candlelight buffet in Conner Prairie’s Overlook Room. The buffet includes holiday favorites such country ham, chicken, maple mashed sweet potatoes and warm cherry crisp. Reservations are required for Conner Prairie by Candlelight and Candlelight buffet.
Created by Eli Lilly in 1934, Conner Prairie Interactive History Park is a unique destination in Indiana that take families on a journey to discover what it was like to live and play in Indiana’s past. During your visit you and family members can explore five themed historic areas on 200 beautiful, wooded acres including the newest exhibit, 1859 Balloon Voyage.
Every visit is a unique adventure that provides an authentic look into the history that shapes us today.
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Admission to Conner Prairie is $12 adult, $11 senior, $8 youth (ages 2-12) and free for members and children under 2. Balloon voyage fee is $15 for non-members and $12 for members. For more information about events at Conner Prairie visit http://www.connerprairie.org or call 317-776-6006 or 800-966-1836.