Target Funds Children’s Activities for Autumn on the Farms at Old World Wisconsin
Farms weekends at Old World Wisconsin in Eagle, Target Corporation awarded a $1000 grant through Old
World Foundation.
Dan Freas, Old World Wisconsin Director, stated that the guests who attend this program at Old World
Wisconsin, will be treated to family-oriented interactive programming. As days grow shorter, everyone on the
farms joins together to harvest, butcher, pickle and preserve the bounty of the harvest. Guests, including
children, will be encouraged to participate in hop-harvesting, threshing barley with a flail, grinding barley in a
hand-operated mill, preserving food such as sauerkraut and horseradish, helping to harvest the gardens,
collecting and drying herbs and packing a root cellar. The Autumn on the Farms program will be held on
weekends from September 1 through October 14.
Target’s commitment to serving the communities where they operate goes back to 1946. Their commitment
includes supporting communities through local giving. Their grants help kids get involved in sports programs,
field trips and other events. “Target has been a long-time supporter of Old World Wisconsin through Old
World Foundation and we appreciate their continued support,” said Gwen Griffin, Executive Director of Old
World Foundation.
Named as one of the “Top 10 History Attractions in the United States” by Family Tree Magazine, Old World
Wisconsin offers an interactive experience for all visitors. Whether you want to ride a high-wheeled tricycle,
gather eggs, wash clothes, churn butter, swing a historic baseball bat or learn about historic beer brewing,
there is fun for everyone! For a full list of activities and programs, visit the Old World Wisconsin website at
www.oldworldwisconsin.org
Founded in 1984, Old World Foundation is an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that supports
projects and programs at Old World Wisconsin. To learn about how you can help support Old World
Wisconsin through Old World Foundation, visit the Old World Foundation website at
www.oldworldfoundation.org
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