Michigan Flywheelers Museum Hosts Annual Farm History Day

Free event on May 8 offers hands-on look at early 20th-century rural life

Apr. 19, 2026 at 9:57pm

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An abstract, out-of-focus photograph in warm, earthy tones depicting a group of children exploring an old-fashioned farm setting, with blurred details of vintage farm equipment and structures in the background.Children immerse themselves in the sights and sounds of early 20th-century farm life at the Michigan Flywheelers Museum's annual Farm History Day event.South Haven Today

The Michigan Flywheelers Museum in South Haven, Michigan is hosting its annual Farm History Day on May 8, a free event that gives students and the public a hands-on look at early 20th-century rural life. The event features nearly 40 activities, including candle dipping, tin punching, corn grinding, and exploring the museum's replica 1920s village.

Why it matters

The Farm History Day event aims to promote education and interest in early farm life, providing a unique opportunity for the next generation to experience what rural life was like over a century ago. As a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving antique farm equipment, the Michigan Flywheelers Museum plays an important role in keeping this history alive.

The details

The Farm History Day event will take place on Friday, May 8 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and is open to the public, with free admission for all schools and homeschooled groups. Visitors will be able to try their hand at traditional farm chores and crafts, as well as explore the museum's Olde Town replica village from the 1920s.

  • The Farm History Day event will take place on Friday, May 8, 2026 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The players

Michigan Flywheelers Museum

A non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation of antique gas engines, tractors, and early farm machinery, located in South Haven, Michigan.

Patrick Ingalls

The president of the Michigan Flywheelers Museum.

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What they’re saying

“Farm History Day started as a way we could promote education and interest in early farm life. We also didn't want to charge admission so that schools could bring students without worrying about funds for the trip.”

— Patrick Ingalls, Museum President

What’s next

The Michigan Flywheelers Museum is encouraging schools and homeschooled groups to register in advance for the Farm History Day event to ensure they can accommodate all interested participants.

The takeaway

The Michigan Flywheelers Museum's Farm History Day event provides a unique and immersive educational experience, allowing visitors to step back in time and gain a hands-on understanding of early 20th-century rural life. This free event is a valuable resource for schools and the local community, helping to preserve and share an important part of the region's agricultural history.