PIONEER DAY — The Three Lakes Historical Museum and Storybook Gardens held Pioneer Day on the grounds of the Three Lakes Historical Museum July 28, giving children a hands-on look at what life was like for Wisconsin pioneers in the 1800s through demonstrations and activities. Here, an accordion player in full pioneer attire greets visitors as they arrive. —Staff Photos By CHRISTINA BRANDMEIER
Cathy Tallacksen shows how laundry was done in pioneer days.
A blacksmith demonstrates his trade.
Peggy Bennett and Jolene Fink demonstrate butter making by having visitors shake cream in Mason jars before sampling the freshly made butter on Johnnycakes.
Children learn how to roll and shape dough during a baking demonstration — no boxed cake mixes here.
Weaver Mary Jackl spins wool.
Children experience what it was like to learn in a one-room schoolhouse.
Children create designs on tin lids using a nail and hammer, one of several pioneer crafts offered during the event.
Visitors learn about the life of naturalist Sam Campbell.
A dress-up station offers pioneer clothing for photo opportunities.
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