2 - 4 p.m.
Suggested donation: $5
Join us for a chance to try out an old style musical instrument and play a simple tune from the 1840's
All it takes to play a song is being able to count the strings or holes.
Listen to a few of the popular songs from that time period from composers Stephen Foster and Old Dan Emmet.
Instruments that you can try include:
- Psaltry – an instrument that uses a bow
- Dulcimer – a strummed instrument
- Lap harp – a plucked instrument
- Gourd rattle – for rhythm
- Drum – for rhythm
- Recorder – a wind instrument
Upcoming Events:
Blacksmithing - Mar. 12, 2023
Macktown Living History
2221 Freeport Road
Rockton, IL 61072
United States