All About Horses
Saturday, June 13
Illinois Amish Heritage Center – Arthur, Illinois
Spend the day exploring the important role horses have played in Amish life, farming, transportation, and tradition. Through engaging demonstrations and hands-on experiences, visitors will gain a deeper appreciation for the connection between horses, agriculture, and community life.
Event Highlights
• Horse therapy demonstrations presented by Serenity Meadows
• Live horseshoeing demonstrations
• Blacksmithing and horseshoe forging
• Horse training demonstrations
• Buggy rides around the grounds
• Red Bantam chicken interaction
• Petting zoo
• Tours of historic Amish homes
• Living History Farm experiences
• Food available for purchase
This family-friendly event offers a unique opportunity to experience horse-centered traditions while exploring the Illinois Amish Heritage Center campus and its historic buildings.
Bring the whole family for a day of history, hands-on learning, and unforgettable experiences centered around one of the most important animals in Amish culture.
For additional event details and updates, visit the Illinois Amish Heritage Center website and follow IAHC on social media.
Campus Open: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Admission
$10 Adults
Children 12 & Under Free
Looking Ahead at the IAHC
The Illinois Amish Heritage Center continues to bring history to life through educational programs, special events, and immersive experiences throughout the year. Upcoming programs include:
• Steam Threshing Days
• Amish Education Programs
• German Spelling Bee
• Storytelling Events
• Old-Fashioned Christmas in the Historic Schoolhouse
Event dates and details will be announced throughout the year. Be sure to watch the IAHC website and social media pages for updates.
COMING IN 2026
Beginning in May 2026, the IAHC Living History Farm will be open to the public every Saturday, May through October, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Guided tours led by knowledgeable docents
• No reservations required
• Admission: $10 per person
Also slated to open in the fall of 2026 is the new Visitor's Center & Amish Museum, which will house The Story of Anabaptism and the Amish—the original exhibition first showcased in Arcola in the 1990s and later at Rockome Gardens in the 2000s.