The Illinois Professional Land Surveyors will have a display of antique and modern surveying instruments in the exhibit hall of the Visitor Center. The ladies of the village will be busy preparing for the upcoming day of Thanksgiving. Traditional seasonal activities such as corn husking, apple butter making, kettle corn and butchering will occur in the historic village. The militia will muster for parade, drilling and weapons demonstrations. New Salem is constantly offering special lecture series, weekend workshops and other chances for the public to learn more about New Salem and the 1830's culture as part of our ongoing efforts to enhance the public's relationship with our site.
All Special Events are free and open to the public.