The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County’s Kline Creek Farm at 1N600 County Farm Road in West Chicago invites visitors of all ages to enjoy Victorian holiday traditions during the “Christmas on the Farm” program Dec. 7 and 8 and ongoing “Christmas Memories House Tours” Dec. 1 – 30.
Father Christmas will be on hand during “Christmas on the Farm,” which takes place on Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 7 and 8, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., to share the spirit of the season and take photos with visitors. Holiday activities will continue throughout the farmstead and will include caroling and sipping hot cider near a warming fire.
The historic farmhouse will offer a look back at typical holiday preparations of the 1890s during “Christmas Memories House Tours,” offered Dec. 1 – 30 Thursdays – Mondays beginning on the hour 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Visitors will see the house decked in festive greens, savor the aroma of seasonal treats, and see the table set for company.
Both programs are free and are suitable for all ages. Registration is not required. For more information on “Christmas on the Farm,” “Christmas Memories House Tours” or other activities at Kline Creek Farm, call 630-876-5900.
The farm’s visitor center gift shop, open Thursdays – Mondays 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., offers unique seasonal finds including Victorian ornaments, old-fashioned toys, fruit preserves and jams and more. Proceeds support the Forest Preserve District’s mission of conservation, education and recreation.
The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County owns and manages 25,000 acres of prairies, woodlands and wetlands. Each year its 60 forest preserves, 145 miles of trails, five education centers and scores of programs welcome over 4 million visitors. For information, call 630-933-7200 or visit dupageforest.org, where you can also link to the District’s e-newsletter, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and YouTube pages.