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Free, family-friendly day in Crete! Join us Sat, Sept 6, 2025 for Crete Township’s 175th Anniversary & new Community Center dedication—history demos, kids’ activities, music, great food, and special honors. All are welcome!Celebrate 175 years of Crete Township and the dedication of our new Community Center!
**Free admission**
Sat, Sept 6, 2025 | 11:00 AM–5:00 PM
Where: 25930 S. Cottage Grove Ave., Crete, IL 60417
Great for kids, families & seniors!
• Family crafts & games, pony rides, petting zoo
• Living History Pioneer Camp: candle making, open-fire cooking, blacksmithing, storytelling, old-fashioned games
• Displays: antique cars & tractors
• Live music: Al “Big Voice” Mack & the Rochambeau Bluegrass Band
• Classic treats: corn roast, root beer floats, ice cream social
• Food by Crete Township Fun Timers Club & Slacker “T” Barbeque
Special moments:
• Recognition of local veterans & first responders
• First-ever "Crete Township Civic Leadership Medal of Honor" presented to Michael Einhorn
• Appearances by “President Abraham Lincoln” and Crete Township founders Willard & Dyantha Wood (reenactors)
Bring the whole family—celebrate our history and community together!
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
25930 S Cottage Grove Ave, Crete, IL 60417-4002, United States
