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Apple Butter Festival returns October 12–13, 2024

Century Village Museum will be hosting its 76th Apple Butter Festival on October 12 and 13 from 10 AM to 5 PM, immersing attendees in the beauty of fall foliage and the crisp autumn air. 

Set amidst the picturesque landscapes of Burton, Ohio, Century Village Museum provides a charming backdrop for the festival.  Visitors can stroll through the historic village, admire the restored buildings, and take in the natural beauty of the surrounding countryside.

In addition, see historical demonstrations that transport visitors back in time.  From blacksmithing to woodworking, attendees can witness craftspeople showcasing traditional skills and techniques that were once essential to rural life.

A highlight of the festival is the traditional method of making apple butter. Visitors can observe or even participate in the process, which often involves cooking apples in large copper kettles over an open flame.  The sweet aroma of simmering apples fills the air as skilled artisans stir the bubbling mixture to perfection.

There are also plenty of fun activities for the kids!  Enjoy vibrant balloons and exciting bouncy houses, test your skills with corn hole games, get creative with bubble making and educational crafts.

Delight in live entertainment throughout the day while exploring a variety of vendors and crafters showcasing unique goods.  Savor delicious treats from food vendors.

Show off your artistic flair with an apple peeling carving contest and don’t miss the thrilling pumpkin carving and pumpkin roll!

Mark your calendar and bring your friends and family for a day filled with laughter, creativity, and community spirit. 

Century Village Museum is located at 14653 E. Park Street in Burton.  Call 440-834-1492 or visit www.centuryvillagemuseum.org for more info or to purchase tickets.


About The Museum
The Century Village Museum is an authentic representation of a Western Reserve village from 1798 to the end of the 19th century.  The Museum contains over twenty historically authentic buildings, more than 15,000 museum artifacts, and a working farm with a sugar bush for making maple syrup.