Wednesday, June 3, 2009

Port-a-Pit Chicken Fundraiser and Family Day at Museum on June 13

The North Berrien Historical Museum will hold its annual Port-a-Pit Chicken Fundraiser on Saturday, June 13 from 12 – 5 pm. Individual half-chickens and pork chops are $5 while a full meal is $8. Tickets are available pre-sale at the museum and or on the day of the barbeque.

The museum’s 4.5 acre grounds will be open for picnicking and admission will be free to the main gallery, Print Shop and Nichols Agricultural Building. Family-friendly activities including a treasure hunt, face painting, and 19th century toys will be offered for visitors of all ages. In addition, the Coloma-Watervliet Area Chamber of Commerce will have its 2009 raffle motorcycle on display.

The public is encouraged to enjoy the museum’s activities and then head down to Baker Park to attend Coloma’s 175th birthday celebration. Food and utensils can be taken to-go at any time between 12 and 5 pm.

The North Berrien Historical Museum is open for extended summer hours through October; Wednesday to Saturday 10 am – 4 pm.

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