There’s a lot of summer still ahead, but the hot and humid weather brings on thoughts of crisp fall days. The Lafayette County Historical and Genealogy Society is contacting participants for the three day Darlington Event — “Night (and Day) at the Museum, 2025,” Sept. 19-21.

As in the past there will be historical re-enactors from the Fur Trade Era, and the Civil War Era, displays of ancient artifacts, hands- on activities, and specific historically significant figures from Lafayette County’s past. Everyone that has participated in the past is encouraged to contact the Museum at 608-776-8340, or Barb at 608-482-2483 to make sure they are on the contacts list for coordinating efforts for this year’s event.  

The Society has arranged for live music on Saturday with The First Brigade Band in the afternoon, and The Blackbridge Boys in the evening. There will be food vendors including the Darlington Optimists, The Lions Club, and Lucky Cow Coffee and Gelato, and there is room for more.  

It is challenging to communicate with county schools being close to the start of a new school year, but LCHGS will reach out to all the schools with the opportunity to have some hands-on local history education on Friday, Sept. 19.  The event can enhance Wisconsin history education and inspire students. LCHGS can pay school transportation expense thanks to a grant from Wiegel Strong Foundation.

This is a free event. Free to attend and free to participate. Crafters, food vendors, and charitable organizations looking to publicize their efforts or raise funds for their causes, are all welcome with no fee. Contact the Museum or Barb to make sure your space is reserved.

Although it is “free,” there are expenses to make this happen. LCHGS is grateful to the Darlington Community Fund, Woodford State Bank, and Apple River State Bank for financial assistance. Any other area businesses or people that would like to contribute are encouraged to send donations to the Museum at 525 Main Street, Darlington.

For additional information call 776-8340 or 482-2483.