Maize & Snitz Fest returns Saturday, October 4, 10 a.m.– 4 p.m. to the 1719 Museum! The festival brings Lancaster County’s early Indigenous and European cultures to life with historical demonstrations, local vendors, and tours of the Herr House and Lancaster Longhouse.
At Maize & Snitz Fest, artisans showcase traditional crafts originating from Europe and the Indigenous Peoples of the Eastern Woodlands. These crafts—including apple butter making, blacksmithing, beadwork, and music—have shaped Lancaster County’s history and now tell its story. Throughout the day, interpreters will lead demonstrations near the Herr House and the Lancaster Longhouse, offering insight into historic art forms, industries, and traditional cooking.
This year the event features exciting new activities. Guests can bid on silent auction items, courtesy of local donors, artists, and businesses. Lots include fraktur cards by Lynn Sommer; an antique bucket made by a local blacksmith; and an original painting by Barry Lee, an artist of the Munsee Turtle Clan. Barry Lee will also be performing music near the longhouse.
To commemorate the 500th anniversary of Anabaptism, one rare book printed in Europe and one rare book printed in America, both related to the Herr family, will be on display. Additionally, guests will have the chance to learn about the 1719 Museum’s dedication to historical preservation as we anticipate restoring the Herr House’s roof with over 7,000 hand-cut red oak shingles this fall.
Specific activities for children include crafts, eighteenth-century games, and a scavenger hunt with prizes.
Admissions
Adults – $15
Youth (6–16) – $7
Children 5 and under – complimentary
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