50th Anniversary Soirée

50th Anniversary 50th Anniversary Soiree

Announcing a very special evening to support the educational programming at Rockford's History Museum.

At Midway Village Museum, 6799 Guilford Road, Rockford, IL on Thursday, August 15th.

Join us to celebrate 50 years as Rockford’s history museum as you are transported back to the early 1900s in our Victorian Village. Festivities will feature historic figures, live music from Grand Groove Hotel, refreshing libations, and a sumptuous meal from Greenfire based on popular tastes of the era.

5:30 – 7 p.m.
Stroll through the Village, choose a bottle of wine at our wine pull, and enjoy a complimentary cocktail while considering your bid in our live auction.

7 – 8:30 p.m.
Dinner served by Greenfire - Cucumber salad, Chicken in Chardonnay Sauce and a Sirloin Steak, traditional Biscuits, and Peach Melba. Vegetarian option: Asparagus Mushroom Ravioli (please pre-order)

We will also feature live auctions and wine pulls, so please plan on returning home with a pleasant surprise!

Rockford's own Greenfire Restaurant will be providing the sit-down meal.

As a guest, you’ll enjoy both the fine food and music, as well as a slice of history in the beauty of the outdoor Victorian Village in early fall.

Ticket Price: $125 Per Person

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If you have questions about the event, please call us at 815-397-9112. Pre-registeration is required. Thank you for your support!

And thank you to our sponsors for their generous support!

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