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  • September 2023

  • Sat 16
    September 16, 2023 @ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    Rug Weaving Demonstration

    Old Mill Museum 366 Mill St., Ortonville, MI, United States

    Witness the mesmerizing craft of rug loom weaving, where colorful threads interlace to create intricate patterns and cozy textiles.

  • Sat 16
    September 16, 2023 @ 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

    Time Capsule closing and dedication – on the Mill front porch

    Old Mill Museum 366 Mill St., Ortonville, MI, United States

    With heartfelt anticipation, we seal the time capsule, preserving our memories and dreams for future generations to uncover.

  • Sat 16
    September 16, 2023 @ 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

    Apple Pie Baking Contest Judging – on the Mill front porch

    Old Mill Museum 366 Mill St., Ortonville, MI, United States

    Get ready for a mouthwatering showdown as bakers vie for the title of apple pie champion in this deliciously sweet competition.

  • Sat 16
    September 16, 2023 @ 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

    Kids Cupcake Eating Contest

    Old Mill Museum 366 Mill St., Ortonville, MI, United States

    Watch the giggles and frosting fly as young contestants go icing to icing in a thrilling kids' cupcake eating contest.

  • Sat 16
    September 16, 2023 @ 3:00 PM - 3:15 PM

    Amos Orton look-alike beard contest on the Mill front porch

    Old Mill Museum 366 Mill St., Ortonville, MI, United States

    Join the whisker-wielding fun as participants compete for the title of the most convincing Amos Orton doppelgänger in this beard-tastic contest.

  • Sat 16
    September 16, 2023 @ 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

    Rug Weaving Demonstration

    Old Mill Museum 366 Mill St., Ortonville, MI, United States

    Witness the mesmerizing craft of rug loom weaving, where colorful threads interlace to create intricate patterns and cozy textiles.

  • Sat 16
    September 16, 2023 @ 3:15 PM - 4:00 PM

    Husband Calling Contest

    Old Mill Museum 366 Mill St., Ortonville, MI, United States

    Listen to the laughter and cheering as partners compete to show off their vocal prowess in this light-hearted husband calling contest.

  • December 2023

  • Sat 2
    December 2, 2023 @ 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

    Christmas in the Village

    Downtown Ortonville
  • March 2024

  • Mon 18
    March 18, 2024 @ 6:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    M15 Garage Sale – Vintage Market

    Old Mill Museum 366 Mill St., Ortonville, MI, United States

    Outdoor Vintage Market in conjunction with the M15 Garage Sale, held on the historic campus of the Old Mill Museum in Ortonville. Vendors - 10'x10' spaces are only $10.  This is mainly a vintage-theme market, not a generic garage sale... the bulk of items sold should fit within this theme, including: Antiques, historical items, vintage items […]

  • May 2024

  • Mon 27
    Featured May 27, 2024 @ 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM

    Civil War Cemetery Walk and Decoration Day

    Ortonville Cemetery 175 N Ortonville Road, Ortonville, MI, United States

    -----Memorial Day 2024----- At the Ortonville Cemetery and Old Mill Civil War reenactors will honor the 49 Civil War Veterans buried at the Ortonville Cemetery, and demonstrate at the Old Mill Museum. See their tombstones! Hear their history! Full Schedule: 9:30am - 10:00am - Memorial Day Parade starts at the Old Town Hall (486 Mill […]

  • September 2024

  • Sat 14
    Featured September 14, 2024 @ 10:00 AM - 1:30 PM

    Apple Pie Baking Contest

    Old Mill Museum 366 Mill St., Ortonville, MI, United States

    Bakers of all ages and skill levels may deliver homemade pies, which must contain apples. Pie plates will be returned after the contest.   Drop Pies off at Old Mill Museum between 10 am - 12:00 PM Judging begins at 1:00 PM Prizes for Appearance, Taste, and uniqueness

  • Sat 14
    Featured September 14, 2024 @ 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

    Kids Pie Eating Contest

    Old Mill Museum 366 Mill St., Ortonville, MI, United States

    Who can eat a small pie the fastest? Ages 4-13 1st - 3rd Place Prizes

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