Come and Visit Historic Hart
The Hart Historic District has numerous old-time attractions and historical buildings to appeal to all ages. Tour a restored 19th century church, one room schoolhouse, log cabin and Chief Cobmoosa's house (restoration in progress); also, an original grist and flour mill, and windmill. In the mill, watch the fabulous animated doll display in action. The church basement houses the extensive and unique "Seymour Rider Indian Artifacts Collection", a must see for antique Indian and history buffs. During the month of December, the Historic District is adorned with old time streetscape holiday decorations and animated dolls are on display in the Farmer's Market building.
Hours: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday thru Saturday. June, July & August
By appointment made through Hart City Hall (231-873-2448) during regular business hours.
Look for our new map on the Hart-Montague rail trail for access to these great historic landmarks.
Over Labor Day Weekend, the district hosts an Annual Heritage Days Celebration featuring arts and crafts, flea market, kids' games, live music and other entertainment, antique vehicle raffle and a pig roast and dinner on Sunday. All buildings and displays are open during the Heritage Days. The Heritage Days Celebration coincides with the Annual Area Pow-Wow.
Bygone Basics
Preserving our heritage through experiencing the lost home art of "putting food by." Re-Live an era when things were simpler, foods were natural, saving pennies was important, and people knew what was on their plate.
Learn and Do; home canning, jam & jelly making, butter churning, and baking items from "scratch".
Revel in heritage kitchen tools and methods while comparing with modern ones. This is the perfect experience for families, best friends, engaged couples, sisters,…
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Silver Lake Sand Dunes Area Chamber of Commerce
Hart Historic District
Visit the Hart Historic District and tour a restored 19th century church, one-room schoolhouse, log cabin and Chief Cobmoosa's house (restoration in progress); also, an original grist and flour mill, and windmill. In the mill, watch the fabulous animated doll display in action. The church basement houses the extensive and unique "Seymour Rider Indian Artifacts Collection", a must-see for antique, Indian and history buffs. Open 12 noon - 3:30 pm on Wednesday, 9 am…
Silver Lake Sand Dunes Area Chamber of Commerce
