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Upcoming 2012 – 2013 Events & Exhibits
For more information contact info@historicmilton.org or 302-684-1010.
May
Saturday, May 19, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm Please note special time for this date.
Tour: Boats, Buttons, Beans and Beer
Learn about Milton’s historical beginnings on a one hour walking tour of the town combined with a one hour tour of Dogfish Head Brewery. Co-sponsored by Dogfish Head Brewery and the Milton Historical Society. Location: Tours begin at Dogfish Head Brewery, 6 Cannery Village Blvd. Milton. Admission: Free for MHS members, $5 non-members. Advance reservations required. For information or for reservations, contact info@historicmilton.org or 302-684-1010.
Saturday, May 26, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Horseshoe Crab & Shorebird Festival
Community festival sponsored by the Milton Chamber of Commerce. Visit the Milton Historical Society to learn about the town’s beginnings and don’t forget to stop by the museum’s gift shop to purchase your own horseshoe crab ornament. Location: Downtown Milton. Admission: Free. Visit the chamber’s website for more information www.historicmilton.com or contact chamber@historicmilton.com or 302-684-1101.
June
Saturday, June 2, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Tour: Boats, Buttons, Beans and Beer
Learn about Milton’s historical beginnings on a one hour walking tour of the town combined with a one hour tour of Dogfish Head Brewery. Co-sponsored by Dogfish Head Brewery and the Milton Historical Society. Location: Tours begin at Dogfish Head Brewery, 6 Cannery Village Blvd. Milton. Admission: Free for MHS members, $5 non-members. Advance reservations required. For information or for reservations, contact info@historicmilton.org or 302-684-1010.
Saturday, June 9, 9 am – 3 pm
Antique Show
Antique enthusiasts can enjoy a fun and interesting day in downtown Milton checking out the wares of more than 20 antique vendors. Sponsored by Milton Historical Society and promoted by Antiques in Milton. Location: Milton Historical Society. Admission: $3.00 per person benefitting the Milton Historical Society. Early birds at 7:30 am $10.00. Visit www.historicmilton.org for details or contact antiquesinmilton.org or 302-684-4499 for more information.
June 29 – August 14th
Exhibit: About the Garden Milton Arts Guild
Garden themed display of paintings and drawings created by members of the Milton Arts Guild. Location: Lydia Black Cannon Museum Admission: Free. For more information contact info@historicmilton.org or 302-684-1010.
June 29, 5 – 7 pm
About the Garden Reception
Opening night reception sponsored by the Milton Arts Guild. For more information contact info@historicmilton.org or 302-684-1010.
Saturday, June 30, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Tour: Boats, Buttons, Beans and Beer
Learn about Milton’s historical beginnings on a one hour walking tour of the town combined with a one hour tour of Dogfish Head Brewery. Co-sponsored by Dogfish Head Brewery and the Milton Historical Society. Location: Tours begin at Dogfish Head Brewery, 6 Cannery Village Blvd. Milton. Admission: Free for MHS members, $5 non-members. Advance reservations required. For information or for reservations, contact info@historicmilton.org or 302-684-1010.
July
Saturday, July 21, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Tour: Boats, Buttons, Beans and Beer
Learn about Milton’s historical beginnings on a one hour walking tour of the town combined with a one hour tour of Dogfish Head Brewery. Co-sponsored by Dogfish Head Brewery and the Milton Historical Society.
Location: Tours begin at Dogfish Head Brewery, 6 Cannery Village Blvd. Milton. Admission: Free for MHS members, $5 non-members. Advance reservations required. For information or for reservations, contact info@historicmilton.org or 302-684-1010.
August
Saturday, August 11, 11 am – 2 pm
Milton Family Fun Day
Join us for a day of family activities and demonstrations. Co-sponsored by the Milton Fire Department and Ladies Auxiliary, Milton Public Library, Milton Lions Club and the Milton Historical Society. Location: Downtown Milton. Admission: Free. Visit www.historicmilton.org for details or contact info@historicmilton.org 302-684-1010 for more information.
August 17th – October 2nd Exhibit: Milton Arts Guild’s 1st Annual Autumn Photo Show
Display of photographs created by members of the Milton Arts Guild. Location: Lydia Black Cannon Museum Admission: Free. For more information contact info@historicmilton.org or 302-684-1010.
August 17, 5 – 7 pm
Milton Arts Guild Autumn Photo Show Reception
Opening night reception sponsored by the Milton Arts Guild. For more information contact info@historicmilton.org or 302-684-1010.
Saturday, August 18, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Tour: Boats, Buttons, Beans and Beer
Learn about Milton’s historical beginnings on a one hour walking tour of the town combined with a one hour tour of Dogfish Head Brewery. Co-sponsored by Dogfish Head Brewery and the Milton Historical Society. Location: Tours begin at Dogfish Head Brewery, 6 Cannery Village Blvd. Milton. Admission: Free for MHS members, $5 non-members. Advance reservations required. For information or for reservations, contact info@historicmilton.org or 302-684-1010.
September
Saturday, September 8,
Best of Milton Auction and Garden Party
Spend the evening enjoying music and refreshments while participating in this annual fundraising auction to benefit the Milton Historical Society. Location: Milton Fire Hall, Milton. Tickets: Available in August. Visit www.historicmilton.org for details or contact info@historicmilton.org 302-684-1010 for more information.
Saturday, September 15, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Tour: Boats, Buttons, Beans and Beer
Learn about Milton’s historical beginnings on a one hour walking tour of the town combined with a one hour tour of Dogfish Head Brewery. Co-sponsored by Dogfish Head Brewery and the Milton Historical Society. Location: Tours begin at Dogfish Head Brewery, 6 Cannery Village Blvd. Milton. Admission: Free for MHS members, $5 non-members. Advance reservations required. For information or for reservations, contact info@historicmilton.org or 302-684-1010.
Saturday, September 15, 9 am – 3 pm
Antique Show
Antique enthusiasts can enjoy a fun and interesting day in downtown Milton checking out the wares of more than 20 antique vendors. Sponsored by Milton Historical Society and promoted by Antiques in Milton. Location: Milton Historical Society. Admission: $3.00 per person benefitting the Milton Historical Society. Early birds at 7:30 am $10.00. Visit www.historicmilton.org for details or contact antiquesinmilton.org or 302-684-4499 for more information.
October
October 5 – November 13
Exhibit: Explorations- Discover Milton
Display of paintings, drawings, photographs and other media created by area artists; sponsored by the Milton Arts Guild. Location: Lydia Black Cannon Museum Admission: Free. For more information contact info@historicmilton.org or 302-684-1010.
October 5, 5 – 7 pm
Explorations- Discover Milton Reception
Opening night reception sponsored by the Milton Arts Guild. For more information contact info@historicmilton.org or 302-684-1010.
Saturday, October 13, 10 am – 3 pm
Fall into Milton
Fun, food and fabulousness in downtown Milton. Location: Corner of Magnolia and Union Streets in downtown Milton. Admission: Free.
Visit www.historicmilton.org for details or contact 302-684-1010 for more information.
November
November 16- January 8, 2013
Exhibit: Winter Holly Daze
Display of paintings, drawings, photographs and other media created by members of the Milton Arts Guild. Location: Lydia Black Cannon Museum Admission: Free. For more information contact info@historicmilton.org or 302-684-1010.
November 16, 5 – 7 pm
Winter Holly Daze Reception
Opening night reception sponsored by the Milton Arts Guild. For more information contact info@historicmilton.org or 302-684-1010.
December
Saturday, December 8, 9 am – 3 pm
Holly Festival
Celebrate the holidays in downtown Milton. Holiday shopping at the Fire Hall, holiday art show and sale at the Milton Historical Society. Be sure to stop by the Lydia Black Cannon Museum during the Milton Century’s Club Holiday House Tour held from 3-7 pm. Events sponsored by the Milton Chamber of Commerce. For more information visit the Chamber’s website at www.historicmilton.com or call 302-684-1101.
January 2013
January 11 – February 23, 2013
Exhibit: I Love Milton
Display of photographs created by local artists celebrating why they love Milton. Location: Lydia Black Cannon Museum Admission: Free. For more information contact info@historicmilton.org or 302-684-1010.
January 11, 5 – 7 pm
I Love Milton Reception
Opening night reception sponsored by the Milton Arts Guild. For more information contact info@historicmilton.org or 302-684-1010.