Each year, the Stephenson County Antique Engine Club hosts the Freeport Threshing Show.
Location:
Stephenson County Fair Grounds2250 S. Walnut Rd
Freeport, IL 61032
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2012 Schedule:
Gates Open
| Friday | Aug. 3, 2012 | 7am |
| Saturday | Aug. 4, 2012 | 7am |
| Sunday | Aug. 5, 2012 | 7am |
Food Service
There are many food venders around the show grounds serving everything from small snacks to complete meals.
Events
| Parade | Daily: 1pm |
| Horse Pull | Friday, 6:30pm |
| Antique Tractor Pull | Saturday, all day |
| Nondenominational Church Service | Sunday, 8:30am |
Things to See
- Operating Threshing Machines
- Operating Steam Traction Engines
- Antique Tractors
- Operating Sawmill
- Blacksmith Shop
- Stationary Gasoline Engines
- Farm Machinery
- Antique Cars and Trucks
- Stave Mill
- Large Display Building
- Huge Flea Market
- Horses and horse powered equipment
Special Feature for 2012
Oliver tractors and equipment
Feature for gasoline alley: oddball engines
Featured Horse: To Be Announced
Featured Antique Vehicle: Henney
Show Admission
Adults ---------------- $6.00 Children Under 12 ----- $3.00 Season Pass ---------- $15.00
Special Senior's Package (Age 60 and up) - Friday Only
Threshing Show, Silver Creek Museum and Train Ride, combined: only $10.00
Camping Available
Call Ed Keach for details: 815-266-7280 Campers who are neither members, vendors, nor exhibitors will be charged admission at the gate.
Show Participants
For details about presenting in the show or selling in the Flea Market, click here.
Also, During the Show
The steam train will be running on the Silver Creek and Stephenson Railroad.
The Silver Creek Museum will be open for business.
For Railroad and Museum times and fares consult the schedule.
