A costumed interpreter portraying Abraham Lincoln will join diners for a Thanksgiving feast at Hale Farm & Village on Saturday, Nov. 14, from 3 to 6 p.m. The seasonal dinner pairs a holiday buffet with period entertainment, children's crafts and a chance to hear the 16th president reflect on the meaning of the holiday.
According to cleveland.com, Lincoln will deliver a Thanksgiving Day address reflecting on the holiday's themes of gratitude and unity. The event brings guests together to dine with President Lincoln and Hale Farm & Village costumed interpreters, per the Western Reserve Historical Society.
What's on the Menu
The buffet dinner includes turkey breast with gravy, traditional stuffing, mashed potatoes, vegetables, mixed green salad and dessert, prepared by Todaro's Party Center, the historical society's event listing notes. Wine and beer will also be available for purchase during the evening, according to the same listing.
Beyond the meal, the afternoon is built around activities tied to Lincoln's era. The report notes that children can take part in making corn husk dolls and button spinners, and they can also try writing with a quill pen and ink.
Shopping and Access Details
The Hale Farm & Village MarketPlace will be open for holiday shopping during the event, offering hand-blown glass ornaments, pottery, forged iron items, naturally dyed wool goods, traditional textiles, books and other locally made gifts. Guests should note that the historical society's listing specifies the broader Hale Farm & Village grounds will not be open for this event, meaning access is limited to the dinner and associated activities.
Tickets are $55 for general admission and $50 for Western Reserve Historical Society members, the outlet reports. Admission for children ages 3 to 12 costs $25, while children age 2 and younger are admitted free, though the historical society's listing notes a ticket is still required for them.
Where to Find the Farm
Published accounts differ on some of the finer location details for Hale Farm & Village. Cleveland.com lists the address as 2675 Oak Hill Road in Peninsula, while a separate listing from Northeast Ohio Parent gives the address as 2686 Oak Hill Rd. A 330tix event listing, meanwhile, describes the venue as located in Bath, Ohio, while cleveland.com identifies the event location as Peninsula. Prospective guests may want to confirm directions directly with the venue ahead of the Nov. 14 dinner.
