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GROUP TOUR INFORMATION FLYER 1920s MAIN STREET
Why Choose Sauder Village?
NEW! 1920s Main Street
As Ohio’s largest living history destination, a highlight of Sauder Village is the opportunity for guests to take a “Walk Through Time” to experience life in Ohio from 1803 through the roaring 1920s while visiting Natives & Newcomers, a Pioneer Settlement Area, and the new 1920s Main Street. As guests stroll down an authentic 1920s Main Street they will be able to stop by the theater to take a peek at what’s playing on the big screen, explore a grocery store, and sip a cherry phosphate at the soda fountain. Guests can see the latest fashions at the dry goods store, meet horses at the livery, buy candies at the candy store, take an antique car ride and have fun exploring the bank, fire station, and even a speakeasy. Follow this link for more information: 1920s Main Street
Historic Walk through Time from 1803 – 1928
Visit over 50 homes and shops in Historic Sauder Village. Experience the lives of our ancestors while talking with costumed guides and working craftsmen in historic homes, community shops, farms and gardens.
Natives & Newcomers – 1803 - 1820
Step back to 1803, the time of Ohio’s statehood and into the lives of the Native Americans and European traders who lived in Northwest Ohio. As you enter the wigwams or smell the traditional foods cooking over the fire or interact with the costumed interpreters, you’ll learn what life was like for the hundreds of Native Americans who called Northwest Ohio home and how they interacted with their environment, each other and the Europeans who were beginning to move into this region. Enter the Fur Traders Cabin to learn about early trade in this region. Discover an important, but little told chapter in American history through engaging demonstrations and hands-on activities. Follow this link for more information: Natives & Newcomers
Pioneer Settlement – The Immigration Story – 1834 - 1870The newest phase of the historic timeline, provides a unique opportunity to experience the development of the “Great Black Swamp” region. This area shares the stories beginning with the journey of the first permanent European immigrants to this region and their struggle for survival that first year as they established a new community. As these settlers drained the swamp, the rich land provided for the advancement of agriculture as a commercial enterprise for their families. While focusing on Northwest Ohio, these stories mirror our national story of immigration, community building and technological changes. As guests hear stories of their journey, their struggles and their joys they’ll be inspired with the messages of hope as they learn how these early settlers not only survived but thrived!
Follow this link for more information: Pioneer Settlement
Discover HandmadeHistoric Sauder Village is proud to be home to artisans and craftsmen who not only follow the traditions of their respective crafts, but are developing revolutionary new techniques and applications. Each one of the artists carries on a skill that was vital to everyday life at the time the Black Swamp was settled. Talented basket makers, weavers, broom makers, coopers, spinners, quilters, woodworkers, tinsmith, potters & glass blowers make Sauder Village the home of leading artisans in their field.
Welcoming HospitalityWe hope you will make plans to dine with us at the 350 seat Barn Restaurant! This 1860’s reconstructed Barn with its hand-hewn timbers provides a beautiful setting for guests to enjoy a homestyle buffet or menu options with broasted chicken, real mashed potatoes, salad bar & all the trimmings. Our pies, rolls and breads are baked fresh in our own Doughbox Bakery, adjacent to the Barn Restaurant. By dining with us, you'll be sharing our past and building our future.
Overnight Accommodations at the Sauder Heritage InnA beautiful respite in the country, the Sauder Heritage Inn offers 98 guest rooms. Our warm hospitality will welcome you as you enter the spacious, timber-frame lobby. Throughout the Inn the beautiful fireplace, atriums with live plants, comfortable furniture, natural wood timbers and hand-forged lamps and railings set the casual, friendly tone. The indoor pool with waterfall, hot tub, game & exercise rooms adjacent to the “Great Oak Tree” and free upscale continental breakfast provide even more options for a memorable get-away! We offer a unique destination for family vacations, retreats, classes, group tours and conferences. Group rates are available. We’ve included all the amenities of a large hotel with the ambiance of a country inn to offer you the ideal place to stay in northwest Ohio. We look forward to having you as our guest!
Unique ShoppingEnjoy unique shopping at the Gift Shop, General Store and Threads of Tradition Quilt Shop. There are also many specialty shops like the Herb Shop, Main Street Confections and historic craft buildings where guests can take home a hand crafted broom, basket or piece of pottery. The Sauder Store & Outlet featuring Sauder ready-to-assemble furniture is just across the parking lot.
Book your adventure today with Group Sales 800/590-9755.