Living History: Historical Trades

About this event

Step back in time and experience history in action on Saturday, August 22. Join us on the lawn at the southeast corner of the Porter County Courthouse Square in downtown Valparaiso. Watch skilled living history interpreters demonstrate traditional trades such as carpentry, spinning, and more. Dressed in period clothing, these artisans bring the past to life by showcasing the skills that once shaped everyday life in communities like ours. This interactive, family-friendly event is free to attend. Ask questions, watch demonstrations up close, and discover how everyday goods were made before factories and mass production. Drop by with family and friends for this free event anytime between 10am and 2 pm!