Summer Children’s Programs

Gather under the old shade tree to listen to stories of adventure from long ago or become a Pioneer of the Illinois Territory during the summer programs planned for children at Stephenson House. Two new programs are offered this season to give area children a taste of historic Illinois, Story time and the Pioneer Day Camp.

Pioneer Day Camp

June 9, 10, & 11

On June 9, 10, and 11 the Pioneer Day Camp transports participants back-in-time to the Illinois Territory and the birth of our state. The three day camp focuses on hands-on history activities for children grades 3rd through 5th. Two sessions are scheduled each day, the first in the morning from 9 am to 12 pm and a second session in the afternoon from 1 pm – 4 pm. Participants sign up for either the morning or afternoon session. Each session features a variety of activities designed to give participants a taste of the past. The cost to participate in the three day camp is $35 per child and must be paid at registration. Pre-registration is required.

Summer Story Time Series

The summer Story time series begins July 26. Additional dates are August 30, September 27 and October 18.

Every month features a different storyteller from 1-2 pm on the front lawn of the house. To children a story is magical. Their minds are open to all sorts of possibilities and make-believe. Stephenson House wants to treat children and their families to an opportunity to enjoy the grounds of the house, learn about other times, and take a break from the modern world. This program is free to anyone wanting to listen to an old-time ‘yarn’. Parents are asked to accompany their children during each session. For more information about scheduled stories and tellers call 618-692-1818.