World War II Days
The grounds of Midway Village Museum transform into a scene straight out of World War II during World War II Days. Rumbling tanks. Allied and Axis troop encampments throughout the property. More than 1,000 reenactors in period attire. This is one of the largest WWII reenactor events in the Midwest!
Watch smoke rise from weapons fired in battle. Hear soldiers move in on enemy territory in the woods skirmishes. And see rare military vehicles up so close that the past springs to life.
New this year: two reenactors will have a real, period-accurate wedding for the public to view, sharing their love for each other and WWII history!
Hear briefings from Gen. George S. Patton's mobile command unit. See rare military vehicles like an Amphibious Ford GPA 1942; Opel Blitz Truck, 1942; Hetzer Tank Destroyer; Flak88 Antiaircraft Gun; Panzer Aus 1 C and many more.
Interpreters dressed in period attire will discuss WWII rations for civilians and soldiers; Victory Gardens; and WWII headlines.
Camp Grant USO-style shows, complete with 1940s music, will be a hit in the gazebo.
Venture inside the Museum Center to explore:
• The temporary exhibit What Now? Holocaust Survivors – Between Rebirth and Remembrance
• The Society of Antique Modelers
• Action figure displays of both the European and Pacific Theaters
• Our permanent exhibit You’re in the Army Now: Camp Grant, Rockford’s Legacy
Your dining and snacking needs are covered thanks to delicious offerings from MISSION BBQ, the Polish Shack, Chavez Mexican Restaurante, Pig Minds Brewing, Vintage Goose Café, Sassy Mac Boys, & Bing’s Food Truck.
Discover amazing items for sale from at least 50 militaria sales vendors and the Museum's own Gift Shop. Coming to the Gift Shop: a NEW, LIMITED-EDITION Rosie the Riveter Sock Monkey! She joins delightful items including sock monkey dressed in handmade Peaches uniforms, a plush tank or WWII airplane, Rockford Peaches and Camp Grant merchandise, clothing, and bobble head dolls.
No pets allowed; however, service animals are permitted.
Many thanks to our sponsors, Schmeling Construction Co.; Midland States Bank; Hard Rock Casino; Winnebago County; and Aqua-Aerobic Systems, Inc.
Questions? Call 815-397-9112.
Watch smoke rise from weapons fired in battle. Hear soldiers move in on enemy territory in the woods skirmishes. And see rare military vehicles up so close that the past springs to life.
New this year: two reenactors will have a real, period-accurate wedding for the public to view, sharing their love for each other and WWII history!
Hear briefings from Gen. George S. Patton's mobile command unit. See rare military vehicles like an Amphibious Ford GPA 1942; Opel Blitz Truck, 1942; Hetzer Tank Destroyer; Flak88 Antiaircraft Gun; Panzer Aus 1 C and many more.
Interpreters dressed in period attire will discuss WWII rations for civilians and soldiers; Victory Gardens; and WWII headlines.
Camp Grant USO-style shows, complete with 1940s music, will be a hit in the gazebo.
Venture inside the Museum Center to explore:
• The temporary exhibit What Now? Holocaust Survivors – Between Rebirth and Remembrance
• The Society of Antique Modelers
• Action figure displays of both the European and Pacific Theaters
• Our permanent exhibit You’re in the Army Now: Camp Grant, Rockford’s Legacy
Your dining and snacking needs are covered thanks to delicious offerings from MISSION BBQ, the Polish Shack, Chavez Mexican Restaurante, Pig Minds Brewing, Vintage Goose Café, Sassy Mac Boys, & Bing’s Food Truck.
Discover amazing items for sale from at least 50 militaria sales vendors and the Museum's own Gift Shop. Coming to the Gift Shop: a NEW, LIMITED-EDITION Rosie the Riveter Sock Monkey! She joins delightful items including sock monkey dressed in handmade Peaches uniforms, a plush tank or WWII airplane, Rockford Peaches and Camp Grant merchandise, clothing, and bobble head dolls.
No pets allowed; however, service animals are permitted.
Many thanks to our sponsors, Schmeling Construction Co.; Midland States Bank; Hard Rock Casino; Winnebago County; and Aqua-Aerobic Systems, Inc.
Questions? Call 815-397-9112.
Where is it happening?
6799 Guilford Road, Rockford, IL, United States, Illinois 61107
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Host or PublisherMidway Village Museum
