CORN, CORN and more CORN at The Blind Swine

The Western Illinois Museum announces the next date The Blind Swine Speakeasy will be open. The public is invited on Friday, August 17^th from 4:30 to 7:30 pm to what can be described as a cross between an event and exhibit. Held in the raw space that was once used as a garage, it is a perfect place to explore the Prohibition-era and the rise of the automobile. There is a suggested $5 donation at the door, or as they would say in 1920, hit me with an “Abe’s Cabe.”

Guests can view artifacts from the museum’s agricultural collection as well as try their hand at an interactive game that explores making a living by farming in the Midwest during the 1920s. The post-WWI agricultural economy was volatile, causing the price of corn to fluctuate. Farmers were working to pay down investments they had made to expand production during the war years, while demand for food was diminishing as European farms came back into production.

Enter the speakeasy through the museum’s “back door” located on the south side of the building, if you have the password. Music will be provided by The George Turner Trio who will play two sets starting at 5:00 pm.  Guitarist George Turner will be joined by Aaron Krings on bass, and Steve Adleman on drums. Hy-Vee catering will provide the spirits –for a price.

The Blind Swine Speakeasy will be open on the first and third Fridays of the month through September. More details about upcoming music and activities taking place at the speakeasy will be announced, along with the password, on the museum’s Facebook page, Twitter feed and website.

The Western Illinois Museum is located at 201 South Lafayette Street in Macomb.  For more information, contact the museum at 309.837.2750 or info@wimuseum.org. 

Shhh… password, “How much for a bushel of corn?”