Attraction Guide: AuGlaize Village, Defiance, United States

AuGlaize Village Guide

Step Back in Time: Experience 19th-Century Life at AuGlaize Village Guide

AuGlaize Village is a living history museum that transports visitors back to the 19th century in Northwest Ohio. Explore a meticulously recreated village featuring original and reconstructed buildings, offering a glimpse into the daily lives of pioneers and early settlers. From a blacksmith shop and a one-room schoolhouse to a general store and a church, AuGlaize Village provides an immersive and educational experience for all ages. The village represents a composite of life in the region during the 1800s. Many of the buildings are original structures that were moved to the site and carefully restored. The village aims to preserve and interpret the history of the area, showcasing the trades, crafts, and social customs of the time. Knowledgeable interpreters in period attire bring the village to life, demonstrating traditional skills and sharing stories of the past. Visitors can participate in a variety of activities, including watching blacksmiths at work, learning about pioneer cooking, and taking a ride on a narrow-gauge train. Special events are held throughout the year, such as Civil War reenactments, harvest festivals, and Christmas celebrations. While there isn't a specific culinary tradition unique to AuGlaize Village itself, the village often features demonstrations of 19th-century cooking techniques and recipes, offering a taste of the past.