Lincoln's New Salem Candlelight Walk
Fri, Oct 02 – Sun, Oct 18, 2026 • 5:00pm - 7:30pm
15588 History Ln, Petersburg, IL 62675
Enjoy an evening touring Lincoln's New Salem through candlelit pathways.
The Candlelight Walk offers the only opportunity to see the village at night. Period clothed interpreters will be inside many of the log homes and shops in the village to talk about life in 19th century Illinois. The walks will be held on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays; October 2nd-October 18th from 5pm-7:30pm.
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Bluegrass musicians will be playing music in the outdoor theater. Traditional, folk and bluegrass musicians are invited to participate in the weekend impromptu jam session.
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