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Antiques Galore in the Illinois Amish country November 10th, 2012

Be sure to plan a trip to the Illinois Amish country for Arthur's wonderful Gathering on the Prairie antiques and primitives show. The annual Spirit of the Seasons Gathering on the Prairie show is held each year just south of Arthur at the Otto Center. The show plays host to numerous antique and primitives dealers showcasing everything from furniture, folk art, primitive ware, home antiques, and much much more.

2012 Central Illinois Bragging Rights BBQ State Championship - October 13th

The Village of Arthur and the Arthur Chamber of Commerce would like to invite everyone to the 10th Annual WCIA Central Illinois Bragging Rights BBQ State Championship being help on October 13th, 2012 in downtown Arthur, IL. The CIBR offers a wide range of fun for the entire family of all ages.

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Start Celebrating the warm weather with the 3rd Saturday Market!

If you are looking for a way to start taking advantage of the warm spring weather make sure to plan a visit to the Arthur, IL Amish country on the 3rd Saturday of each month.  Located in downtown Arthur Il at the Gazebo Annex across the street from the Arthur Visitor's Center,  craft vendors from the Central IL area gather to display their wide variety of wares.  A perfect event that caters to the whole family.

Arthur “Amish Country” Christmas Kickoff

Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus will make their first appearance of the holiday season during Arthur’s annual Christmas Kickoff and Lighted Christmas Parade on Saturday, November 19.

Antiques + Amish Country = A Wonderful Weekend

Make sure to mark your calendars for Friday March 5th and Saturday March 6th.  Gather up the whole family and take a trip to Arthur, IL in the heart of Illinois Amish country for one of the best antique shows in the state.  A gathering of some of the best dealers in country antiques, primitive collectibles, and folk art is taking place this coming weekend.

2011 Amish Country Activity Guide now available

The events are set for this year around Amish Country and are available on our on-line calendar from the links on the left.

2011 in the Arthur Amish Country

The new year is upon us and Arthur and the Illinois Amish country is gearing up for another fun and exciting event filled year.  Arthur has been known to be a wonderful family destination that has entertained guests from around the world that this year is shaping up to be the same with some wonderful additions.

ONLY 16 MORE DAYS UNTIL SANTA ARRIVES!

No, Christmas isn’t early this year. BUT, Santa will be making his first visit to Arthur in just 16 days on Saturday evening, November 20th. So, boys and girls, big and small, need to start making their lists out now.