Illustration of felt figures in knitted sweaters sharing a holiday dinner at a table with a roast, cocoa and a small tree (Winter Dinner at the Meeme House: Historic Dinner Series)

Winter Dinner at the Meeme House: Historic Dinner Series

Guests gather in the historic Meeme House around the wood stove to learn about life in the past from dinner hosts and historical cooks. The event features parlor games alongside a family-style meal of onion soup, chicken pie, pork and beans, applesauce, green beans, and cranberry tart with whipped cream. Beverage options include cider, coffee, and tea, and tickets also cover general admission to the village's Holiday Open House.

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When

Tickets

Attendees: $50; Museum Members: 15% discount. The ticket includes general admission for the day at the Holiday Open House.

Hours

11:30 AM–2:00 PM; the description also states 11:30 am.

Ages

All ages

Food & Drink

The Thanksgiving-inspired meal includes onion soup, chicken pie, pork and beans, applesauce, green beans, rolls, and cranberry tart with whipped cream; drinks include cider, coffee, and tea.

Going?

Location

Manitowoc County Historical Society · 924 Pinecrest Road, Manitowoc, WI 54220 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ ⚪ (3/5)

Best For

Families and history-minded diners

Vibe

Historic and intimate

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Low

Tips & Advice

  • Register at least 10 days in advance because advance registration is required for the dinner.
  • Arrive at the McAllister House Welcome Center 15 minutes before the program to check in before walking to the Meeme House.
  • Wear warm clothing if you get cold easily; historic structures can be drafty during chilly weather.
  • Contact the Society at least two weeks ahead with food-allergy questions, since family-style recipes generally cannot be altered.
  • Allow time to visit the Holiday Open House; dinner registration includes general admission for the day.

Special Events & Promotions

  • The dinner features a Thanksgiving-inspired menu.
  • Museum members receive a 15% discount.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to register in advance for the dinner?

Yes. Advance registration is required at least 10 days before the dinner.

Where do dinner guests check in?

Check in at the McAllister House Welcome Center, then make your way to the historic Meeme House.

What food and drinks are served?

The family-style, Thanksgiving-inspired meal includes chicken pie, pork and beans, applesauce, green beans, rolls, onion soup, and cranberry tart with whipped cream. Cider, coffee, and tea are offered.

Can the meal accommodate food allergies?

Meals are catered and served family style, and recipes generally cannot be altered. Contact the Society at least two weeks beforehand with allergy questions.

What should guests wear, and what else is included with registration?

Wear what is comfortable; warm clothing is recommended because historic buildings can be drafty. Registration also includes general admission for the day at the Holiday Open House.

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