Celebrating Mr. Lincoln and the Civil War Era: Music and Songs by the Hearthstone Ensemble Thursday, April 8, 2010 at 9:00 a.m. Cost is $15 per person. Call 260-486-8903 for more information.

About Settlers, Inc.

Since 1971, costumed Settler members have researched the early Americana domestic arts and crafts, their politics, history, folklore and mechanics involving the many skills needing to survive early America. Settlers have shared their knowledge with the community via their Speakers' Bureau and their programs at the Swinney Homestead.

The Swinney Homestead

In 1980 Settlers leased and moved into the Swinney House and began teaching classes in a historical, elegant setting. As part of their mission they also initiated the restoration of the house which is owned by the City of Fort Wayne.

Settlers' maintain a Gift Shoppe of period items on the second floor of the Swinney House. It is open during public events.

A group of dedicated Settlers maintains the Herb Garden at the Homestead. The herbs from the garden are used in Settler activities. A walk through the garden is enlightening and refreshing.