West Central Home Tour & Swinney Homestead Open House
September 11 and 12, 2010

Johnny Appleseed Festival
September 18 and 19, 2010

Bus Tour of Local History of Allen County and Lunch at the Swinney Homestead
October 9, 2010

2010-2011 Hand-Arts History Series Now & Then begins October 14, 2010. Pre-register by calling chairperson Judy Bozarth, 637-6692.

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.