Hearthside Suppers
January 6-March 25 2012
January: Friday-Sunday
February: Thursday-Sunday
March: Wednesday-Sunday
6-9 p.m.
Reservations required.
Recommended for ages 10 & older
$60/person ($55/member)
Ever wondered what people ate for dinner in the early 1800s? And how it was prepared? Discover those answers firsthand when you and your family join in the preparation of a candlelight feast served inside the historic Conner House. Recipes are straight from the pages of a 19th-century cookbook.
- Prepare and eat a 19th-century meal by candlelight
- Tour the historic 1823 Conner House
- Learn about life in 19th-century Indiana from costumed hosts
- Enjoy entertainment in the parlor
Purchase Hearthside Suppers gift certificates and surprise someone with a truly unique experience. For more information about attending Hearthside Suppers, call Guest Services at 317.776.6006 or 800.966.1836 or e-mail info@connerprairie.org.
"Thank you. It was simply perfect! Our children loved it and it was one of those experiences that will become a tradition and become a great memory."
2011 Hearthside Supper Guest
Groups
Immerse your entire family or group in an evening at the Conner House! Simply sign up 12 people at the same time to book the entire house for an exclusive Hearthside evening. Groups of 12 may also pre-order wine or beer to accompany the meal.
New Menu for 2012
The menu for Hearthside Suppers is created based on receipts (recipes) from early 19th-century cookbooks and includes foods that would have been served during the winter. The menu changes annually to offer guests a variety of taste experiences each year. The menu for 2012 is below.
Popcorn, Pounded cheese, Water wafers, Cider
Pumpkin Soup
Beef Alamode with roasted root vegetables
Chicken and Homemade Noodles
Pickled Red Cabbage
Brandied Pears
Bread and Butter Pickles
Roly Poly (a 19th century ‘pudding’ with sweetened dough and fruit preserves)
Hearthside Suppers Survey
Hearthside Suppers Attendees: We'd appreciate your feedback about your experience. Please take a short survey and tell us about your evening: Hearthside Suppers Survey
Thank you!