Upcoming Museum Closures

Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum will be closed on the following dates throughout the summer:

July 4th - Independence Day
September 2nd-4th - Labor Day Weekend

#You Belong in a Museum

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In 2017, Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum and Gardens kicks off our You Belong in a Museum campaign!
 
Throughout the year, we will have lectures, workshops, open houses, family game days, members only night tours and free admission dates for you to   explore what is it like to be a part of the Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum!

Join us for these upcoming free admission dates:
 
June 6th, 14th,  20th
July  11th, 19th, 25th
August  8th, 16th, 22nd
 
Don’t miss out! Keep your eyes peeled for announcements for these events and so much more on Facebook or Twitter using the #youbelonginamuseum and #ibelonginamuseum

Speakeasy Murder Mystery 
August 12, 2017       6:00 pm

Dust off your flapper dress, zoot suits and Tommy guns and get  ready for your Roaring Twenties Murder Mystery Party! At the height of prohibition, morale was high, morals were at an  all-time low, and most of the country was controlled by the Mafia. 

At this cozy  little hot spot, hidden in the old Tinker mansion, you will find the best night  scene around. On a night like tonight, with tension running high, you might get caught in the middle of a bloody dispute. Enjoy your night but keep your guard up, we’d  hate to lose any of our clientele!

Purchase tickets on the Murder Mystery page! 

Fairy Tale Tea  
July 8, 2017   11:00 am

Calling all princesses, princes and creatures of all kinds! Are you looking for an afternoon fit for the whole family?

Tinker's Fairy Tale Tea is an adventure for everyone!  We encourage all of those attending to join in the fun and dress as their favorite character!

​ Special princess appearances and music will be provided by Once Upon A Dream Performances! Join our special guests in songs, stories and lots of tea party goodies!
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Reservations are required**
To purchase tickets, visit the Tea page! 

Explore Rockford's Roots 
June 25, 2017   1:00- 3:00 PM at Tinker

South West Ideas For Today and Tomorrow (SWIFTT) invites you to “Explore Rockford’s Roots”. Three southwest Rockford attractions will open their doors to the public and offer food coupons that may be redeemed at eight area eating establishments.

 Tinker Swiss Cottage, Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden,  and the Ethnic Heritage Museum will partner to offer tours for  guests to explore each attraction with no cost.
Tinker Swiss Cottage will be offering a first floor tours of the Cottage  from 1:00 -3:00 pm.

​Tours are limited to 15 people at a time. The museum is not accessible to strollers and wheelchairs. Animals are not permitted inside the buildings.

Admission is free to the three destinations, and patrons will receive coupons worth up to $8 each for lunch or dinner at participating restaurants.
Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum            411 Kent St. Rockford, IL 61102              P: (815)964-2424              info@tinkercottage.com 
*All header images provided by © Rockford Park District - Photo by Jesse Fox

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