Then, in the 1960’s, Edward and Francis Montgomery got involved.
They established a nonprofit organization to buy and restore the structures, allowing businesses to rent some out while museums and attractions were held in others.
…or even a few festivals.
…with vendors either forming in the middle of the midway…
…or lining themselves along the sides.
…seasonal and cultural crafts…
…dinnerware…
…and olde timey products…
…not to mention the items found inside Roscoe Village’s businesses.
…there were musical groups…
…a children’s activity area…
…and a nice assortment of food vendors.
I got ham and bean soup with a piece of corn bread at the bottom.
…although they were putting things away and letting it cool by the time I arrived.
Fortunately, there was still plenty to taste…
…and even more to take home.
…apple dumplings and apple fritters…
…the latter consisting of apple chunks in a crispy batter all covered in sugar.
Absolutely delicious…
…just as Johnny Appleseed intended!
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