Discovery Park of America hosts Antique Tractor Show and David Crockett Celebration on Friday, August 11 and Saturday, August 12
What: Discovery Park of America has combined two popular events on Friday, August 11 and Saturday, August 12. The Antique Tractor Show, sponsored by First Choice Farm and Lawn will take place on Friday and Saturday, and the celebration of David Crockett’s birthday will take place on Saturday.
Guest will have the opportunity to experience antique tractors from throughout the region, an auction of two tractors from Discovery Park’s collection, live music from Mulberry Jam, programs and demonstrations on early frontier life and more. All activities are included with general admission cost or Discovery Park membership.
When: Antique Tractor Show: Friday, August 11 and Saturday, August 12
David Crockett Celebration: Saturday, August 12
Events below will take place on Saturday, August 12 throughout the day. (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Woodworking Demonstrations
Operation of the Forge
Birds of Prey with Reelfoot Lake
Demonstrations of traditional skills and crafts including candle and soap making and spinning and weaving
Flintkapping demonstrations from the Reelfoot Area Flintknappers
Wildlife on Wheels to provide education on native and non-native wildlife found in Tennessee
Timed Events
All events below will take place in The Settlement.
10:30 a.m. Outdoor Dutch Oven Cooking Demonstration
By Emalee and Brad Buttrey
11:30 a.m. The History of Fur Trapping
By Micah Seavers owner/founder of Seavers Beavers and WHOA (Walking Humbly Outdoor Adventures)
12:15 p.m. Performance by Mulberry Jam
1:00 p.m. Antique Tractor Show Auction
Two antique tractors to be auctioned off:1940 Allis-Chalmers C and 1956 Farmall 350
1:30 p.m. Community Jam Session led by Mulberry Jam
This presentation is funded in part by a grant from South Arts in partnership with the National Endowment of the Arts and the Tennessee Arts Commission.
3:00 p.m. Antique Tractor Show Parade
Participants of the Antique Tractor Show parade around Discovery Park.
3:00 p.m. Woodworking Demonstrations
Performed by Discovery Park’s education team