Feb 7: Postville Courthouse Abe Lincoln's Birthday Celebration; Postville Courthouse will once again be celebrating Abraham Lincoln's Birthday in style, and the public is invited to attend!  Paul Beaver will be on hand to give two afternoon presentations.  Susan Kirby, Local author, will give a presentation. Postville volunteers will be conducting tours and will be serving birthday cake and punch.  Period music by the Postville Express will be playing throughout the event and the Arts and Craft Guild will have their children's event from 10 AM to 12 PM in the historic courtroom.  Contest winners will also be announced.  An Abraham Lincoln interpreter will be on hand to greet you.  The hours for the event are 10 AM to 4 PM.  This event is free to the public, but donations will be accepted.  For more information, call 217-732-8930 or 217-737-0979.

Aug 30: 1800's Craft Fair; Postville Courthouse will once again be hosting their 1800's Craft Fair on the final day of the Lincoln Art and Balloon Festival. The public is invited to come and see the 19th century crafters from surrounding areas demonstrate their skills. Local crafters are also included. Music and other entertainment will be provided. Please call 217-732-8930 or 217-737-0979 for more details.

Dec 5: 1840's Christmas Open House; Please stop by the Postville Courthouse State Historic Site to enjoy the holidays 1840's style. The building will be decorated accordingly, with period music, refreshments, presentations and tours. Please call for information 217-735-4977 or 217-737-0979.