The County Historical Museum presents the “Tractor Fest”

Tractors… large tractors, small tractors, tractors of all sizes will be on display at the San Joaquin County Tractor Fest; a fun event filled with tractors from all over the region. Tractor Fest will be held on Saturday, October 23 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the San Joaquin County Historical Museum in Micke Grove Park. Offers include a tractor parade at 11:30 am, activities for the kids, a local food truck and museum buildings will be open to enjoy throughout the day. Festival organizers are looking for local tractor owners to register their tractors and participate in the event.

“The San Joaquin County Tractor Fest helps increase knowledge of our region’s innovation history. The Industrial Revolution in San Joaquin County changed the world forever with the development of the crawler tractor, bulldozer and many specialized combines, ”said Phillip Merlo, executive director of the SJC Historical Society and Museum. “The show and parade of tractors and educational stands celebrate this rich heritage. “

Entry and parking for members are free. Admission for non-members is $ 7 for adults; $ 6 for the elderly and the military; $ 5 for children aged 6 to 17; and those up to five years are admitted free. Parking at Micke Grove Park is $ 6.

Tractor Fest is presented by the California Oliver Cletrac Club and the San Joaquin County Historical Museum. Openings for tractors are always available. To get into your tractor you need to register at the museum and the parking fees for tractor owners will be waived. Registrations are due Monday, October 18 at the latest. Call Evan Hust at 209-331-2055 or email ehust@sanjoaquinhistory.org for registration details.

The San Joaquin County Historical Society and Museum reveals the region’s rich heritage, from the Miwok and Yokuts Indians to Charles Weber (founder of Stockton and the region’s first farmer) and the development of modern agriculture. The museum has eight exhibition buildings and four historic buildings. It is home to the ever-popular Valley Days, an award-winning living history educational program for third, fourth and fifth graders. The 18-acre land includes the Sunshine Trail Living Exhibit of Native Habitats and the Delta Water Path.