The Friends of Folklore Village was incorporated in 1998 as a stand-alone 501(c)3 Charitable Organization, whose purpose is to help provide financial support to Folklore Village. The Friends of Folklore Village aim to raise $10,000 for Folklore Village each year by presenting a variety of fundraising events, including the annual online auction.
The Friends of Folklore Village are kicking off their annual on-line auction on Sunday, November 1 at 9am (CT) with over 80 items. Bidding ends November 9 at 9pm (CT)
A few of the items are one of a kind – a handmade dulcimer, lovely jewelry, a hand carved walking stick, a wooden train, heart hooks, and a red heart bowl used for many years on Folklore Village serving tables.
Looking for great food choices? You can find Madagascar vanilla beans, local honey, coffee from four roasters, freshly made English Christmas fruitcake, and locally grown and milled flours.
Want to pick out your own items or snag some holiday gifts? There are gift cards and experiences too!
Browsing the site is free and easy. To bid you must register. Winning bidders will need to check out at the end of the auction. Local pickup at Folklore Village and Madison. Select items can be mailed. Visit the site at https://fundraiser.bid/FolkloreVillage.
Questions? Contact friendsoffolklorevillage@gmail.org
Magical Evening on the Prairie June 28, 2025
It was an enchanting evening filled with friendship, laughter, and beauty as dusk fell on the prairie.
Just 30 seats were available for a joyful gathering, with sumptuous appetizers, flower spritzers, fresh summer cuisine, and lilting melodies. As dusk fell and the night birds trill, we followed a woodland path to find unexpected treasures, then returned by lantern light to sumptuous desserts.
Friends of Folklore Village Board Members
Sarah Weier: President
Lisie Kitchel: Vice President
Lucy Richards: Treasurer
Carrie Danielson: Secretary
Nancy Bradshaw
Kenneth Kirkpatrick
Stina Seaberg
Join the Friends of Folklore Village
If you’re passionate about supporting Folklore Village, you are probably a good fit for us. Some additional skills that are useful are creativity, organizational skills, familiarity with, and connection to the Folklore Village community. The Friends of Folklore Village meet monthly over Zoom. For more information email friendsoffolklorevillage@gmail.com.
If you would like to donate to the general fund of the Friends of Folklore Village, you may do so HERE at our secure Give Lively site. Thank you!
