Christmas on Vinegar Hill

Email:   mpcovh@gmail.com

P. O. Box 33

Mt. Pulaski, IL  62548

Christmas on Vinegar Hill is held annually the weekend before Thanksgiving with 30 locations open on Saturday and 14 locations open on Sunday in Mt. Pulaski & nearby Chestnut.

“Christmas on Vinegar Hill” meetings are

held at Mt. Pulaski Library at 7 p.m.

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History of “Vinegar Hill”

Prior to the repeal of the eighteenth amendment (prohibition) in 1933,  Mt. Pulaski stayed “wet” longer than the surrounding “dry” towns.  Since Mt. Pulaski had thirteen prosperous saloons and a few bootleggers, the railroads brought customers into town from every direction.  They would come with empty flasks and leave with full ones.  Upon nearing town, the conductor would call out “Vinegar Hill next stop”.  Thus, the town earned the nickname, “Vinegar Hill”.

Mt. Pulaski

MAPS

Map of Mt. Pulaski

<Click on above Mt. Pulaski Street Map to enlarge>

[Mt. Pulaski Locations 1-25
are displayed on this map]

<Click here for a list of vendors
and their map numbers>

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Street Map to enlarge>

Chestnut is located 6 miles northeast of Mt. Pulaski on Route 54. Chestnut locations B Through E are on this map. Chestnut location A is located on Route 54 before arriving in Chestnut.

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Chestnut from Mt. Pulaski>

2011 Christmas on Vinegar Hill

Ornament

Available for $10.00 at:

Farmers Bank

Illinois National Bank

The Salt Creek Attic Ltd.

A limited number of the following items are also available:

2009 Napkin Holder for $6.00

2008 Plate/Holder for $6.00

2007 Chamber Candleholder for $5.00

2006 Pottery for $8.00

2004 Candles for $4.00

2002 Tissue Boxes for $5.00

2001 Candle Holder Boxes for $5.00

S  = OPEN SATURDAY 8 A.M. TO 5 P.M.

SS  = OPEN SATURDAY 8 A.M. TO 5 P.M. AND SUNDAY – NOON TO 4 P.M.

EE = EATING ESTABLISHMENTS

RR = DESIGNATES PUBLIC RESTROOMS

Location

Number

Location

Description

MT. PULASKI LOCATIONS

1  THRU  25

S 1.

RR

MT PULASKI COURTHOUSE

State Historic  Site

Hot cider and coffee.  MAPS TO ALL LOCATIONS.

American Legion Home

[south Washington St - across the tracks]
 

S 2.

RR

SALT CREEK CRAFTER'S

American Legion Home

Expanded booths, wood,  fabric, florals, hand-forged items, sweatshirts, bake  shoppe.

S

CREATIVE CRAFTS:  Marilyn Barnett and  Phyllis Beccue

 American Legion Home

Santas,  snowmen,  folkart, antiques, wreaths, candles,  bake shoppe florals and trees.

S

THE KINDLING BOX – Lawrence and Selma Wilham

 American Legion Home

Oak & walnut shelves, barnwood items, nativities, handcarved items.

S

ANGELS ‘N’ MORE – Karen Ballard

American Legion Home

Lighted trees, wreaths, windows, angels, pillows, primitives, stitched pictures, and more!

S

CENTRAL ILLINOIS DECORATIVE ARTISTS
Jo Richner

 American Legion Home

Decorative artists offering variety of hand-painted and sewn treasurers.

 S

T.L.C. ANTIQUES – Tom and Carol Lowe

American Legion Home

Barnwood benches, primitives, crocks, old toys, woodenware, Hoosier cannisters, antiques.

S

FUN STUFF – BRENDA BROWN

American Legion Home

Women's accessories, handbags, jewelry, watches, and scarfs – all at reasonable prices.

S

UNIQUE TECHNIQUES – Ron Stoll

American Legion Home

Snowmen, holiday and winter decorations, Illini items, gifts for family, friends, teachers.

S

MONEY PENNY'S SENSATIONS – Angela Hight  American Legion Home

Hand poured soy candles, melt bars,  bath/body products and pendants.

S

WEAVER COUNTRY BASKETS - Patricia Weaver  American Legion Home

Hand woven baskets  and hand painted Christmas ornaments and gifts.

SS 3.

THE SALT CREEK ATTIC, LTD. 

106 S. Washington St.

Antiques, collectibles, gifts, handcrafted florals, wood, fabric, quilted and painted items.

SS 4.

CREATIVE HOUSE

110 E. Cooke St.

Treasure the memories thru Christmas traditions with surprises and gifts galore.

SS 5.

SADDIE'S SECRET PLACE 

104  S. Washington St.

Logan County's most unique boutique featuring fine jewelry and fashion jewelry for ladies, teens, and children, handbags, scarves and ladies togs.  Unique Gifts and Collectibles.

SS 6.

 RR

VFW POST 777

106 E. Cooke St. 

6 VFW Hall vendors:  oodles of holiday gifts, crafts, homemade items.

SS 7.

EE RR

BUFF'S FAMILY RESTAURANT

102 S. Washington St. 

Full service restaurant specializing in home-cooked meals and fresh baked pies and rolls.

S 8.

EE

BIG BOY TOY SHED (OLD HOLMES GARAGE)  ‑ 122 E. Cooke St.

Mini donuts, drinks, wood crafts, ice cream.

S 9.

RR

CLARENCE'S CORNER 

110 S. Vine St.

Baked goods, woodworking, Tupperware,  scrapbooking,  sewing items, candles, and soaps.

S 10.

EE

CONAWAY'S CORNER

107 East McDonald St.

Handmade candy, baked goods,  jewelry, blankets, crafts, lunch served.

SS 11.

RR

VINTAGE ONE LTD 

108 S. Washington St.

Florals, jewelry, taxi wallets, lace pottery and more!  Consignments and antiques too!

S 12.

EE RR

MT. PULASKI GRADE SCHOOL

50+ vendors – cookie walk – walking tacos,
sloppy joes, hot dogs.

S 13.

EE RR

VONDERLIETH LIVING CENTER

1120 Topper Drive

Beef/chicken and noodles, fresh bread desserts 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.  Cinnamon rolls 8 a.m. to ?

bake sale, Christmas décor.

SS 14.

I DESIGN 2 - Sharon Walton

2 Lamplighter Circle

 Country Place Subdivision

½ Mile North on Route 121

Christmas glitter wreaths, florals, chairs, shutters, center pieces, baked items.

SS 14.

DESIGNS BY KATIE

2 Lamplighter Circle

 Country Place Subdivision

½ Mile North on Route 121

Angels, painted designs, ornaments, snowmen, homemade gifts for all.

S 15.

EE RR

ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH – 203 S. Vine St.  (Serving 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.)

Chili or cheese broccoli soup with chicken salad sandwich and desserts.

S 16.

DOTS AND FRIENDS 

108 S. Belmont  St.

Seasonal winter and Christmas items – Something for everyone – Baked goods.

SS 17.

RR

FURNITURE DOKTOR

505 S. Washington St.

Antiques and collectibles:  postcards – linens – glassware – jewelry – huge As Is area.

SS

RR

STEVE MARTIN

505 S. Washington St.

Antiques, refinishing and restoration
217-299-0010.

S 18.

EE RR

MT. PULASKI UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
  303 E. Jefferson  St. – Open 8 a.m. 

Lunch 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Bake sale,  Soup, sandwiches, desserts, drinks.

S 19.

EE RR

ST. THOMAS AQUINAS CATHOLIC CHURCH 
321 S. LaFayette St.

Serving time 7 a.m. – 11 a.m.

Pancakes, sausage, eggs, biscuits and gravy,
bake sale.

SS 20.

ANNETTE HAHN

102 S. Garden St. in Garage

Crafts, knitted dishrags, baked goods, candy, MazPix Photography.

S 21.

4 LITTLE ELVES – (PIZZA MAN)

120 E. Cooke St.

Creative Menories®,  Longaberger®, Tastefully Simple®, Tupperware®.

S 22.

EE RR

PIZZAMAN OF MT. PULASKI

120 E. Cooke St.

Pizza – Pasta – Sandwiches & Salads! 

S 23.

MT. PULASKI TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND MUSEUM

104 E. Cooke St.

Step back in time for our bake shoppe and memorabilia.

S 24.

WOOL BARN ANTIQUES

Rick and Cindy Wilham

301 South Washington Street

Primitives, linens, jewelry, glass, collectibles, vintage items, holiday items. 

CONCERT – 7 P.M.

S 25.

RR

BALL BROTHERS CHRISTMAS CONCERT

Family Life Center

114 North LaFayette Street

Saturday 7 p.m.

4^th annual Christmas Concert – Celebrate the Christmas Season – Free will offering will be taken.

CHESTNUT LOCATIONS:

A, B, C, D, & E

(Visit the community of Chestnut located 6 miles Northeast of Mt. Pulaski on Route 54.)

Map to  Chestnut  from Mt. Pulaski
 

Chestnut  Street Map

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A.

SS

PATSY COWGUR

1945 800^th Street

State Route 54

3 miles East to Sign

Watkins Products, woodworking,  crafts, shelves, miscellaneous.

B.

SS

RR

CHESTNUT FIRE AND EMS

108 Olive Street

Chestnut, Illinois

Multiple vendors featuring holiday, general crafts, bake shop.

C.

SS

RR

C R ANTIQUES

State Route 54

Chestnut, Illinois

Furniture, quilts, general line Antiques, Celebrating our Second Anniversary.

SS D.

EE RR

CHESTNUT FAMILY RESTAURANT

104 East Olive Street

Chestnut, Illinois

Mexican combo plates, full menu, Mexican gourmet deserts, Scentsy dealer

SS E.

RR

QUILTS BY SHIRLEY JEAN - Shirley Stauffer

306 N. Mulberry Street

Chestnut, Illinois

Purses, pillowcases, aprons, table runners, placemats, baby quilt, couch throws.

S  = OPEN SATURDAY 8 A.M. TO 5 P.M.

SS  = OPEN SATURDAY 8 A.M. TO 5 P.M. AND SUNDAY – NOON TO 4 P.M.

EE = EATING ESTABLISHMENTS

RR = DESIGNATES PUBLIC RESTROOMS