French Connection Day

Sunday, August 11 · 9 am - 3 pm
Free with $5 per car parking fee

French Connection Day was inspired by Cantigny's French links, which began when Col. Robert McCormick fought with the First Division Infantry during World War I. He fought at the Battle of Cantigny, which was the first U.S. victory of the war.

When he inherited his family farm, Red Oak Farm, he renamed it Cantigny Farm because the battle had such an impact on him.

Families can enjoy such activities as:

• French Open Air Market by Bensidoun
• Wine Tasting and French Food at Le Jardin
• Pétanque (pronounce pay-tonk) a French yard game
• Kids' Art Project
• French Music by Traveler's Dream
• Street Performers: Stilt-walker, Caricaturist, Face Painters
• Storytime with Madeline
• Photo-ops by the 23 foot Eiffel Tower

For more information, please call 630.668.5161.