The Sister Bay Historical Society will launch a new community event later this month, inviting residents and visitors to enjoy live Americana music while supporting local history preservation efforts.

Music at the Barn will take place from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Saturday, July 18, at the Corner of the Past museum campus, next to the Little Sister Barn on the northeast side of the property. Admission is free.

The featured performers are The Riddle Brothers of Minneapolis, whose acoustic performances blend Americana, folk and original music influenced by their Southern heritage and life along the Mississippi River.

You are encouraged to bring blankets or lawn chairs for seating. Food and beverages will be available for purchase, although guests may also bring their own refreshments.

The event will also highlight the Historical Society's ongoing renovation of the Little Sister Barn into a Center for History, Education and Community. During an intermission, you will have the opportunity to tour the Little Sister Barn and the Corner of the Past museum grounds.

"We are excited about this new opportunity to celebrate the heritage of Sister Bay while bringing the local community and visitors together to enjoy music and fun at this special barn," said Laurie Zelnio, co-chair of Music at the Barn for the Sister Bay Historical Society.

Zelnio said organizers hope the inaugural event becomes a lasting community tradition.

"We look forward to continuing this tradition well into the future," she said.

The event will be held rain or shine.

Proceeds from the event will benefit the Sister Bay Historical Society and support its mission of preserving and promoting the community's history through education and historic preservation.

More information and events schedules are available on the Sister Bay Historical Society’s website.