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August 3rd & 4th, 2012
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History
 How did this long-lasting event get started?
In 1907, over 50 local dairymen formed a cooperative
creamery, with manager John Howe establishing the creamery's "Gold
Bar" butter and ice cream as one of the state's outstanding dairy
products.
When in June, 1911 fire gutted the creamery, Howe told the
community that if they could rebuild the business in 30 days, he would
host the biggest celebration they had ever seen.
They came close to the deadline (39 days), and Howe stuck
to his word.
There were public speakers and a free lunch, which
included "Gold Bar" ice cream and butter, and all of the
buttermilk the participants could hold.
Since then, the annual Stevensville Creamery Picnic
remains a part of the community, and is always held the first weekend in
August.
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