ST. LOUIS GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
A Day of Vintage Farm Life, Horseradish Heritage and Craft Spirits in Collinsville
A guided, 8-hour exploration that visits Willoughby Heritage Farm, traces Collinsville’s horseradish legacy, includes a private tour and lunch at Old Herald Brewing & Distillery, and finishes with a century-old bakery treat.
A Day of Vintage Farm Life, Horseradish Heritage and Craft Spirits in Collinsville.
Roots & Rye in Collinsville, IL 2025 moves from pastoral history to local flavor in a single day: tour Willoughby Heritage Farm to see how farm life felt in the 1940s, learn why Collinsville is known for its horseradish, enjoy a private tour and lunch at Old Herald Brewing & Distillery, and finish with a treat from Kruta Bakery, family-run since 1919.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Willoughby Heritage Farm — 1940s Farm Life
Visit and tour Willoughby Heritage Farm to experience how farm life looked and worked in the 1940s.
Collinsville’s Horseradish Story and Craft Brewing
Learn about Collinsville’s horseradish legacy and enjoy a private tour and lunch at Old Herald Brewing & Distillery.
Kruta Bakery — A Family Tradition
Conclude the day with a visit to Kruta Bakery, a cherished family-run spot in Collinsville since 1919.
What the day feels like
A paced, discovery-driven day of history and local flavor
This guided outing unfolds over a full day: historical interpretation at a living-history farm, cultural context around Collinsville’s horseradish legacy, a private brewery and distillery tour paired with lunch, and a final stop for a bakery treat — all arranged as a single 8-hour experience.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this day trip suits — and what to confirm before you go.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
This is an 8-hour guided outing.
Departure point is St. Louis Community College.
Price is listed at $139 per person and the outing includes lunch.
No specific gear requirements are provided in the supplied trip data; confirm recommendations with the operator before departure.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Roots & Rye outing?
The trip duration is 8 hours.
Where do we meet for departure?
The meeting location is St. Louis Community College.
What sites are visited on the tour?
The itinerary includes Willoughby Heritage Farm, a presentation on Collinsville’s horseradish legacy, a private tour and lunch at Old Herald Brewing & Distillery, and a stop at Kruta Bakery.
Is lunch included?
Yes — the outing is advertised at $139 per person and includes lunch.
Are there any stated participant restrictions or age limits?
No participant limits, age, or health restrictions are specified in the provided trip data; confirm any requirements directly with the operator.