If history were taught in the form of stories, it would never be forgotten.


– Rudyard Kipling

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Muster on the St. Mary’s – A Timeline Event

May 11 @ 10:00 AM - May 12 @ 4:00 PM

Free

Historic Fort Wayne, Inc. will be hosting its annual Muster on the St. Mary’s – A Timeline Event at the Old Fort. The event will be open Saturday, May 11, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm and Sunday, May 12, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm. Visitors will visit the camps and displays set-up by re-enactors from many different time periods. Soldier and civilian re-enactors will be wearing period clothing and uniforms. There will be a weapons presentation. There is no battle re-enactment for this event. Artisans will also be on site to demonstrate their craft. Registration is required. First time participants must submit photos of themselves, members, and camp. First time vendors and blanket traders must attach photos of the camp and time-period appropriate merchandise. Registration Deadline is April 26, 2024. The event is free.

Check-in is Friday, May 10, 3:00 pm – 10:00 pm and Saturday, May 11, 6:00 am – 8:00 am. Vehicles must leave the grounds by 8:00 am Saturday. Parking is available across the street. Camp areas are assigned. There are restrooms and a source for water. There are no food vendors on site.

There is an Education Day on Friday, May 10, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm for local 4th and 5th grade students. It is not open to the public. Indiana history is presented through activities and demonstrations. Registration is required.