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Painted Stone Settlers Long Run Massacre

September 12 - September 14

$6

Living History Event in Shelbyville KY. The Long Run Massacre was a skirmish between Squire Boone’s settlers from his Painted Stone Station and a group of Miami & Shawnee Indians. Settlers were fleeing to a more populated station and were attacked mid-route. Actual historical event occurred September 13, 1781. Friday is school day for over 800 children. Saturday is re-enactment day (at 2 PM) with event open 10-5. Afterhours catered dinner for re-enactors at 6 pm. Concludes with church service on Sunday morning 10 AM and camp breakdown. More details at www.paintedstonesettlers.org   Re-enactors can register at this site also. All are welcome. Now in our 25th year.

Details

Start:
September 12
End:
September 14
Cost:
$6
Event Category:
Website:
www.paintedstonesettlers.org

Venue

Red Orchard Park
704 Kentucky St.
Shelbyville, KY 40065 United States
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Other

Event Genre......
American Revolutionary War
Available At The Event.......
Natives, Civilians, Food Vendors, Demos, Blanket Traders
Years Portrayed at Event......
1781
Education Day Date/Time......
Friday Sept 12
Next Year's Date......
TBD

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