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Kalamazoo Living History Show 2024

Kalamazoo Living History Show 2024

Kalamazoo County Expo Center 2900 Lake Street, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

More than 10,000 historical re-enactors, history enthusiasts, collectors and the general public from the United States and Canada are expected to attend the 48th annual Kalamazoo Living History Show™.  The juried, nationally recognized show is scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, March 16-17, 2024, at the Kalamazoo County Expo Center, Kalamazoo County Fairgrounds, 2900 Lake Street, […]

$9.00 – $13.00

Grassy Run Heritage Rendezvous

Cook Log Cabin Heritage Center 6707 Goshen Road, Goshen, OH, United States

The Grassy Run Heritage Rendezvous is the largest living history event in Southwest Ohio and has been for over 30 years. Thanks to the Goshen Township Historical Society we are holding our rendezvous on the grounds of the Cook Log Cabin Heritage Center and, thanks to Goshen Local Schools, have the use of the field […]

Ashville Ohio Reenactment Timeline/Grove of Heroes

Ashville Ohio Reenactment Timeline/Grove of Heroes

Ashville Ohio Village Park 165 Walnut Street, Ashville, OH, United States

Held in conjunction with the Ashville Viking Festival, this event spans all history. All eras are accepted. From the legions of ancient Rome to the colorful mercenaries of the Holy Roman Empire and beyond, history awaits. Our reenactors look forward to explaining life throughout the ages. Visit our Grove of Heroes and learn how weapons […]

Free
St. George’s Day Commemorative Spring Encampment

St. George’s Day Commemorative Spring Encampment

Veterans Memorial Museum 100 Southwest Veterans Way, Chehalis, WA, United States

Welcome to St. George's Day Commemorative Spring Encampment in Chehalis! Join us for a fun and educational experience where you can step back in time and learn about 18th century America. Learn how an 18th century cannon is fired- then see it happen! Watch the infantry regiments drill and fire their muskets ! Study 18th […]

Free
St. George’s Day Commemorative Spring Encampment

St. George’s Day Commemorative Spring Encampment

Veterans Memorial Museum 100 Southwest Veterans Way, Chehalis, WA, United States

Welcome to St. George's Day Commemorative Spring Encampment in Chehalis! Join us for a fun and educational experience where you can step back in time and learn about 18th century America. Learn how an 18th century cannon is fired- then see it happen! Watch the infantry regiments drill and fire their muskets ! Study 18th […]

Free

Early Ohio on the Portage

Early Ohio on the Portage

Wood County Museum 13660 County Home Rd, Bowling Green

Early Ohio On the Portage: A Timeline Reenactment Event 1700-1865 Join us May 3, 4, & 5, 2024 for exploration and settlement in the early days of the northwest territory as well as the ohio 'country' along the Portage River in Wood County.  Event is held on the grounds of the Wood County Museum in […]

Free

Five Medals at The Trace

Stone's Trace 5111 Lincolnway South, Ligonier, IN, United States

Premier Living History event located at historic Stone's Trace in Ligonier, IN. We are entering year 4 at this site and celebrating year 16 of honoring the Five Medals name with an event. Firewood, water, restrooms included. Ice available for a fee. 1750-1815 with the inclusion of LaSalle expedition personas. Juried. Check us out on […]

$8.00

Benack 2024

POTAWATOMI WILDLIFE PARK IN TIPPECANOE, INDIANA 16998 State Road 331, Tippecanoe, IN, United States

Benack is an immersive event for public and reenactors. On Saturday, from 10-2, the public will be able to participate in a variety of demonstrations from spinning wool to building field fortifications. Lunch with the reenactors will include a fashion and arms show. At 1:30 a tactical demo will take place which will be an […]

Virginia: America’s First Frontier

Wilderness Road State Park 8051 Wilderness Rd., Ewing, VA, United States

By May of 1775, men, women, and children headed west, deep into the harsh wilderness. They followed the trace that led to a life of freedom. However, that freedom was overshadowed by hardships. The further onto the western fringe they traveled, the more important community became. Journey to Martin’s Station: Virginia’s final point of rest […]

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

Historic Fort Wayne - The Old Fort 1201 Spy Run Ave, Fort Wayne, IN, United States

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 […]

Free
Hawken Classic 2024

Hawken Classic 2024

Lewis and Clark Boat House and Museum 1050 Riverside Drive, St. Charles, MO, United States

May 17 - 19, 2024 Times: Friday, May 17 - 10am to 5pm Saturday, May 18 - 10am to 5pm Sunday, May 19 - Noon to 5pm Backup Date: September 6-8, 2024 (just in case of Spring river flooding) Location: The Lewis and Clark Boat House and Museum 1050 Riverside Drive, St Charles, MO 63301 […]

First Siege

Fort Meigs Historic Site 29100 West River Road, Perrysburg, OH, United States

War of 1812 encampment and battle reenactment.  This two day event commemorates the War of 1812 in the Old Northwest as British and American Indian forces besieged American regulars and militia over 10 days at Fort Meigs in the spring of 1813.  First Siege features military camps to explore, parade of the armies, musical performances, […]

$10

Siege of Fort Wayne 1812

Historic Fort Wayne - The Old Fort 1201 Spy Run Ave, Fort Wayne, IN, United States

Historic Fort Wayne, Inc. will host the Siege of Fort Wayne 1812, June 8 - 9 at The Old Fort. From the days of the American Revolutionary War to the end of the 1812 war, British agents operating from Canada worked to instigate Native American tribes against the United States as part of an effort […]

Free
War in the West: Weapons and Accruements of Virginia’s Frontier

War in the West: Weapons and Accruements of Virginia’s Frontier

Wilderness Road State Park 8051 Wilderness Rd., Ewing, VA, United States

On the eve of the American Revolution, fathers and sons mustered for the inevitable conflict between the colonies and England. The frontier was no stranger to the hardships of war and needed little preparation.  Join Martin’s company as they dissect and discuss the weapons and accruements used by Virginians on the frontier and the battlefields […]

$5.00
Brigade – Napoleon!

Brigade – Napoleon!

Fort Meigs Historic Site 29100 West River Road, Perrysburg, OH, United States

Fort Meigs Historic Site examines the veteran armies of Europe and the conflict that engulfed the rest of the world during the War of 1812. This two day encampment and heavy drill session event offers the great opportunity of recruitment and the refinement of military drill to our great guests Brigade Napoleon.  Fort staff offer […]

A Declaration of Independence

A Declaration of Independence

Wilderness Road State Park 8051 Wilderness Rd., Ewing, VA, United States

The Second Continental Congress ratified the Declaration of Independence, leaving ties to the English crown in ruin and the North American colonies in an open state of rebellion. Join Captain Martin as he examines his copy of the declaration and determines how the actions of those in Congress will impact the lives of those settled […]

$5.00
A Declaration of Independence

A Declaration of Independence

Wilderness Road State Park 8051 Wilderness Rd., Ewing, VA, United States

The Second Continental Congress ratified the Declaration of Independence, leaving ties to the English crown in ruin and the North American colonies in an open state of rebellion. Join Captain Martin as he examines his copy of the declaration and determines how the actions of those in Congress will impact the lives of those settled […]

$5.00

Early American Heritage Festival

RC Field ~ Port Gamble S Teekalet Ave, Kingston, WA, United States

Celebrate Independence Day Weekend at the Early American Heritage Festival in Port Gamble, WA! Discover the rich history of early America at the inaugural Early American Heritage Festival, proudly sponsored by Rayonier Inc. and OPG Port Gamble. Join us for a journey to the 18th century from July 5th-7th! Witness Patriot and British Colonial Military […]

Unbroken: Heroines of the Virginia Frontier

Wilderness Road State Park 8051 Wilderness Rd., Ewing, VA, United States

Across Virginia, women made the journey into the wilderness with hearts full of hope. They established new homes and created opportunities for generations to come. Travel the hunter’s trace to Martin’s Station and join the women of Powell’s Valley as they harness the unbreakable spirit and pay homage to the women who birthed a new […]

$5.00

1884 Country Fair at Small Farm and Food Fest

Carriage Hill Historic Farm 7800 Shull Rd., Dayton, OH, United States

Living Historians! Carriage Hill Farm would like to extend an invitation to participate in our 1880s Country Fair on Saturday August 3rd from 10am-5pm. This event is part of the larger event “Small Farm And Food Fest” which brings in upwards of 3000 visitors in a single day. For that day, the original 1880s farmstead […]

Free

Napoleonic Days

Historic Fort Wayne - The Old Fort 1201 Spy Run Ave, Fort Wayne, IN, United States

Historic Fort Wayne, Inc. will host the Napoleonic Days August 3-4. The Napoleonic era (1799–1815) was a period of political unrest and widespread revolution in the history of France and Europe. Be a part of this dramatic military period! The French and Coalition armies will meet on the battleground outside the Old Fort in Fort […]

Free
18th Century Living History Encampment in Washington State

18th Century Living History Encampment in Washington State

End of George Rd SE in Yelm, WA End of George Road SE, off of Highway 507, Yelm, WA, United States

Gain fascinating insights into the lives of soldiers, civilians, and sailors of the 18th century. Learn how an 18th century cannon is fired- then see it happen! Watch the infantry regiments drill and fire their muskets! Study 18th century replica maps with the HMS Chatham. Talk with Patriot and Loyalist civilians in camp. Listen to […]

$5
Rough and Tumble: Sport on the Western Frontier

Rough and Tumble: Sport on the Western Frontier

Wilderness Road State Park 8051 Wilderness Rd., Ewing, VA, United States

Amongst the colonies and along the western frontier, stations were a common point of social interaction.  With shared food and company, these waypoints were a consistent source of “entertainment”. Journey along Boone’s Trace, stop at Martin’s Station, and experience games played, races held, and contests that would sometimes go array. Presentations will be from 11:00 […]

$5.00
Rough and Tumble: Sport on the Western Frontier

Rough and Tumble: Sport on the Western Frontier

Wilderness Road State Park 8051 Wilderness Rd., Ewing, VA, United States

Amongst the colonies and along the western frontier, stations were a common point of social interaction.  With shared food and company, these waypoints were a consistent source of “entertainment”. Journey along Boone’s Trace, stop at Martin’s Station, and experience games played, races held, and contests that would sometimes go array. Presentations will be from 11:00 […]

$5.00
18th Century Living History Encampment in Washington State

18th Century Living History Encampment in Washington State

End of George Rd SE in Yelm, WA End of George Road SE, off of Highway 507, Yelm, WA, United States

Gain fascinating insights into the lives of soldiers, civilians, and sailors of the 18th century. Learn how an 18th century cannon is fired- then see it happen! Watch the infantry regiments drill and fire their muskets! Study 18th century replica maps with the HMS Chatham. Talk with Patriot and Loyalist civilians in camp. Listen to […]

$5

‘Tell me and I forget.

Teach me and I remember.

Involve me and I learn.’


– Benjamin Franklin

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