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


– Rudyard Kipling

Carter Caves Pioneer Life Week 2022

1700 – 1840 Living History 6201 Kellogg Ave, Cincinnati, OH, United States

July 25 – 30: Pioneer Life Week: 30th Anniversary! During a week dedicated to the Revolutionary War, The War of 1812 and the settlement of lands around the Ohio River, re-enactors, and other special programs bring this rich heritage back to life. The pioneer camp is open from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Monday - […]

FREE CAMP

Feast Day of St. Anne

Old Fort Niagra 102 Morrow Plaza, Youngstown, United States

Join us as we explore the story of St. Anne, the patron saint of voyageurs.

History Alive at Fort Piqua

History Alive at Fort Piqua

Johnston Farm and Indian Agency 9845 N. Hardin Road, Piqua, OH, United States

Living History time line from 1742-1865 sponsored by Wayne's Legion of Fort Piqua. Held at the historic Johnston Farm and Indian Agency in Piqua, Ohio. The timeline focuses on Ohio History from 1742-1865 specifically the area around the Johnston Farm. We have everything from Indian Agents, blacksmiths, various military groups, weavers, cannons, soap makers, the […]

$10
The Gathering at Garst

The Gathering at Garst

The Gathering at Garst was created to remember the defining events and people who shaped our county´s history. Our mission is to promote awareness and appreciation of those who made unique contributions to the culture of Darke County and to celebrate our local heritage ad a family-oriented and educational atmosphere. Public admission to the Gathering […]

The Gathering at Garst

The Gathering at Garst

The Gathering at Garst was created to remember the defining events and people who shaped our county´s history. Our mission is to promote awareness and appreciation of those who made unique contributions to the culture of Darke County and to celebrate our local heritage ad a family-oriented and educational atmosphere. Public admission to the Gathering […]

Compass Inn Museum August Living History: Proctor’s Independent Battalion

Compass Inn Museum 1386 US-30 East, Laughlintown, PA, United States

Journey back in time and visit with the soldiers and camp followers of the present-day Proctor’s. They portray the riflemen of the very first American Troops west of the Allegheny Mountains. In the mid-1700s, the ‘Wild West’ wasn’t as west as one would think. The Laurel Highlands separated the early Pennsylvania colony from the wild […]

$14

War of 1812 Encampment

Old Fort Niagra 102 Morrow Plaza, Youngstown, United States

Learn about Fort Niagara's role in the War of 1812.

The Fair at New Boston

George Rogers Clark Park 930 South Tecumseh Road, Springfield, OH, United States

Meet the heroes and pioneers of early Ohio (1790 to 1810). See the Opening Day Parade each day, the Mounted Rangers, artillery, and militia. Enjoy music and period entertainment, sample hearty foods of the past, and shop juried artisans and craftspeople. Explore the Native American Village and watch the battle unfold on the hill each […]

Hop thru History

Compass Inn Museum 1386 US-30 East, Laughlintown, PA, United States

Ligonier Valley Historical Society is pleased to again present “Hop Thru History,” a 21 and older event that will showcase the historical processes of 18th and 19th-century brewing. Historical interpreter Scott Henry will demonstrate brewing methods in early America. Join us on Saturday, September 10th, from 11 am to 4 pm for beer, food, and […]

$12 – $62

Operation Anvil

Phil Moore Park 7101 Scottsville Rd, Bowling Green, KY, United States

This is our 4th Annual Operation Anvil the Battle for Southern France.  This event combines both public displays and tactical battled to recreate one of many battles during Operation Anvil in 1944. Operation Anvil is free and open to the public and reenactors as well. Our focus is to teach the history of the men […]

6th Annual American Heritage Days at South Park

South Park 100 Brinkerhoff Ave, Mansfield, OH, United States

The Richland Early American Center for History invites you to discover life in early America during the 18th and 19th Century from living historical reenactors. Throughout the day there will be crafts, trades, demonstrations, and activities, including Blacksmithing, Games and Children’s Activities, Open Hearth Cooking Demonstrations, and Civilian and Military Reenactments.  Grounds feature the 1808 […]

Free

Mississinewa 1812

Mississinewa 1812 is the largest War of 1812 living history event in the United States! Sponsored by the Mississinewa Battlefield Society Inc (Marion, IN) with the support of the Department of Natural Resources. It is a historical commemoration of the Battle of Mississinewa fought in Grant County on December 17-18, 1812. It's a step back […]

Martin’s Station Fall Encampment

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

A long summer has given way to autumn. The harvest of Powell’s Valley abounds. Our community is gathering to give thanks and celebrate the fruits of their hard labor. Journey to Joseph Martin’s Station, on the far reaches of the Virginia frontier, and visit with skilled tradesmen, mingle with tidewater merchants, and enjoy a majestic […]

Compass Inn Museum By Candlelight: Bonfire Night

Compass Inn Museum 1386 US-30 East, Laughlintown, PA, United States

Ligonier Valley Historical Society will kick off our Candlelight Tour season with Bonfire Night at Compass Inn Museum on Saturday, November 5th from 6-9 pm. We'll be celebrating the kick-off of the Candlelight Tour season with a bonfire on the historic grounds and some special fall food cooked in our beehive oven in the authentic […]

$14
Compass Inn Museum By Candlelight: Celebrating Harvest-Time

Compass Inn Museum By Candlelight: Celebrating Harvest-Time

Compass Inn Museum 1386 US-30 East, Laughlintown, PA, United States

Ligonier Valley Historical Society’s Compass Inn Museum will host our ever-popular Harvest Candlelight Tours of the early 1800s stagecoach Inn on Saturday, November 12th & 19th from 4-8 pm. Tickets may be purchased on-site, the day of the event, or in advance through Eventbrite at the following link- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/compass-inn-by-candlelight-celebrating-harvest-time-tickets-439890162317. Admission prices are: $14- Adult; $12- […]

$14
Compass Inn Museum By Candlelight: Celebrating Harvest-Time

Compass Inn Museum By Candlelight: Celebrating Harvest-Time

Compass Inn Museum 1386 US-30 East, Laughlintown, PA, United States

Ligonier Valley Historical Society’s Compass Inn Museum will host our ever-popular Harvest Candlelight Tours of the early 1800s stagecoach Inn on Saturday, November 12th & 19th from 4-8 pm. Tickets may be purchased on-site, the day of the event, or in advance through Eventbrite at the following link- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/compass-inn-by-candlelight-celebrating-harvest-time-tickets-439890162317. Admission prices are: $14- Adult; $12- […]

$14
Compass Inn Museum By Candlelight: Celebrating Yuletide

Compass Inn Museum By Candlelight: Celebrating Yuletide

Compass Inn Museum 1386 US-30 East, Laughlintown, PA, United States

Ligonier Valley Historical Society’s Compass Inn Museum will host our ever-popular holiday Candlelight Tours of the early 1800s stagecoach Inn on select Saturdays and Sundays in November and December from 4-8 pm. Tickets may be purchased in advance through Eventbrite (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/compass-inn-by-candlelight-celebrating-yuletide-tickets-439907674697) or on-site, the day of the event. Admission prices are: $14- Adult; $12- Adult […]

$14

Yorktown Yule

Yorktown Yule

Watermen's Museum 309 Water Street, Yorktown, United States

Enjoy a holiday through time. Learn about ancient Norse tradition’s influence on modern Christmas. Resolve your disputes before Odin by participating in the Viking Althing! Play some Viking games! Meet the Viking dog! The Swedish Vallhund! Meet and learn about these fury Vikings during our dog show! Experience a Victorian Age Christmas to witness the […]

Free
Yorktown Yule

Yorktown Yule

Watermen's Museum 309 Water Street, Yorktown, United States

Enjoy a holiday through time. Learn about ancient Norse tradition’s influence on modern Christmas. Resolve your disputes before Odin by participating in the Viking Althing! Play some Viking games! Meet the Viking dog! The Swedish Vallhund! Meet and learn about these fury Vikings during our dog show! Experience a Victorian Age Christmas to witness the […]

Free

Maple Sugaring Camp at Fairhaven Farm

Fairhaven Farm 3213 S. State Road 237, English, IN, United States

Experience the lives of your grandparents and great-grandparents at this circa 1890-1930 civilian camping event. This is a reenactor-only, non-public event that focuses on the social gathering that was maple sugaring. It is also intended to be an introductory event, so while we do require appropriate historical clothing, you don't have to have a perfect […]

Kalamazoo Living History Show 2023

Kalamazoo Living History Show 2023

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

The Kalamazoo Living History Show is the largest indoor event in the Midwest devoted to pre-1890 antique firearms; period clothing and crafts; re-enactment and living history supplies. 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 47th annual Kalamazoo Living History […]

$9.00 – $13.00

Grassy Run Heritage Rendezvous

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

April 2023 is once again the time for the annual Grassy Run Heritage Rendezvous at the historic Cook Log Cabin Heritage Center. This is a pre-1840 historical encampment. The cabin will be open and a period blacksmith shop will be operating.  The main camp will be on the grounds of Goshen High School, with access […]

Beall Woods Olde Tyme Arts and Krafts Fair

Beall Woods State Park (IL) 9285 Beall Woods Ave, Mt Carmil, IL, United States

Re live history at Beall Woods State Park!  This is our 2nd annual event with focus on early settler period 1810's, but not exclusive... all re-enactors are welcome!  We are looking for more demonstrators and craft vendors.  Food trucks will be on site.  Beall Woods is a beautiful old growth forest preserve with hiking trails […]

$10
Prelude to the Revolution, 1754-1763

Prelude to the Revolution, 1754-1763

George Rogers Clark Park 930 South Tecumseh Road, Springfield, OH, United States

Come and see British Regular troops, French troops, colonial militia and Native forces battle for the empire in the wilderness of North America. Experience a colorful recreation of the French and Indian War (1754-1763) at the site of the annual Fair at New Boston. There will be a few merchants selling their wares and a […]

Free

Settlers’ Encampment May 19-21, 2023

Auglaize Village and Farm Museum 12296 Krouse Rd., Defiance, OH, United States

Step back in time to 1750 - 1815 and see how settlers survived. The weekend is filled with demonstrations and instructions on the necessities of life, ranging from plant dying and food preparation to the fur trade and weapons of that era. Saturday 10am to 5pm. Sunday 10am to 4pm. Admission is $5 for Adults […]

$5 – $13