If history were taught in the form of stories, it would never be forgotten.
– Rudyard Kipling
Jan 13 Winter Woods Walk. All primitive muzzleloaders welcomed. LMLGC
EVENT UPDATE FOR APRIL 2023 DATE: The event coordinator and the board have decided to postpone this year's April 21-23 event in Lewis because of needing more time to prepare the grounds. We will be on the grounds on April 22 &23 for work days and anyone wanting to see the grounds is more than […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Museum of 20th Century Warfare and Ft. Harrison State Park will be hosting “Soldiers Thru Time” at the Fort Harrison State Park. Visitors will see camps and displays set-up by re-enactors from many different time periods. Living historians spanning 2500 years of military history will be wearing clothing and uniforms from their chosen time […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
Brigade Napoleon visits Fort Meigs! Experience European style camps, weapons, and battle tactics of the Napoleonic Era. Take a special guided tour of the Fort to learn more about the Napoleonic Wars that engulfed Europe before, and during, the War of 1812.
There's a small museum featuring artifacts dug on site. The event will feature living historians in camp, a battle re-enactment (weather permitting) folk music, a partially reconstructed fort wall, and a beautiful nature trail to enjoy with the family.
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 […]
A reenactment of the Siege at Fort Niagara, with battles and artillery firing. Demonstrations of Native culture and women's participation in the war effort.
Under the canopy of centuries old oak and sycamore trees, we have carved out a place where the stories of our country's past can be heard as clear as the day they happened. Campfire smoke and music or storytelling wafts through the air and cannon and musket fire occassionally break the peaceful atmosphere in our […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Historic Fort Wayne, Inc. will host a Post Miami Event August 24-25. The French were the first Europeans to settle in the Great Lakes region. They arrived in northeast Indiana in the late 1600s. The confluence of the three rivers helped facilitate a lucrative fur trade with the Native American tribes. To protect their new […]
Step back in time to the Ohio country of 1790 - 1810. An era of change in Ohio, from early settlers to statehood to towns growing up, especially New Boston, Ohio. At the Fair you will see artisans creating and selling their wares, merchants with items you would find in the finest cities to the […]
Camp timelines 1760-1800 / 1801-1840 a juried event with prizes for Best Camp. Rifle, Smoothbore, Longbow, Hawk Knife competitions with prizes totaling $25,000.00 Located on a beautiful 20 acres site on the mountain, overlooking the City of Pikeville. A $35 per person/$40 per family camp fee includes all competitions, wood, water and much more! For […]
‘Tell me and I forget.
Teach me and I remember.
Involve me and I learn.’
– Benjamin Franklin
