If history were taught in the form of stories, it would never be forgotten.
– Rudyard Kipling
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join us for our 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 […]
Crossbow to Cartridge is a 15th-17th century living history event showcasing the great revolution in military technology, the adoption of gunpowder. Experience crossbow and gunpowder demonstrations, enjoy lively engagement with the warriors and campfollowers of distant Europe and Early America, and explore their military camps.
Save the Date! Colonial Day returns in 2025.
Guided by lantern light, experience ghostly tales around glowing campfires within the eerie walls of Fort Meigs. This event is a fundraiser for the Old Northwest Military History Association, the non-profit organization that supports Fort Meigs through volunteering, donations, reenactments, and more. Additional Notes: Advanced tickets to this event are required. Tickets will be available online […]
Guided by lantern light, experience ghostly tales around glowing campfires within the eerie walls of Fort Meigs. This event is a fundraiser for the Old Northwest Military History Association, the non-profit organization that supports Fort Meigs through volunteering, donations, reenactments, and more. Additional Notes: Advanced tickets to this event are required. Tickets will be available online […]
Join us for two days of historical miniatures games offered to promote the history of The Old Northwest and the hobby of tabletop war gaming. The games are included with regular admission and many of the games are suitable for all members of the family. No experience with this type of gaming is necessary and […]
Our Historic Holidays event is fun for the whole family! Discover more about holiday traditions in early America, try your hand at tomahawk throwing, enjoy live holiday music, warm bonfires, refreshments, hands-on activities, crafts, and more!
‘Tell me and I forget.
Teach me and I remember.
Involve me and I learn.’
– Benjamin Franklin
