If history were taught in the form of stories, it would never be forgotten.
– Rudyard Kipling
The Battle of New Orleans was a multi-faceted event in regional and national history. It had all of the following: A Glorious American Victory? Yes. A horrible human tragedy for the British? Yes Happened after the signing of the peace treaty ending the War of 1812? Yes A seminal event in race relations in New […]
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, […]
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, […]
On March 23rd, “Battles and Beverages”, will be held at the Fort William Henry Conference Center and on the Lake George Battlefield. The fair and reenactment event is sponsored by The French and Indian War Society, the Fort William Henry Corporation, the Lake George Battlefield Park Alliance, as well as several local craft beverage producers. The […]
The World War II Reenactment will be held at AuGlaize Village near Defiance Ohio on April 19-20, 2024. April 19th will be the school day and April 20th open to the public. AuGlaize Village will be providing biscuit and gravy breakfast, coffee, and rolls to the reenactors both days. Robert Mergel and Bo Johnstone will […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. See our juried demonstrators living, cooking and behaving as you would have between […]
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, […]
On Saturday, June 1, 2024, the Redcoats will invade Haddonfield and be challenged by Continental troops, just as they did 246 years ago — in June 1778. The day’s events include many other activities such as a Yelling Contest, Colonial Dancing, Pillory Prisoners and Character reenactors. Plus, Soldier reenactors will be available to meet visitors […]
June 16th, 1774 to June 16th, 2024! 250 Years since Harrodsburg's Founding. We will be celebrating starting with a SAR Presentation, Parade, and Pageants on June 8th. Ending with a Founder's Day celebration on June 16th, 2024. Settlers, natives, and traders will be encamped at Fort Harrod, and demonstrations will go on all day from […]
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 […]
Margaretta Days Festival & Craft Fair 18th Century Encampments, demonstrations and skirmishes. The first naval battle of the American Revolution occurred in Machias in June of 1775. Other battles took place in 1776 and 1777. Friday evening & Saturday June 14 & 15, 2024 at the University of Maine at Machias.
Bring your family to the Battlefield Saturday or Sunday, June 15-16, 2024, and travel back in time to the 1770s. Two armies will be preparing to do battle. Continental Army soldiers retrained at Valley Forge are itching to show off their new skills, while a British-German-Loyalist Army hopes to crush the rebels and restore good […]
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 […]
This two-day World War II recreation event will be in St Joseph and Benton Harbor, Michigan. The Southwest Michigan Regional Airport will host the WWII encampment, displays and demonstrations. The Normandy and Saipan beach landings, along with aircraft fly overs and flamethrower demonstration, will take place at Lake Michigan. This public event is free. Additional […]
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 […]
Join us this July 4th, 2024 for our largest artillery demonstration of the year! Our historic interpreters are recreating the 18 shot National Salute that soldiers fired here on Independence Day in 1813. The site will be open from 12 p.m.-5 p.m. The 18 Gun Salute takes place at 2:00 p.m.
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 […]
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 […]
Every five years the Northwest Territory Alliance holds a Grand Encampment with hundreds of reenactors recreating authentic military camps and battle tactics of the American Revolution. This year they have chosen Fort Meigs as their Grand Encampment’s location. Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the Revolution in this exciting living history event featuring; […]
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 […]
‘Tell me and I forget.
Teach me and I remember.
Involve me and I learn.’
– Benjamin Franklin
