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


– Rudyard Kipling

Annual Fort De Chartres Rendezvous

Annual Fort De Chartres Rendezvous

Fort De Chartres 1350 State Route 155, Prairie du Rocher, IL, United States

There are 3 events held at this fort each year. This is a large, reconstructed stone fort that was the seat of French power in the Illinois Country (1723-1763). It was recently listed as a National Park. https://www.nps.gov/places/fort-de-chartres.htm https://www.fortdechartres.us/ https://dnrhistoric.illinois.gov/experience/sites/site.fort-de-chartres.html Fort de Chartres Colonial Market and Trade Fair (Juried event) held every year on the […]

A Frontier Christmas

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

As cold winds and long shadows fill Powell’s Valley, journey to Joseph Martin’s station for an evening of glad tidings and good cheer. Join the historic Yuletide celebration and experience the holiday season as it abounds amongst Martin’s Company.  

Free

World War II Reenactment April 4-5, 2025

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

Participant early setup on April 3rd  for the reenactment: There will be a camp area, open to the public, and then stations where reenactors will discuss different aspects of being a soldier during different points of. the war.  We are also looking at having a 'recruiting area' for kids, where they would learn some basic drill […]

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

Five Medals

Five Medals

1750-1815 juried event held on beautiful property outside the vibrant, destination community of Nappanee, Indiana. Five Medals Living History, Inc. is an education-focused 501(c)3 organization whose goal is the preservation and demonstration of historical lifeways. 2025 is Five Medals' 5th year under FMLHI leadership. Friday, May 2 is student education day.

$8.00
Five Medals

Five Medals

1750-1815 juried event held on beautiful property outside the vibrant, destination community of Nappanee, Indiana. Five Medals Living History, Inc. is an education-focused 501(c)3 organization whose goal is the preservation and demonstration of historical lifeways. 2025 is Five Medals' 5th year under FMLHI leadership. Friday, May 2 is student education day.

$8.00
Five Medals

Five Medals

1750-1815 juried event held on beautiful property outside the vibrant, destination community of Nappanee, Indiana. Five Medals Living History, Inc. is an education-focused 501(c)3 organization whose goal is the preservation and demonstration of historical lifeways. 2025 is Five Medals' 5th year under FMLHI leadership. Friday, May 2 is student education day.

$8.00

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

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

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