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


– Rudyard Kipling

Rough and Tumble: Sport on the Western Frontier

Rough and Tumble: Sport on the Western Frontier

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

Amongst the colonies and along the western frontier, stations were a common point of social interaction.  With shared food and company, these waypoints were a consistent source of “entertainment”. Journey along Boone’s Trace, stop at Martin’s Station, and experience games played, races held, and contests that would sometimes go array. Presentations will be from 11:00 […]

$5.00
Rough and Tumble: Sport on the Western Frontier

Rough and Tumble: Sport on the Western Frontier

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

Amongst the colonies and along the western frontier, stations were a common point of social interaction.  With shared food and company, these waypoints were a consistent source of “entertainment”. Journey along Boone’s Trace, stop at Martin’s Station, and experience games played, races held, and contests that would sometimes go array. Presentations will be from 11:00 […]

$5.00

Apprentices and Journeymen

Apprentices and Journeymen

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

During the 18th century, master craftsmen taught skills and labor through apprenticeships. The techniques learned were invaluable and became a necessary part of the labor force needed to build a new nation. Join the apprentices and masters of Martin’s Station as they explain their guilds and demonstrate their skills.

$5.00
Apprentices and Journeymen

Apprentices and Journeymen

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

During the 18th century, master craftsmen taught skills and labor through apprenticeships. The techniques learned were invaluable and became a necessary part of the labor force needed to build a new nation. Join the apprentices and masters of Martin’s Station as they explain their guilds and demonstrate their skills.

$5.00

Beginner’s Hearth Cooking Class at the Johnston Farm

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

Ever wondered how Mrs. Johnston managed to prepare meals for her family? Now’s your chance to find out! Join us at the Johnston Farm on September 28th for a beginners hearth cooking class, where you'll help prepare a meal over the hearth, just like in the old days. No experience is needed, as Laura Supinger […]

$45.00