If history were taught in the form of stories, it would never be forgotten.
– Rudyard Kipling
On the eve of the American Revolution, fathers and sons mustered for the inevitable conflict between the colonies and England. The frontier was no stranger to the hardships of war […]
You are invited - 1875 RECONCILIATION BIVOUAC LIVING HISTORY WEEKEND Greenback, TN JUNE 14-16, 2024 In 1873, a group of Union and Confederate veterans and their families met for religious […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
18th century trade fair. Living history with demonstrations. Street Battle and public auction.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
Traditional Black powder shoot. Matches consist of Paper and Metal targets but are open to the range officer discretion. NMLRA rules. $5.00 entry. Pre1840 attire is appreciated, but not necessary […]
Across Virginia, women made the journey into the wilderness with hearts full of hope. They established new homes and created opportunities for generations to come. Travel the hunter’s trace to […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Traditional Black powder shoot. Matches consist of Paper and Metal targets but are open to the range officer discretion. NMLRA rules. $5.00 entry. Pre1840 attire is appreciated, but not necessary […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
‘Tell me and I forget.
Teach me and I remember.
Involve me and I learn.’
– Benjamin Franklin
