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


– Rudyard Kipling

A River Thru History Rendezvous

Take a voyage back in time to the fur trade era before Chicago became a city. New and returning reenactors are welcome to camp on the beautiful banks of the Des Plaines, the actual river on which Marquette and Joliet traveled in 1673, as they paddled up river towards present day Chicago. This is a […]

Hop thru History

Compass Inn Museum 1386 US-30 East, Laughlintown, PA, United States

Ligonier Valley Historical Society is pleased to again present “Hop Thru History,” a 21 and older event that will showcase the historical processes of 18th and 19th-century brewing. Historical interpreter Scott Henry will demonstrate brewing methods in early America. Join us on Saturday, September 10th, from 11 am to 4 pm for beer, food, and […]

$12 – $62

Colonial Market Days & Encampment

Abner Longley Park 1601, Longley Drive, Lebanon, IN, United States

Colonial Merchants Come and visit some of the best merchants in 18th century reenacting! Demonstrators and craftsmen from across the midwest will be displaying their wares for sale. Military Units & Tacticals Military and militia units from many different organizations and locations will be camping in the park to teach the public about the life […]

New Volunteer Meet And Greet Sessions

New Volunteer Meet And Greet Sessions

Compass Inn Museum 1386 US-30 East, Laughlintown, PA, United States

Are you passionate about history? Do you enjoy learning new information? Do you enjoy talking with and teaching people of all ages? Are you looking for ways to get involved in your community and meet new people?... If you answered yes to any of these questions, please consider coming to our “new volunteer meet and […]

Free

Operation Anvil

Phil Moore Park 7101 Scottsville Rd, Bowling Green, KY, United States

This is our 4th Annual Operation Anvil the Battle for Southern France.  This event combines both public displays and tactical battled to recreate one of many battles during Operation Anvil in 1944. Operation Anvil is free and open to the public and reenactors as well. Our focus is to teach the history of the men […]

Johnny Appleseed Festival

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

This is our biggest event of the year! As fall arrives this is the last chance to revive all of your senses, to create a mental picture that will carry you through the winter. In addition to our regular activities, we'll also be making apple cider, sorghum molasses, kettle corn and more. As you walk […]

Feast of the Hunters’ Moon

Feast of the Hunters’ Moon

The Tippecanoe County Historical Association of Lafayette, Indiana, in cooperation with the Tippecanoe County Park and Recreation Department, will be sponsoring the 55th annual Feast of the Hunters’ Moon festival on October 1 & 2. Hours are Saturday 9am to 5pm E.D.T. and Sunday 9am to 4pm E.D.T. The Feast represents the time of homecoming, […]

Vermilion Creek Colonial Gathering

Peacock Road Family Farm 11854 Peacock Rd, Laingsburg, MI 48848 11854 Peacock Rd., Laingsburg, MI, United States

Enjoy autumn with us along the banks of Vermilion Creek. 1750s-1780s event featuring a rustic setting among rolling hills. Firewood, water and porta johns provided. Saturday evening pig roast - potluck. Great fellowship with those who share our love of the hobby.

6th Annual American Heritage Days at South Park

South Park 100 Brinkerhoff Ave, Mansfield, OH, United States

The Richland Early American Center for History invites you to discover life in early America during the 18th and 19th Century from living historical reenactors. Throughout the day there will be crafts, trades, demonstrations, and activities, including Blacksmithing, Games and Children’s Activities, Open Hearth Cooking Demonstrations, and Civilian and Military Reenactments.  Grounds feature the 1808 […]

Free
Feast of the Hunters’ Moon

Feast of the Hunters’ Moon

The Tippecanoe County Historical Association of Lafayette, Indiana, in cooperation with the Tippecanoe County Park and Recreation Department, will be sponsoring the 55th annual Feast of the Hunters’ Moon festival on October 1 & 2. Hours are Saturday 9am to 5pm E.D.T. and Sunday 9am to 4pm E.D.T. The Feast represents the time of homecoming, […]

Mississinewa 1812

Mississinewa 1812 is the largest War of 1812 living history event in the United States! Sponsored by the Mississinewa Battlefield Society Inc (Marion, IN) with the support of the Department of Natural Resources. It is a historical commemoration of the Battle of Mississinewa fought in Grant County on December 17-18, 1812. It's a step back […]

Martin’s Station Fall Encampment

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

A long summer has given way to autumn. The harvest of Powell’s Valley abounds. Our community is gathering to give thanks and celebrate the fruits of their hard labor. Journey to Joseph Martin’s Station, on the far reaches of the Virginia frontier, and visit with skilled tradesmen, mingle with tidewater merchants, and enjoy a majestic […]

Schoenbrunn Village Trade Faire

Schoenbrunn Village 1984 E High Ave, New Philadelphia, OH, United States

The Schoenbrunn Village Trade Faire Will be held October 15 and 16th 2022. The event encompasses a time period of 1760 to 1789. This is the 14th year for the event and we have some of the best vendors and reenactors in the country attend. The event is held on the actual site of the […]

$10

The 20th Annual Francis Marion Symposium!

FE DuBose Campus, Central Carolina Technical College 3351 Sumter Highway, Manning, SC, United States

Explore the Revolutionary War Southern Campaign with General Francis Marion Immerse yourself in Francis Marion's world and the significance of the Southern Campaign of the American Revolution.        "Times of Francis Marion, 1732-1795"     Presentations & Evening dinners in Rev. History Site: FE DuBose Campus, Central Carolina Technical College, I-95, Exit 122, Manning, SC Event Registration

ONSPR – The Gathering

1640-1840 Primitive Rendezvous 297 Reavis Road, Yadkinville, NC, United States

We invite you to come rendezvous with us in the beautiful Piedmont Region of North Carolina where Daniel Boone roamed before heading for the Western Frontier. In the mid-1760s, Boone began to look for a new place to settle. The population was growing in the Yadkin Valley, which decreased the amount of game available for […]

$40

Five Medals at The Trace

Stone's Trace 5111 Lincolnway South, Ligonier, IN, United States

Five Medals at The Trace is entering its second year on the heels of a successful inaugural year. The event showcases a gathering of delightful demonstrators, merchants and general participants, combined with unique and interesting programming.

3rd Annual Prairie D’ Ane Rendezvous

1640-1840 Primitive Rendezvous 297 Reavis Road, Yadkinville, NC, United States

Pre 1840's Rendezvous with a fall time twist. There will be fun and games, prizes to be won by all ages.

$12 – $40

Compass Inn Museum’s 2022 Pumpkin Carving Contest

Compass Inn Museum 1386 US-30 East, Laughlintown, PA, United States

Do you have what it takes to carve the spookiest Jack-O-Lantern on this side of Route 30?  Prove it! The Seventh Annual Pumpkin Carving Contest will be held at Compass Inn Museum on Friday, October 28th, 2022. Families and individuals are encouraged to participate. Design it, carve it, and display it! There is no fee to […]

Free

Hair-Raising History: Frightfully True Stories from the Ligonier Valley

Compass Inn Museum 1386 US-30 East, Laughlintown, PA, United States

The waning autumn sun sets over Compass Inn Museum. Torches and newly-carved Jack-O-Lanterns illuminate the walkways leading to the dimly lit rooms of this once-bustling stop. A cold breeze cuts through the air, rattling the dead leaves still clinging to the old maple tree. Compass Inn Museum's “Hair-Raising History: Frightfully True Stories from the Ligonier […]

$14

PATHWAYS WOMEN’S GATHERING

Fort La Buse (private property) 7238 Shaffer Road, Bellville, OH, United States

Open to participants only, Pathways Women's Gathering is a full 3-day, women-only, event that focuses on learning, fellowship, renewal, competitions, etc. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged if you would like indoor lodging (otherwise you will need to bring canvas). You may arrive as early as noon on Thursday, 11/3/22. For more information and updates, please request […]

The Hill at Fairfield Plantation Natchez Mississippi

1700 – 1840 Living History 6201 Kellogg Ave, Cincinnati, OH, United States

35th annual Pre-1840 rendezvous Competition and raffle for the primitive campers will be held the second weekend. Shooting & Skills Event Aggregate Grand Prize - Matt Avance Muzzleloader (must be primitive camping to compete) Raffle Prizes - Matt Avance Muzzleloader & Other Prizes (must be present to win) Firewood, water, hooters, & showers on site. […]

Compass Inn Museum By Candlelight: Bonfire Night

Compass Inn Museum 1386 US-30 East, Laughlintown, PA, United States

Ligonier Valley Historical Society will kick off our Candlelight Tour season with Bonfire Night at Compass Inn Museum on Saturday, November 5th from 6-9 pm. We'll be celebrating the kick-off of the Candlelight Tour season with a bonfire on the historic grounds and some special fall food cooked in our beehive oven in the authentic […]

$14

Battle of Camden SC

Battle of Camden Event Site 1208 Keys Lane, Kershaw, SC, United States

Battle of Camden Reenactment℠ Our annual Battle of Camden Reenactment event will be held on the second weekend of November 2021. As with previous years, the event hosts hundreds of living historians portraying Crown and Patriot Revolutionary War soldiers and distaff (women and children of the soldiers), along with 18th century craftsmen, period craft demonstrations, and merchants […]

Compass Inn Museum By Candlelight: Celebrating Harvest-Time

Compass Inn Museum By Candlelight: Celebrating Harvest-Time

Compass Inn Museum 1386 US-30 East, Laughlintown, PA, United States

Ligonier Valley Historical Society’s Compass Inn Museum will host our ever-popular Harvest Candlelight Tours of the early 1800s stagecoach Inn on Saturday, November 12th & 19th from 4-8 pm. Tickets may be purchased on-site, the day of the event, or in advance through Eventbrite at the following link- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/compass-inn-by-candlelight-celebrating-harvest-time-tickets-439890162317. Admission prices are: $14- Adult; $12- […]

$14