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


– Rudyard Kipling

18th C. Market Fair

18th C. Market Fair

Historic Locust Grove 561 Blankenbaker Lane, Louisville, KY, United States

Join us October 27th - 29th, 2023 for 18th Century Market Fair at Locust Grove! You can participate in 18th c. style entertainment, purchase replicas of 18th century military and household items, enjoy food and drink as our founders did, meet and converse with early Americans. Mock battles for our country’s independence will take place! […]

$5 – $10

Gormánuður: Winter Is Coming

Vasa Park, NJ 1 Vasa Drive, Hackettstown, NJ, United States

A Viking Harvest Fest The year is 1030 in Sweden, winter is coming and Gormánuðuris upon us. It is time for one last celebration of our harvest, a hunt, sharing of the years brews, some dancing, and a warm bountiful feast before the approaching cold months ahead. According to the old Norse calendar, Gormánuður is […]

Monthly Open Shoot

Thunder Creek Long Rifles Monthly Open Shoot

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 Caplock or Flintlock Muzzleloaders only http://thundercreeklongrifles.org/About-us/ Location: 8 miles East of Martinsville, IN, off of Bear Wallow Rd. Range in Valley off main road, Cabin […]

$5

Gregory Creek Homestead Living History

Gregory Creek Homestead Living History Statesville NC

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

Living History Programming provided by Iredell Museums Inc. in Statesville North Carolina.  Open Hearth cooking, needle crafts, period music, and different volunteer opportunities available.  French and Indian War period with historic Fort Dobbs nearby.

donations accepted
Monthly Open Shoot

Thunder Creek Long Rifles Monthly Open Shoot

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 Caplock or Flintlock Muzzleloaders only http://thundercreeklongrifles.org/About-us/ Location: 8 miles East of Martinsville, IN, off of Bear Wallow Rd. Range in Valley off main road, Cabin […]

$5

The Battle of New Orleans

The Battle of New Orleans

40 Arpent Observatory 8201 Benjamin St, Chalmette, LA, United States

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 […]

Free
Monthly Open Shoot

Thunder Creek Long Rifles Monthly Open Shoot

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 Caplock or Flintlock Muzzleloaders only http://thundercreeklongrifles.org/About-us/ Location: 8 miles East of Martinsville, IN, off of Bear Wallow Rd. Range in Valley off main road, Cabin […]

$5

Monthly Open Shoot

Thunder Creek Long Rifles Monthly Open Shoot

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 Caplock or Flintlock Muzzleloaders only http://thundercreeklongrifles.org/About-us/ Location: 8 miles East of Martinsville, IN, off of Bear Wallow Rd. Range in Valley off main road, Cabin […]

$5

1776 the Writing of the Declaration of Independence in a 20th Century Musical

Barbershop Quartet family Merrell Kenworthy present a program entitled “1776″, “The writing of the Declaration of Independence in a 20th century musical“ Feb 17 , 2024 , Hazelwood Christian Church Fellowship Hall.  1400  W. University Ave., Muncie, IN starting 10:00 am until about 11:15 am Free and open to the public. Children are welcome. Refreshments […]

Free

Old TownTrade Faire

Greene County Fair Grounds 120 Fairground Road, Xenia, OH, United States

Inside living history event Xenia Expo Center. March 2. 9-5 pm March 3, 9-3 pm Admission is $4, and Children under 12 are free.

$4.00

Lapeer Firelocks Contemporary Muzzle Loading Arms and Accouterments Show

Lapeer American Legion Hall 1701 West Genesse St., Lapeer, MI, United States

65th annual Lapeer Firelocks Antique Arms and Accouterments Show.  A juried show featuring the finest custom and production muzzle loading arms, Accouterments,  and pre 1896 firearms and replicas.

$5
Monthly Open Shoot

Thunder Creek Long Rifles Monthly Open Shoot

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 Caplock or Flintlock Muzzleloaders only http://thundercreeklongrifles.org/About-us/ Location: 8 miles East of Martinsville, IN, off of Bear Wallow Rd. Range in Valley off main road, Cabin […]

$5
Kalamazoo Living History Show 2024

Kalamazoo Living History Show 2024

Kalamazoo County Expo Center 2900 Lake Street, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

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, […]

$9.00 – $13.00
Kalamazoo Living History Show 2024

Kalamazoo Living History Show 2024

Kalamazoo County Expo Center 2900 Lake Street, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

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, […]

$9.00 – $13.00

Battles and Beverages Reenactment and Fair

Fort William Henry Conference Center and Lake George Battlefield Park 48 Canada Street, Lake George, NY, United States

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 […]

Free

AWI Privateer Museum Audition Day

Van Horne House 941 E. Main St., Bridgewater, PA, United States

Are you a history buff within a 50 mile radius of the Delaware River, Philadelphia, Trenton areas? Are you a reenactor or historical interpreter in search of a good cause?Set sail on an extraordinary journey as the AWI Privateer Museum invites you to audition for a role in our captivating crew! Whether you're seasoned or […]

Fort de Chartres Colonial Market Faire! You’re invited to a Bouillion!

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

You’re invited to the Fort de Chartres Colonial Market Faire! Saturday and Sunday, April 6 @ 10:00 AM - April 7 @ 3:00 PM CDT Stay for the Eclipse on Monday, April 8th. 1350 State Rte 155 Prairie Du Rocher, IL  62277 Vendors and Blanket Traders Shooting competition starts at 10 am on Saturday Ladies’ Tea at 1 […]

Monthly Open Shoot

Thunder Creek Long Rifles Monthly Open Shoot

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 Caplock or Flintlock Muzzleloaders only http://thundercreeklongrifles.org/About-us/ Location: 8 miles East of Martinsville, IN, off of Bear Wallow Rd. Range in Valley off main road, Cabin […]

$5

Tennessee River Rendezvous

Take a springtime journey to West Tennessee for the 4th annual Tennessee River Rendezvous!     This living history event includes MANY eras of history with period demonstrations , camps & discussions. Portrayals from Hernando deSoto Spanish expedition/ Native American/ Mt men/ French Indian War/ Revolutionary War/War of 1812/ Mexican American War/ Civil War/WW1/WW2/ and […]

Free

Yesteryears’ Essentials Revisited: Fads & Fashions in the Time of Jane Austen

Fort Meigs Historic Site 29100 West River Road, Perrysburg, OH, United States

A weekend long conference on historic clothing from early 19th century America and Europe. Saturday fashion show and lecture presentations. Saturday evening soiree.  Sunday hands-on workshops creating items with the presenters of the previous day.  Vendors will be present to supply participants.

Spirits of the Pines

Spirits of the Pines

Frank Merry Park 18505 N County Rd 550 E., Dunkirk, IN, United States

EVENT UPDATE FOR APRIL 2023 DATE:  The event coordinator and the board have decided to postpone this year's April 21-23 event in Lewis because of needing more time to prepare the grounds. We will be on the grounds on April 22 &23 for work days and anyone wanting to see the grounds is more than […]

$8

World War II Reenactment April 19-20, 2024

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

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 […]

Fort Gibson Historic Site Education Day

Fort Gibson Historic Site 907 N. Garrison Ave., Fort Gibson, OK, United States

It is once again time for Fort Gibson Historic Site's annual Education Day! This year is a bit special as it is also the 200th anniversary of the Fort's establishment. Keep reading for details and how your class can join in. On 19 April 2024 from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m., Fort Gibson Historic Site […]

Grassy Run Heritage Rendezvous

Cook Log Cabin Heritage Center 6707 Goshen Road, Goshen, OH, United States

The Grassy Run Heritage Rendezvous is the largest living history event in Southwest Ohio and has been for over 30 years. Thanks to the Goshen Township Historical Society we are holding our rendezvous on the grounds of the Cook Log Cabin Heritage Center and, thanks to Goshen Local Schools, have the use of the field […]