If history were taught in the form of stories, it would never be forgotten.
– Rudyard Kipling
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
45th Pioneer Festival celebrates life in the mid 1800's. The Encampment area has space available for pre 1840 period vendors, demonstrators, trade blankets and camps. Contact: Rowena Richardson. Applications on event website.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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.
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 […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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
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 […]
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.
Pre 1840's Rendezvous with a fall time twist. There will be fun and games, prizes to be won by all ages.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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- […]
‘Tell me and I forget.
Teach me and I remember.
Involve me and I learn.’
– Benjamin Franklin
