If history were taught in the form of stories, it would never be forgotten.
– Rudyard Kipling
By May of 1775, men, women, and children were heading west, deep into the harsh wilderness. They follow a trace that leads them to a life of freedom. However, that freedom is often overshadowed by hardships, the likes of which many have never known. The further onto the western fringe they travel, the more important […]
Join us for Exploration and settlement of the Early Days of northwest Territory, the State of Ohio, and Ohio Country - especially along and near the Portage River in Wood County. Timeline Historical Event for 1750-1865. Experience Military, Native Americans, Settlers, Political Growth, and Home Life Activities. See well-known characters of days gone by at […]
Come rendezvous with us near the fork of Sycamore Creek and Battle Creek in Springfield, Tennessee where the Battle Creek Massacre took place in June or July of 1780, when a party of Choctaws and Chickasaws killed Joseph Renfro and about twenty persons in total as they left Renfro Station for safety and only one […]
Step back in time to 1750 - 1815 and see how settlers survived. The weekend is filled with demonstrations and instructions on the necessities of life, ranging from plant dying and food preparation to the fur trade and weapons of that era. Any Military, Civilian or Eastern Woodland Native of the Great Lakes, NW Territory […]
5th annual reenactment
The 3rd Annual Crossroads Rendezvous returns to Peninsula Park in Saukville, WI May 20-22, 2022. This juried living history event focuses on the Fur Trade in Wisconsin from 1750-1840. Learn more at www.CrossroadsRendezvous.org
Settler's Encampment is a young but growing event held at the historic Auglaize Village and Farm Museum. A fun and interesting site with plenty of room and easy access to the camp area, which is a dedicated area allowing both visitors and participants to literally "step back in time."
Visit a social and business gathering of merchants, traders, artisans, Native Americans, militia members, long hunters, scouts, and other frontier characters. Listen to period music, visit camps, and shop for 18th-century goods as you compare life today to 245 years ago. Merchants and Traders welcome. All Vendors, please contact the park.
18th Century Trade Fair Watch as craftsmen demonstrate skills of the 18th century creating items that are both utilitarian and artistic. Visit merchants selling wares that would have been available to early residents. Witness entertainers performing shows and music from the early part of our country’s history. Food vendors create tasty dishes that will take […]
While now a peaceful area, the confluence of the Three Rivers was once the front line in a battle that could have decided the fate of the entire Northwest Territory. Reenactors from across the country will recreate the Siege of Fort Wayne during the War of 1812. This weekend at the Old Fort will include […]
The Rendezvous features 1700s military units, traditional craft demonstrations, period music and dancing, black powder shooting events and cannon firings – all from the time when France controlled what is now Illinois. Visitors can try their hand at throwing a tomahawk, buy hand-made crafts, learn about French kitchen gardens, and watch swordsmen duel, taste delicious […]
Pre-registration required. Takes place Harbor Island, Grand Haven, MI.
We are portraying Gettysburg this year. This is the 2nd year of "The Blue and The Gray". The first year we had over 140 reenactors and over 1,000 visitors. This year we will have close to 400 reenactors, demonstrators, sutlers and food vendors. We are expanding our acreage to accommodate more cannons and participants.
Land. It is the only guarantee of the frontier. Many travel the trace to obtain it, though its claim is not as easy as simple occupation. Colonel Preston has arrived at Martin’s Station and invites you to join the surveyors of the Transylvania Land Company. Learn the process of mapping and surveying, as well as […]
Saturday 10 AM until 7 PM and Sunday from 10AM until 4 PM weather permitting, we will be featuring all sorts of antique tractors and a fair amount of steam. Antique tractor pulls, (Classic, Antique & Division II) with a small connect fee. If you'd like to show or pull a tractor, please contact us […]
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 […]
Law on the western front is swift and harsh. An autocratic system overshadows theocracy. Verdicts are defined by the law of religion and man. Witness Colonel Preston convene court, and listen carefully as he hands down verdicts and dispenses his unique brand of frontier justice.
20 years before the American Revolution, Britain and France battled for their empires in the wilds of North America. Relive the conflict of European powers and their Native Allies at George Rogers Clark Park in Springfield, Ohio, site of the 1780 Battle of Peckuwe, and the home of The Fair at New Boston
Step back in time and visit an 18th Century Market Fair. Experience the sights, smells, music, and craftsmanship of the 18th Century. This juried event will feature over 50 18th Century artisans selling their wares, a chance to shoot at marks, and a glimpse of frontier life during the 18th Century. Sponsored by MUZZLELOADER Magazine […]
Reenactment of the fur trade during the time that the XY and Northest Co fur posts were active on our site as well as demonstrations and examples of the history of Burnett County Wisconsin
Experience the Siege of 1759 when British forces captured Fort Niagara from the French after a 19-day siege. This event features large-scale battle reenactments, Native councils, musket and cannon firings, period merchants and artisans.
Setup on July 8th. July 9th: There will be a camp area, open to the public, and then stations where reenactors will discuss different aspects of being a soldier during different points during the war. We are also looking at having a 'recruiting area' for kids, where they would learn some basic drill - standing […]
Open to self-propelled, motorized or powered "anything." Antique cars, custom rods, fire trucks and cycles. There is no registration or fee for this event. A cinnamon roll, sausage gravy biscuit breakfast is served until 9AM. The concession stand will serve its usual hot dogs, cheeseburgers, brats, sides and desserts until it runs out or 2PM. […]
French and Indian and Revolutionary War event. Behind the River Place Shops Frankenmuth, MI. Registration is required: [email protected]
Join the fun and excitement at Compass Inn Museum for Ligonier Valley Historical Society’s second Living History Weekend of the summer. From 11 am to 4 pm on July 16th and 17th, interact with the men and women of the Maryland based Ship’s Company, a reenactment unit that portrays the naval contractor system used to […]
‘Tell me and I forget.
Teach me and I remember.
Involve me and I learn.’
– Benjamin Franklin
