If history were taught in the form of stories, it would never be forgotten.
– Rudyard Kipling
Crossbow to Cartridge is a 15th-17th century living history event showcasing the great revolution in military technology, the adoption of gunpowder. Experience crossbow and gunpowder demonstrations, enjoy lively engagement with […]
Join us this July 4th, 2025 for our largest artillery demonstration of the year! Our historic interpreters are recreating the 18 shot National Salute that soldiers fired here on Independence […]
Fort Meigs hosts the North West Territory Alliance. Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the American Revolution in this exciting living history event featuring; military & battle demonstrations, […]
Join the Old Northwest Military History Association and staff of Fort Meigs for our Life in Early Ohio historic trades weekend featuring, rope making, tomahawk throwing, candle dipping, box loom […]
Save the Date! Colonial Day returns in 2025.
Come behold the re-creation of one of the defining conflicts in European history! The Napoleonic Wars raged for nearly 25 years and featured some of the most colorful soldiers and […]
Guided by lantern light, experience ghostly tales around glowing campfires within the eerie walls of Fort Meigs. This event is a fundraiser for the Old Northwest Military History Association, the […]
Guided by lantern light, experience ghostly tales around glowing campfires within the eerie walls of Fort Meigs. This event is a fundraiser for the Old Northwest Military History Association, the […]
October 25 & 26 2025 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 […]
October 25 & 26 2025 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 […]
Join us for two days of historical miniatures games offered to promote the history of The Old Northwest and the hobby of tabletop war gaming. The games are included with […]
Our Historic Holidays event is fun for the whole family! Discover more about holiday traditions in early America, try your hand at tomahawk throwing, enjoy live holiday music, warm bonfires, […]
Held in conjunction with the Ashville Viking Festival, this event spans all history. All eras are accepted. From the legions of ancient Rome to the colorful mercenaries of the Holy […]
Held in conjunction with the Ashville Viking Festival, this event spans all history. All eras are accepted. From the legions of ancient Rome to the colorful mercenaries of the Holy […]
Held in conjunction with the Ashville Viking Festival, this event spans all history. All eras are accepted. From the legions of ancient Rome to the colorful mercenaries of the Holy […]
‘Tell me and I forget.
Teach me and I remember.
Involve me and I learn.’
– Benjamin Franklin
