Early Ohio On the Portage: A Timeline Reenactment Event 1700-1865 Join us May 3, 4, & 5, 2024 for exploration and settlement in the early days of the northwest territory as well as the ohio 'country' along the Portage River in Wood County. Event is held on the grounds of the Wood County Museum in […]
Premier Living History event located at historic Stone's Trace in Ligonier, IN. We are entering year 4 at this site and celebrating year 16 of honoring the Five Medals name with an event. Firewood, water, restrooms included. Ice available for a fee. 1750-1815 with the inclusion of LaSalle expedition personas. Juried. Check us out on […]
Benack is an immersive event for public and reenactors. On Saturday, from 10-2, the public will be able to participate in a variety of demonstrations from spinning wool to building field fortifications. Lunch with the reenactors will include a fashion and arms show. At 1:30 a tactical demo will take place which will be an […]
The Museum of 20th Century Warfare and Ft. Harrison State Park will be hosting “Soldiers Thru Time” at the Fort Harrison State Park. Visitors will see camps and displays set-up by re-enactors from many different time periods. Living historians spanning 2500 years of military history will be wearing clothing and uniforms from their chosen time […]
Come to the site of the annual Fair at New Boston A military event depicting forces engaged in the North American Theater of the Seven Years War Held in conjunction with the Spring Plant Sale of the George Rogers Clark Heritage Association, by GRCHA and The King’s American Regiment. Come to the site of the […]
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 […]
By May of 1775, men, women, and children headed west, deep into the harsh wilderness. They followed the trace that led to a life of freedom. However, that freedom was overshadowed by hardships. The further onto the western fringe they traveled, the more important community became. Journey to Martin’s Station: Virginia’s final point of rest […]
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. See our juried demonstrators living, cooking and behaving as you would have between […]
May 17 - 19, 2024 Times: Friday, May 17 - 10am to 5pm Saturday, May 18 - 10am to 5pm Sunday, May 19 - Noon to 5pm Backup Date: September 6-8, 2024 (just in case of Spring river flooding) Location: The Lewis and Clark Boat House and Museum 1050 Riverside Drive, St Charles, MO 63301 […]
On Saturday, June 1, 2024, the Redcoats will invade Haddonfield and be challenged by Continental troops, just as they did 246 years ago — in June 1778. The day’s events include many other activities such as a Yelling Contest, Colonial Dancing, Pillory Prisoners and Character reenactors. Plus, Soldier reenactors will be available to meet visitors […]
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 […]
June 16th, 1774 to June 16th, 2024! 250 Years since Harrodsburg's Founding. We will be celebrating starting with a SAR Presentation, Parade, and Pageants on June 8th. Ending with a Founder's Day celebration on June 16th, 2024. Settlers, natives, and traders will be encamped at Fort Harrod, and demonstrations will go on all day from […]
20th Annual Cook Forest French & Indian War Encampment Cook Forest State Park will host a series of living history events depicting life during the French & Indian War. Highlights of this full two-day encampment include woodland natives, cannon and musket firing, cooking, primitive skills, blacksmithing, tinsmithing, pottery, children’s games, sutler camp, renown living historians, […]
On the eve of the American Revolution, fathers and sons mustered for the inevitable conflict between the colonies and England. The frontier was no stranger to the hardships of war and needed little preparation. Join Martin’s company as they dissect and discuss the weapons and accruements used by Virginians on the frontier and the battlefields […]
You are invited - 1875 RECONCILIATION BIVOUAC LIVING HISTORY WEEKEND Greenback, TN JUNE 14-16, 2024 In 1873, a group of Union and Confederate veterans and their families met for religious services in Greenback, Tennessee. The next year, using lumber donated by local farmers, an open-air tabernacle shed was constructed with religious services held there EVERY […]
Margaretta Days Festival & Craft Fair 18th Century Encampments, demonstrations and skirmishes. The first naval battle of the American Revolution occurred in Machias in June of 1775. Other battles took place in 1776 and 1777. Friday evening & Saturday June 14 & 15, 2024 at the University of Maine at Machias.
Bring your family to the Battlefield Saturday or Sunday, June 15-16, 2024, and travel back in time to the 1770s. Two armies will be preparing to do battle. Continental Army soldiers retrained at Valley Forge are itching to show off their new skills, while a British-German-Loyalist Army hopes to crush the rebels and restore good […]
Fort Meigs Historic Site examines the veteran armies of Europe and the conflict that engulfed the rest of the world during the War of 1812. This two day encampment and heavy drill session event offers the great opportunity of recruitment and the refinement of military drill to our great guests Brigade Napoleon. Fort staff offer […]
Brigade Napoleon visits Fort Meigs! Experience European style camps, weapons, and battle tactics of the Napoleonic Era. Take a special guided tour of the Fort to learn more about the Napoleonic Wars that engulfed Europe before, and during, the War of 1812.
There's a small museum featuring artifacts dug on site. The event will feature living historians in camp, a battle re-enactment (weather permitting) folk music, a partially reconstructed fort wall, and a beautiful nature trail to enjoy with the family.
This two-day World War II recreation event will be in St Joseph and Benton Harbor, Michigan. The Southwest Michigan Regional Airport will host the WWII encampment, displays and demonstrations. The Normandy and Saipan beach landings, along with aircraft fly overs and flamethrower demonstration, will take place at Lake Michigan. This public event is free. Additional […]
18th century trade fair. Living history with demonstrations. Street Battle and public auction.
The Second Continental Congress ratified the Declaration of Independence, leaving ties to the English crown in ruin and the North American colonies in an open state of rebellion. Join Captain Martin as he examines his copy of the declaration and determines how the actions of those in Congress will impact the lives of those settled […]
The Second Continental Congress ratified the Declaration of Independence, leaving ties to the English crown in ruin and the North American colonies in an open state of rebellion. Join Captain Martin as he examines his copy of the declaration and determines how the actions of those in Congress will impact the lives of those settled […]
Celebrate Independence Day Weekend at the Early American Heritage Festival in Port Gamble, WA! Discover the rich history of early America at the inaugural Early American Heritage Festival, proudly sponsored by Rayonier Inc. and OPG Port Gamble. Join us for a journey to the 18th century from July 5th-7th! Witness Patriot and British Colonial Military […]
