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SUMMARY:Colonial Tavern Night
DESCRIPTION:Immersive 18th Century Tavern Experience  \nOutside the church\, the tavern was the most important institution in most towns.  Taverns were used as meeting places for political assemblies (like the militia or the courts).   When people needed to conduct business meetings or hold markets\, their choices were generally the church or the tavern.  Since the Colonial Legislatures often offered inducements to tavern owners\, they saw these businesses as “operating for the common good\,” which ultimately meant that tavern meeting rooms could be appropriated for government business like courts\, polls\, and meetings of the militia. People relied on taverns as the primary means of spreading news and ideas.  Newspapers and stories were often shared by travelers in taverns.  As conflicts erupted between the Crown and her colonies in the 1760’s\, it was in the taverns that men discussed their responses and ultimate aims.  It was in the colonial tavern that the revolutionary spirit launched our nation.  Without taverns\, it is likely that the various colonies would have remained separate and subjugated to the greater British Empire. \n“To drink at a table without drinking to the health of someone special\, should be considered drinking on the Sly\, and as an act of incivility.”   – Poor Richard \nPatrons are invited to an evening of storytelling and merriment during which they can enjoy and 18th Century tavern experience complete with period beer\, cocktails\, competitive toasts\, various entertainments\, and maybe even a rousting political debate.  We will not serve food nor will be perform music but can assist the site in contracting of musicians\, food\, and other aspects of the tavern experience which will complete the evening.
URL:https://reenactingschedule.org/event/colonial-tavern-night-3/
LOCATION:Historic Eastfield Village\, 104 Mud Pond Rd\,\, East Nassau\, NY\, 12062\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Regimental Brewmeister":MAILTO:Colonialbrewer@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260428T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260503T130000
DTSTAMP:20260514T121607
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T150837Z
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SUMMARY:45th Annual Bloody Lake Rendezvous
DESCRIPTION:Pre-1840 gathering including encampment\, black powder shooting\, knife throwing\, tomahawk and pistol shoots. \nParticipants in period correct attire and lodge are welcome from Tuesday through Sunday and public can visit Friday through Sunday.
URL:https://reenactingschedule.org/event/45th-annual-bloody-lake-rendezvous/
LOCATION:Blackhak Memorial Park\, Woodford\, WI\, County Road Y\, Woodford\, WI\, 53504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Pre 1840 Rendezvous
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ORGANIZER;CN="Yellowstone Flint and Cap":MAILTO:barb.nemec@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260504
DTSTAMP:20260514T121607
CREATED:20260205T202028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T015012Z
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SUMMARY:Early Ohio on the Portage
DESCRIPTION:A timeline living history weekend from 1700-1865.  Early Ohio on the Portage is sponsored by the Wood County Museum and the Maumee Valley Heritage Corridor (MVHC) and held on the grounds of the Wood County Museum 13660 County Home Road\, Bowling Green\, Ohio 43402.  The event is held May 1\, 2\, & 3\, 2026.  Friday May 1st is a school group day\, Saturday May 2 and Sunday May 3 is open to the general public.  The event features pioneer life portrayals\, musket/artillery demos\, candle dipping\, weaving\, spinning\, penmanship\, historic cooking\, laundress\, blacksmithing\, etc.  Event is free and outdoors.  Federalist (Regency) Ball on Saturday evening at 5pm with live music and contra dancing is open to reenactors and the public; historical dress welcomed at the ball as well. \nRegistration is Required for participants\, vendors/artisans\, and historic organization info tables.
URL:https://reenactingschedule.org/event/early-ohio-on-the-portage-2/
LOCATION:Wood County Museum\, 13660 County Home Rd\, Bowling Green\, OH\, 43402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Encampment,Historic Demonstration,Timeline
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260501T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260501T150000
DTSTAMP:20260514T121607
CREATED:20250822T130834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T230009Z
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SUMMARY:Five Medals School Day
DESCRIPTION:1750-1815 juried event held on beautiful property outside the vibrant\, destination community of Nappanee\, Indiana. Five Medals Living History\, Inc. is an education-focused 501(c)3 organization whose goal is the preservation and demonstration of historical lifeways.
URL:https://reenactingschedule.org/event/five-medals-school-day/
LOCATION:Nappanee\, IN\, 1600 W. Market St.\, Nappanee\, IN\, 46550\, United States
CATEGORIES:Historic Demonstration,Reenactment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Five Medals Living History%2C Inc | Mike Judson%2C President":MAILTO:fivemedals1812@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260502T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260502T160000
DTSTAMP:20260514T121607
CREATED:20260118T220215Z
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SUMMARY:Colonial brewing with Regimental Brewmeister
DESCRIPTION:Long before the American Revolutionary War\, the British Army in North America learned from the French the importance of spruce beer for treating and preventing scurvy and keeping their soldiers “fit for service.”  John Knox\, an officer in the 43rd Regiment of Foot\, insisted that his troops at Louisburg (1745) be supplied with spruce beer\, “this liquor being thought necessary for the preservation of the health of our men.” When British troops were again involved in a campaign against the French in Nova Scotia in 1757\, their commander\, the Earl of Loudoun\, insisted on an allowance of two quarts of spruce beer per man each day.  General Jeffrey Amherst\, chief of British forces in North America\, insisted that the troops be well supplied with spruce beer\, “for the health and convenience of the troops.” A brewery was set up at the head of Lake George with each regiment donating one man to help with the brewing.  When Amherst’s troops moved north to capture the French Fort Carillon\, subsequently renamed Fort Ticonderoga\, each regiment took with it eight barrels of spruce beer.  Following the British lead\, George Washington quickly adopted the use of spruce beer in order to keep his troops fit for service.  “The following is the Ration of Provisions allowed by the Continental Congress unto each Soldier. …One quart of Spruce Beer per man\, pr diem\,…” \nThe Regimental Brewmeister is my interpretation of what a brewer in HM 43rd would be. It is an amalgamation of Captain Jonathan Gilford from Thomas Fleming’s Liberty Tavern (1976)\, and my portrayal of a Private in HM 43rd Regiment of Foot.  The Regimental Brewmeister presents as a retired British soldier who is now a middle-class journeyman brewer.  I dress well\, and I want to present myself in a manner that shows that while I am not a Gentleman\, I am not a common laborer either. You will find military service has made a distinct impression upon the Regimental Brewmeister\, and he is not apolitical.  Despite his loyalist roots\, he is a stanch supporter of republican ideals but can argue both sides of the conflict. \nThe equipment I use is very basic.  The beer I brew is my own recipe\, derived but not copied from 18th Century sources.  Like brewers of the era\, I do all my work without instrumentation\, relying upon my basic senses of sight\, smell\, hearing\, taste\, and touch to do the work modern brewers have instrumentation like clocks\, scales\, hydrometers\, and thermometers for.  My aim is to recreate the methods\, brews\, and experience of a brewer from 1778 while telling stories of the American Revolution.
URL:https://reenactingschedule.org/event/colonial-brewing-with-regimental-brewmeister/
LOCATION:Bordentown Historical Society\, 302 Farnsworth Ave\, Bordentown\, NJ\, 08505\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Regimental Brewmeister":MAILTO:Colonialbrewer@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260502T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260502T160000
DTSTAMP:20260514T121607
CREATED:20260118T220252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260118T220252Z
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SUMMARY:Colonial brewing with Regimental Brewmeister
DESCRIPTION:Long before the American Revolutionary War\, the British Army in North America learned from the French the importance of spruce beer for treating and preventing scurvy and keeping their soldiers “fit for service.”  John Knox\, an officer in the 43rd Regiment of Foot\, insisted that his troops at Louisburg (1745) be supplied with spruce beer\, “this liquor being thought necessary for the preservation of the health of our men.” When British troops were again involved in a campaign against the French in Nova Scotia in 1757\, their commander\, the Earl of Loudoun\, insisted on an allowance of two quarts of spruce beer per man each day.  General Jeffrey Amherst\, chief of British forces in North America\, insisted that the troops be well supplied with spruce beer\, “for the health and convenience of the troops.” A brewery was set up at the head of Lake George with each regiment donating one man to help with the brewing.  When Amherst’s troops moved north to capture the French Fort Carillon\, subsequently renamed Fort Ticonderoga\, each regiment took with it eight barrels of spruce beer.  Following the British lead\, George Washington quickly adopted the use of spruce beer in order to keep his troops fit for service.  “The following is the Ration of Provisions allowed by the Continental Congress unto each Soldier. …One quart of Spruce Beer per man\, pr diem\,…” \nThe Regimental Brewmeister is my interpretation of what a brewer in HM 43rd would be. It is an amalgamation of Captain Jonathan Gilford from Thomas Fleming’s Liberty Tavern (1976)\, and my portrayal of a Private in HM 43rd Regiment of Foot.  The Regimental Brewmeister presents as a retired British soldier who is now a middle-class journeyman brewer.  I dress well\, and I want to present myself in a manner that shows that while I am not a Gentleman\, I am not a common laborer either. You will find military service has made a distinct impression upon the Regimental Brewmeister\, and he is not apolitical.  Despite his loyalist roots\, he is a stanch supporter of republican ideals but can argue both sides of the conflict. \nThe equipment I use is very basic.  The beer I brew is my own recipe\, derived but not copied from 18th Century sources.  Like brewers of the era\, I do all my work without instrumentation\, relying upon my basic senses of sight\, smell\, hearing\, taste\, and touch to do the work modern brewers have instrumentation like clocks\, scales\, hydrometers\, and thermometers for.  My aim is to recreate the methods\, brews\, and experience of a brewer from 1778 while telling stories of the American Revolution.
URL:https://reenactingschedule.org/event/colonial-brewing-with-regimental-brewmeister-2/
LOCATION:Historic Rittenhouse Town\, 208 Lincoln Dr.\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19144\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Regimental Brewmeister":MAILTO:Colonialbrewer@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260502T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260502T170000
DTSTAMP:20260514T121607
CREATED:20250822T130945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T230216Z
UID:10003110-1777712400-1777741200@reenactingschedule.org
SUMMARY:Five Medals
DESCRIPTION:1750-1815 juried event held on beautiful property outside the vibrant\, destination community of Nappanee\, Indiana. Five Medals Living History\, Inc. is an education-focused 501(c)3 organization whose goal is the preservation and demonstration of historical lifeways.
URL:https://reenactingschedule.org/event/five-medals-3/
LOCATION:Nappanee\, IN\, 1600 W. Market St.\, Nappanee\, IN\, 46550\, United States
CATEGORIES:Historic Demonstration,Reenactment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Five Medals Living History%2C Inc | Mike Judson%2C President":MAILTO:fivemedals1812@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260503T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260503T160000
DTSTAMP:20260514T121607
CREATED:20250823T080740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T230316Z
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SUMMARY:Five Medals
DESCRIPTION:1750-1815 juried event held on beautiful property outside the vibrant\, destination community of Nappanee\, Indiana. Five Medals Living History\, Inc. is an education-focused 501(c)3 organization whose goal is the preservation and demonstration of historical lifeways.
URL:https://reenactingschedule.org/event/five-medals-4/
LOCATION:Nappanee\, IN\, 1600 W. Market St.\, Nappanee\, IN\, 46550\, United States
CATEGORIES:Historic Demonstration,Reenactment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Five Medals Living History%2C Inc | Mike Judson%2C President":MAILTO:fivemedals1812@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260508T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260510T140000
DTSTAMP:20260514T121607
CREATED:20260121T225547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T212131Z
UID:10003239-1778234400-1778421600@reenactingschedule.org
SUMMARY:Virginia For Liberty
DESCRIPTION:Virginia For Liberty:\n1776\n\nBy the spring of 1776\, the rumbling of revolution can be felt across the American colonies and into the far corners of the wilderness. The old buffalo trace now symbolizes freedom\, though on it a dark shadow grows.  For those in the west\, community becomes key. S ettlements are a beacon of strong will and steadfast determination.  The call to unite in the midst of tyranny is heard amongst the whispers on the wind.\nTravel to Martin’s Station.  Experience the growing spirit of independence. Find wares of all types amongst the merchants and tradesmen.  Meet the illustrious individuals who traverse the trace and the indigenous peoples they encounter.  Immerse yourself in America’s story\, our story.  A story 250 years in the making.\n \nMay 8 – 10\nFriday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.\nSaturday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.\nSunday 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.\n\n$10 per vehicle Friday & Saturday\n$5 per vehicle on Sunday\n\nDownload Participant Application .pdf\nDownload Participant Application .docx \n\nPhone: 276-445-3065\nEmail Address: WildernessRoad@dcr.virginia.gov
URL:https://reenactingschedule.org/event/virginia-for-liberty/
LOCATION:Wilderness Road State Park\, 8051 Wilderness Rd.\, Ewing\, VA\, 24248\, United States
CATEGORIES:Encampment,Historic Demonstration,Library Historic Event,Outdoor Trade Fair,Seminar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260514
DTSTAMP:20260514T121607
CREATED:20260313T165455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T165455Z
UID:10003255-1778630400-1778716799@reenactingschedule.org
SUMMARY:Wild Haggis Rendezvous (fb)
DESCRIPTION:A Colonial/fur trade era event primarily set up to attract new people to the hobby.  There will b musket shoots\, hawk throwing\, archery and a small Scottisch Games.  Modern camping available .  Wood/water/hooters available. No electricity.  You must be in period attire to participate in any events.  Clothing will be available for newbies wanting to immerse themselves in the experience.  Camping fee is $25.00/tent.  Go to Ye OIde Haggis Shoppe or Wild Haggis Rendezvous fb page for more particulars or email the Chietain at” stuart.corsa@comcast.net”(815.703.5224) or Booshway at “Jeremyd42@gmail\,com” (815-221-7281)  Looking forward to seeing you there
URL:https://reenactingschedule.org/event/wild-haggis-rendezvous-fb/
CATEGORIES:Pre 1840 Rendezvous
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260518
DTSTAMP:20260514T121607
CREATED:20260115T205612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T210432Z
UID:10003158-1778630400-1779062399@reenactingschedule.org
SUMMARY:2026 NRLHF Corps of Discovery
DESCRIPTION:Pre-1840 rendezvous and teaching event for those just starting out and for grey-beards as well.
URL:https://reenactingschedule.org/event/2026-nrlhf-corps-of-discovery/
LOCATION:Krepps Covered Bridge Field\, 5 Covered Bridge Rd\, McDonald\, Pennsylvania\, 15057
CATEGORIES:Pre 1840 Rendezvous
ORGANIZER;CN="National Rendezvous and Living History Foundation":MAILTO:Nrlhf@nrlhf.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260515T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260517T140000
DTSTAMP:20260514T121607
CREATED:20251209T225217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T225217Z
UID:10003134-1778835600-1779026400@reenactingschedule.org
SUMMARY:Settlers Encampment and Historical Timeline Event 1756-2021
DESCRIPTION:French and Indian War\, American Revolutionary War\, War of 1812\, Mexican War/Texas Independence\, 1830-1840\, American Civil War\, Indian Wars\, Spanish-American War\, WWI\, WWII\, Korea\, Vietnam\, The Gulf War\, Iraq\, Syria War\, and War in Afghanistan.
URL:https://reenactingschedule.org/event/settlers-encampment-and-historical-timeline-event-1756-2021/
LOCATION:Auglaize Village and Farm Museum\, 12296 Krouse Rd.\, Defiance\, OH\, 43512\, United States
CATEGORIES:Encampment,Historic Demonstration,Historic Site - Modern Event,Museum Event,Reenactment,Timeline
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ORGANIZER;CN="Defiance County Historical Society":MAILTO:villageauglaize@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260516
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260518
DTSTAMP:20260514T121607
CREATED:20260217T003126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T003126Z
UID:10003246-1778889600-1779062399@reenactingschedule.org
SUMMARY:SIEGE OF FORT RANDOLPH
DESCRIPTION:The fort will serve as a historical setting and the public will be invited to step back in time (1776-1779)\nand immerse themselves in the Siege of Fort Randolph as costumed reenactors bring this historic event to life. \nMajor events covered will include the Death of Chief Cornstalk and the Siege of Fort Randolph. \n\nVisitors are welcome to stay for as little or as long as they like. \nFree admission\, but donations are welcomed. \nThe reenactment is on Saturday\, May 16th\, 2026 but the fort is open all weekend.
URL:https://reenactingschedule.org/event/siege-of-fort-randolph/
LOCATION:Fort Randolph (Point Pleasant\, West Virginia)\, Lighthouse Ln\, Point Pleasant\, WV\, 2550\, United States
CATEGORIES:Historic Demonstration,Reenactment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260516T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260516T160000
DTSTAMP:20260514T121607
CREATED:20260118T030406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260118T030406Z
UID:10003164-1778932800-1778947200@reenactingschedule.org
SUMMARY:History Matters @ INHP
DESCRIPTION:Come to Independence National Historic Park and hear the Philadelphia Tour Guides Association tell the under-emphasized history and the history that the Trump Adminstration hopes to censor.  We are telling the stories of black patriots\, Jewish patriots\, women patriots\, and others who made our nation great.
URL:https://reenactingschedule.org/event/history-matters-inhp/2026-05-16/
ORGANIZER;CN="Regimental Brewmeister":MAILTO:Colonialbrewer@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260516T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260516T230000
DTSTAMP:20260514T121607
CREATED:20260324T204006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T204006Z
UID:10003268-1778943600-1778972400@reenactingschedule.org
SUMMARY:Garfield's America 250 Community Fair
DESCRIPTION:A Community event to celebrate America’s Birthday in a Patriotic way.  The afternoon will feature a vintage baseball game between the Cincinnati Red Stockings and the Ohio Village Muffins\, Revolutionary War Reenactments\, vendors\, food trucks\, live musical performances\, and several main stage guest speakers. \n  \n 
URL:https://reenactingschedule.org/event/garfields-america-250-community-fair/
LOCATION:Garfield Middle School\, 250 North Fair Ave\, Hamilton\, OH\, 45011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival,Outdoor Trade Fair,Reenactment,Rendezvous
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260522
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260526
DTSTAMP:20260514T121607
CREATED:20260423T215530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T225856Z
UID:10003272-1779408000-1779753599@reenactingschedule.org
SUMMARY:Michilimackinac Reenactment
DESCRIPTION:Reenactment of Pontiac rebellion.  4-day encampment.
URL:https://reenactingschedule.org/event/michilimackinac-reenactment-2/
CATEGORIES:Encampment,Historic Demonstration,Reenactment
ORGANIZER;CN="Fort Micilimackinaw Renactment Committee":MAILTO:sniderconst@centurylink.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260523T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260524T170000
DTSTAMP:20260514T121607
CREATED:20240321T192657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260111T192747Z
UID:10002186-1779528600-1779642000@reenactingschedule.org
SUMMARY:1812 Grand Tactical – First Siege
DESCRIPTION:Fort Meigs is proud to host the 1812 Grand Tactical. Join us as we host hundreds of re-enactors from across the United States and Canada to commemorate the War of 1812 in the Old Northwest Territory. Grand Tactical features military encampments\, parade of the armies\, musical performances\, battle re-enactments\, site tours\, and more.
URL:https://reenactingschedule.org/event/first-siege/
LOCATION:Fort Meigs Historic Site\, 29100 West River Road\, Perrysburg\, OH\, 43551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Encampment,Historic Demonstration,Museum Event,Reenactment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fort Meigs Historic Site":MAILTO:jthompson@fortmeigs.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260525T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260525T170000
DTSTAMP:20260514T121607
CREATED:20260109T185352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260110T151353Z
UID:10003145-1779710400-1779728400@reenactingschedule.org
SUMMARY:Memorial Day Commemoration
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Memorial Day for our annual Ceremonial Wreath Laying\, including speeches\, military field music\, and squad firings to honor those who served here and are laid to rest at Fort Meigs.
URL:https://reenactingschedule.org/event/memorial-day-commemoration/
LOCATION:Fort Meigs Historic Site\, 29100 West River Road\, Perrysburg\, OH\, 43551\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://reenactingschedule.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IMG_4257.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Fort Meigs Historic Site":MAILTO:jthompson@fortmeigs.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260530
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260601
DTSTAMP:20260514T121607
CREATED:20260309T185827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T185827Z
UID:10003252-1780099200-1780271999@reenactingschedule.org
SUMMARY:Living History Days at Lowe Volk Park
DESCRIPTION:Rev War era reenactment of the capture of Col. William Crawford on the grounds where it happened in 1782.  Beautiful park setting\, Patriot\, British and Native camps.  Period correct vendors\, children’s games and presentations by juried\, historically accurate participants.  Free to all. \nFor reenactors\, wood\, water provided\, indoor facilities.  Pizza supplied for the camp after set up on Friday night\, continental breakfasts provided Saturday & Sunday and ham provided for a camp potluck Saturday night.
URL:https://reenactingschedule.org/event/living-history-days-at-lowe-volk-park-3/
LOCATION:Lowe Volk Park\, 2401 State Route 598\, Crestline\, OH\, 44827\, United States
CATEGORIES:Reenactment
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://reenactingschedule.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/June-4-2021-2.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Julie Rossington":MAILTO:Rossingtonjulie65@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260606T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260606T080000
DTSTAMP:20260514T121607
CREATED:20260118T220433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260118T220433Z
UID:10003231-1780732800-1780732800@reenactingschedule.org
SUMMARY:Colonial brewing with Regimental Brewmeister
DESCRIPTION:Long before the American Revolutionary War\, the British Army in North America learned from the French the importance of spruce beer for treating and preventing scurvy and keeping their soldiers “fit for service.”  John Knox\, an officer in the 43rd Regiment of Foot\, insisted that his troops at Louisburg (1745) be supplied with spruce beer\, “this liquor being thought necessary for the preservation of the health of our men.” When British troops were again involved in a campaign against the French in Nova Scotia in 1757\, their commander\, the Earl of Loudoun\, insisted on an allowance of two quarts of spruce beer per man each day.  General Jeffrey Amherst\, chief of British forces in North America\, insisted that the troops be well supplied with spruce beer\, “for the health and convenience of the troops.” A brewery was set up at the head of Lake George with each regiment donating one man to help with the brewing.  When Amherst’s troops moved north to capture the French Fort Carillon\, subsequently renamed Fort Ticonderoga\, each regiment took with it eight barrels of spruce beer.  Following the British lead\, George Washington quickly adopted the use of spruce beer in order to keep his troops fit for service.  “The following is the Ration of Provisions allowed by the Continental Congress unto each Soldier. …One quart of Spruce Beer per man\, pr diem\,…” \nThe Regimental Brewmeister is my interpretation of what a brewer in HM 43rd would be. It is an amalgamation of Captain Jonathan Gilford from Thomas Fleming’s Liberty Tavern (1976)\, and my portrayal of a Private in HM 43rd Regiment of Foot.  The Regimental Brewmeister presents as a retired British soldier who is now a middle-class journeyman brewer.  I dress well\, and I want to present myself in a manner that shows that while I am not a Gentleman\, I am not a common laborer either. You will find military service has made a distinct impression upon the Regimental Brewmeister\, and he is not apolitical.  Despite his loyalist roots\, he is a stanch supporter of republican ideals but can argue both sides of the conflict. \nThe equipment I use is very basic.  The beer I brew is my own recipe\, derived but not copied from 18th Century sources.  Like brewers of the era\, I do all my work without instrumentation\, relying upon my basic senses of sight\, smell\, hearing\, taste\, and touch to do the work modern brewers have instrumentation like clocks\, scales\, hydrometers\, and thermometers for.  My aim is to recreate the methods\, brews\, and experience of a brewer from 1778 while telling stories of the American Revolution.
URL:https://reenactingschedule.org/event/colonial-brewing-with-regimental-brewmeister-3/
LOCATION:Indian King Tavern\, 233 Kings Hwy E\,\, Haddonfield\, NJ\, 08033\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Regimental Brewmeister":MAILTO:Colonialbrewer@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260613T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260614T160000
DTSTAMP:20260514T121607
CREATED:20260223T231214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T231525Z
UID:10003250-1781344800-1781452800@reenactingschedule.org
SUMMARY:3rd Annual Civil War Living History Days at South Park
DESCRIPTION:Visitors can meet authentically clad and equipped military and civilian reenactors who will discuss the everyday lives of Civil War soldiers\, and the roles civilians played in supporting them. \nFeel the thunder of artillery and hear accounts from civilians in 1860’s and take a stroll through the military camps. Have your picture taken using authentic Wet Plate Collodion Tintype process for purchase. Take a candlelight tour of the camps Saturday evening. \nRe-enactors:\nWe are looking for 1st-person historical presentations and displays. Set up on Friday. Firewood provided. Food truck will be on-site for both days.\n$10 Donation with registration to help defray costs.  We are a non-profit organization\, and your donation can be used as a charitable contribution. \nIf you would like to set up a period authentic camp\, please contact event coordinator Valerie Hamill\nP: 614-361-1717
URL:https://reenactingschedule.org/event/3rd-annual-civil-war-living-history-days-at-south-park/
LOCATION:South Park\, 100 Brinkerhoff Ave\, Mansfield\, OH\, 44906\, United States
CATEGORIES:Encampment,Historic Site - Modern Event,Reenactment
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://reenactingschedule.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/civil-war-2025-2.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Richland Early American Center for History":MAILTO:reachistory@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260620T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260620T170000
DTSTAMP:20260514T121607
CREATED:20260322T230919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260322T230919Z
UID:10003266-1781946000-1781974800@reenactingschedule.org
SUMMARY:Annual Reenactment of the Battle of Monmouth
DESCRIPTION:Every year\, the Friends of Monmouth Battlefield\, in collaboration with the DEP (Department of Environmental Protection) of the State of New Jersey\, co-sponsors an annual reenactment of the battlefield. This is an exciting living history weekend celebrating the 248th Anniversary of the Battle of Monmouth. Travel back in time to the American Revolution and the year 1778 where the Continental and British armies are preparing to do battle for the future of our nation. \nGates open at 9:00 AM with activities beginning at 10:00 AM.  A suggested donation of $15.00 per car is requested to help cover the costs associated with the event. \nExperience two full days of military men at arms\, cannons\, cavalry\, civilians and more.  Besides the reenactment and soldier camps\, there will be several talks and historical presentations both in the camps and the Visitor Center. Living historian Stacy Roth will present her acclaimed portrayal of Molly Pitcher.   In addition\, there will be children’s infantry and cannon drills. Sutlers and vendors will have a myriad of wares for you to peruse and buy.  Historical exhibitors from multiple organizations (Sons and Daughters of the American Revolution\, Revolution NJ\, etc.) will be on hand as well.  In case you get hungry\, several food vendors will be on site. \n Handicapped parking is available. Come early for a full day of living history.
URL:https://reenactingschedule.org/event/annual-reenactment-of-the-battle-of-monmouth-2/2026-06-20/
LOCATION:Monmouth Battlefield State Park\, 20 State Route 33\, Manalapan\, NJ\, 07726\, United States
CATEGORIES:Encampment,Historic Demonstration,Reenactment
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://reenactingschedule.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/MonmouthBattle2024-143.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Monmouth Battlefield":MAILTO:dmartin@peddie.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260620T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260621T170000
DTSTAMP:20260514T121607
CREATED:20230121T172859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T155709Z
UID:10000327-1781946000-1782061200@reenactingschedule.org
SUMMARY:Crossbow to Cartridge
DESCRIPTION: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 the warriors and campfollowers of distant Europe and Early America\, and explore their military camps.
URL:https://reenactingschedule.org/event/crossbow-to-cartridge/
LOCATION:Fort Meigs Historic Site\, 29100 West River Road\, Perrysburg\, OH\, 43551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Encampment,Historic Demonstration,Museum Event,Timeline
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://reenactingschedule.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/longbow-demonstration-995x1024-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Fort Meigs Historic Site":MAILTO:jthompson@fortmeigs.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260620T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260621T170000
DTSTAMP:20260514T121607
CREATED:20251219T213511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T213511Z
UID:10003137-1781946000-1782061200@reenactingschedule.org
SUMMARY:17th Settlement and Raid
DESCRIPTION:Step back into 1774 for a weekend of battles\, demonstrations and immersive learning. Watch the fort come to life with blacksmithing\, gun making\, and even a church service on Sunday.
URL:https://reenactingschedule.org/event/17th-settlement-and-raid/
LOCATION:Old Fort Harrod State Park\, 100 S. College St\, Harrodsburg\, KY\, 40330\, United States
CATEGORIES:Historic Demonstration
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://reenactingschedule.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/282659_2873899625758_1724685830_n.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Old Fort Harod State Park":MAILTO:davidl.coleman@ky.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260620T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260620T160000
DTSTAMP:20260514T121607
CREATED:20260118T030406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260118T030406Z
UID:10003165-1781956800-1781971200@reenactingschedule.org
SUMMARY:History Matters @ INHP
DESCRIPTION:Come to Independence National Historic Park and hear the Philadelphia Tour Guides Association tell the under-emphasized history and the history that the Trump Adminstration hopes to censor.  We are telling the stories of black patriots\, Jewish patriots\, women patriots\, and others who made our nation great.
URL:https://reenactingschedule.org/event/history-matters-inhp/2026-06-20/
ORGANIZER;CN="Regimental Brewmeister":MAILTO:Colonialbrewer@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260621T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260621T170000
DTSTAMP:20260514T121607
CREATED:20260322T230919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260322T230919Z
UID:10003267-1782032400-1782061200@reenactingschedule.org
SUMMARY:Annual Reenactment of the Battle of Monmouth
DESCRIPTION:Every year\, the Friends of Monmouth Battlefield\, in collaboration with the DEP (Department of Environmental Protection) of the State of New Jersey\, co-sponsors an annual reenactment of the battlefield. This is an exciting living history weekend celebrating the 248th Anniversary of the Battle of Monmouth. Travel back in time to the American Revolution and the year 1778 where the Continental and British armies are preparing to do battle for the future of our nation. \nGates open at 9:00 AM with activities beginning at 10:00 AM.  A suggested donation of $15.00 per car is requested to help cover the costs associated with the event. \nExperience two full days of military men at arms\, cannons\, cavalry\, civilians and more.  Besides the reenactment and soldier camps\, there will be several talks and historical presentations both in the camps and the Visitor Center. Living historian Stacy Roth will present her acclaimed portrayal of Molly Pitcher.   In addition\, there will be children’s infantry and cannon drills. Sutlers and vendors will have a myriad of wares for you to peruse and buy.  Historical exhibitors from multiple organizations (Sons and Daughters of the American Revolution\, Revolution NJ\, etc.) will be on hand as well.  In case you get hungry\, several food vendors will be on site. \n Handicapped parking is available. Come early for a full day of living history.
URL:https://reenactingschedule.org/event/annual-reenactment-of-the-battle-of-monmouth-2/2026-06-21/
LOCATION:Monmouth Battlefield State Park\, 20 State Route 33\, Manalapan\, NJ\, 07726\, United States
CATEGORIES:Encampment,Historic Demonstration,Reenactment
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://reenactingschedule.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/MonmouthBattle2024-143.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Monmouth Battlefield":MAILTO:dmartin@peddie.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260627T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260627T080000
DTSTAMP:20260514T121607
CREATED:20260118T220924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260118T221326Z
UID:10003235-1782547200-1782547200@reenactingschedule.org
SUMMARY:David Rittenhouse -- Colonial Scientist
DESCRIPTION:We are all familiar with the impact of Enlightenment thinking on the politics of the American Revolutions.  Overtures or Locke and Rousseau are found in debates leading to the Declaration of Independence and the Federalist Papers debating the Constitution.  Thomas Pane forcefully renounces the ideas of hereditary rule (Common Sense) and Patrick Henry literally screams for the ideals of the Enlightenment from his Virginia Statehouse lectern.  America was founded on a platform of refutation of Establishment and support of traditional political power.  At the same time\, and for many of the same reasons\, there is a global revolution in scientific thought during the 18th Century.  Long held beliefs about how the world works\, its origins\, and the nature of natural philosophy were being challenged. \nWe live today in a society that largely accepts modern science but this acceptance of the power of individual investigators to understand how the world works.  This was absolutely NOT the case in 1750!  “Perfect Science” and the authority of the Roman Catholic church dominated how learned people thought about the world.  Stones fell to the earth because\, as Plato argued\, that is where they belong.  Animals never evolve\, they are\, as it was written in Genesis\, made by God.  It’s not really that people believed these things\, but the act of challenging these beliefs was upsetting to the established political order of the world.  People believed what they were told by the accepted authorities (especially the Church) and all experience that conflicted with these accepted beliefs were viewed with extreme suspicion – witness the belief in witchcraft as an explanation for calamity. \nEnlightenment science\, starting in the late 17th Century\, encouraged a focus on direct observation\, inquiry and experimentation.  Things no longer happen because they should happen or because of divine intervention but they happen because of discoverable and understandable natural laws (that may have been authored but not enacted by God).  Furthermore\, since these observations and experimentations are well within the ability and capability of all men\, we have the rise of Men of Letters or Gentlemen Scientist. \nDavid Rittenhouse\, after acquiring significant fortune as a surveyor and international acclaim for the ornery he built for the University of Pennsylvania\, turned his attention to just such direct observation of the heavens. \nA ‘transit’ occurs when a smaller body passes in front of a larger one. A ‘Transit of Venus’ happens when Venus is seen in silhouette against the bright face of the Sun.  Although Venus\, the Earth and the Sun roughly line up every 584 days\, the alignment is not usually precise. Venus’ orbital motion usually takes it ‘above’ or ‘below’ the Sun as seen from Earth (for the same reason\, the Moon does not block out sunlight – causing a solar eclipse – every month). On some rare occasions\, the alignment is close enough that Venus blocks out some of the light from the Sun\, causing a Transit of Venus. \nIn the 18th Century\, transits of Venus presented valuable opportunities to tackle a fundamental problem of the time – finding an accurate value for the distance between Earth and the Sun\, called the ‘Astronomical Unit’ (AU). The English astronomer Edmund Halley postulated that observations of Transits of Venus could be used to determine the distance between the Earth and the Sun by observing and timing a transit from widely spaced latitudes. Small differences in Venus’s track across the Sun (resulting from parallax) could be used to construct triangles with which to estimate the distance from the Earth to the Sun and by extension (Kepler established the relative distances of each planet to the Sun by determining their orbital periods) the distances from the Sun to all known planets (Mercury\, Venus\, Earth\, Mars\, Jupiter\, Saturn\, and George[i]). Unfortunately\, Halley who died in 1742\, was not able to conduct the needed observations but in 1761 and 1769 were observed by teams of scientist from the Royal Society\, including David Rittenhouse\, from many places around the world. James Cook’s observations in Tahiti and Devid Rittenhouse’s in Norristown Pennsylvania in 1769 were the most useful of these observations and established the Sun–Earth distance at 93\,726\,900 English miles[ii]. \nHistoric Rittenhouse Town is not only the first paper mill in America; it is the birthplace of one of the men who first used modern empirical astronomy to establish the size of our solar system.  As Historic Rittenhouse Town celebrates the life and accomplishments of William Rittenhouse\, it is only fitting we also celebrate his grandson\, the first astronomer to observe the Transit of Venus in 1769[iii]\, the first director of the US Mint\, first American to sight Uranus in 1781\, and the first to employ grating diffractors to separate the wavelengths of light (then seen as only colors) in 1785[iv]. \nDuring the June 27\, “Firstival” Event at Rittenhouse Town\, I propose adding a booth for\nDavid Rittenhouse to showcase 18th Century scientific accomplishments. \n[i] Sir William Herschel discovered Uranus in 1781 and originally suggested that the new planet be named Georgium Sidus\, or George’s Star in honor of King George III.   This went against the naming convention that had developed in the Western world\, in which planets were named after Roman deities. Several alternative names were tossed around\, including Herschel (after its discoverer) and Neptune. German astronomer Johann Elert Bode\, whose observations helped establish the new object as a planet\, suggested another possibility: Uranus. \n[ii] The radar-based value used today for the astronomical unit is 92\,955\,000 miles (149\,597\,000 km). This is only a difference of eight-tenths of one percent from the value established by Cook and Rittenhouse in 1771. \n[iii] Cook’s observations were will be 5 hours and Greenwich’s observations 19 hours later. \n[iv] These gratings would later be used to create interferometers and spectroscopes used to probe the heavens and determine the atomic content of stars.
URL:https://reenactingschedule.org/event/colonial-brewing-with-regimental-brewmeister-7/
LOCATION:Historic Rittenhouse Town\, 208 Lincoln Dr.\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19144\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Regimental Brewmeister":MAILTO:Colonialbrewer@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260704T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260704T170000
DTSTAMP:20260514T121607
CREATED:20240322T164733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T152613Z
UID:10002190-1783166400-1783184400@reenactingschedule.org
SUMMARY:Independence Day 1813
DESCRIPTION:Join us this July 4th\, 2026 for our largest artillery demonstration of the year! Our historic interpreters are recreating the 18 shot National Salute that soldiers fired here on Independence Day in 1813. The site will be open from 12 p.m.-5 p.m. The 18 Gun Salute takes place at 2:00 p.m.
URL:https://reenactingschedule.org/event/independence-day-1813/
LOCATION:Fort Meigs Historic Site\, 29100 West River Road\, Perrysburg\, OH\, 43551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Reenactment
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://reenactingschedule.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/independence2020.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Fort Meigs Historic Site":MAILTO:jthompson@fortmeigs.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260711T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260711T080000
DTSTAMP:20260514T121607
CREATED:20260118T221409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260118T221428Z
UID:10003236-1783756800-1783756800@reenactingschedule.org
SUMMARY:David Rittenhouse -- Colonial Scientist
DESCRIPTION:We are all familiar with the impact of Enlightenment thinking on the politics of the American Revolutions.  Overtures or Locke and Rousseau are found in debates leading to the Declaration of Independence and the Federalist Papers debating the Constitution.  Thomas Pane forcefully renounces the ideas of hereditary rule (Common Sense) and Patrick Henry literally screams for the ideals of the Enlightenment from his Virginia Statehouse lectern.  America was founded on a platform of refutation of Establishment and support of traditional political power.  At the same time\, and for many of the same reasons\, there is a global revolution in scientific thought during the 18th Century.  Long held beliefs about how the world works\, its origins\, and the nature of natural philosophy were being challenged. \nWe live today in a society that largely accepts modern science but this acceptance of the power of individual investigators to understand how the world works.  This was absolutely NOT the case in 1750!  “Perfect Science” and the authority of the Roman Catholic church dominated how learned people thought about the world.  Stones fell to the earth because\, as Plato argued\, that is where they belong.  Animals never evolve\, they are\, as it was written in Genesis\, made by God.  It’s not really that people believed these things\, but the act of challenging these beliefs was upsetting to the established political order of the world.  People believed what they were told by the accepted authorities (especially the Church) and all experience that conflicted with these accepted beliefs were viewed with extreme suspicion – witness the belief in witchcraft as an explanation for calamity. \nEnlightenment science\, starting in the late 17th Century\, encouraged a focus on direct observation\, inquiry and experimentation.  Things no longer happen because they should happen or because of divine intervention but they happen because of discoverable and understandable natural laws (that may have been authored but not enacted by God).  Furthermore\, since these observations and experimentations are well within the ability and capability of all men\, we have the rise of Men of Letters or Gentlemen Scientist. \nDavid Rittenhouse\, after acquiring significant fortune as a surveyor and international acclaim for the ornery he built for the University of Pennsylvania\, turned his attention to just such direct observation of the heavens. \nA ‘transit’ occurs when a smaller body passes in front of a larger one. A ‘Transit of Venus’ happens when Venus is seen in silhouette against the bright face of the Sun.  Although Venus\, the Earth and the Sun roughly line up every 584 days\, the alignment is not usually precise. Venus’ orbital motion usually takes it ‘above’ or ‘below’ the Sun as seen from Earth (for the same reason\, the Moon does not block out sunlight – causing a solar eclipse – every month). On some rare occasions\, the alignment is close enough that Venus blocks out some of the light from the Sun\, causing a Transit of Venus. \nIn the 18th Century\, transits of Venus presented valuable opportunities to tackle a fundamental problem of the time – finding an accurate value for the distance between Earth and the Sun\, called the ‘Astronomical Unit’ (AU). The English astronomer Edmund Halley postulated that observations of Transits of Venus could be used to determine the distance between the Earth and the Sun by observing and timing a transit from widely spaced latitudes. Small differences in Venus’s track across the Sun (resulting from parallax) could be used to construct triangles with which to estimate the distance from the Earth to the Sun and by extension (Kepler established the relative distances of each planet to the Sun by determining their orbital periods) the distances from the Sun to all known planets (Mercury\, Venus\, Earth\, Mars\, Jupiter\, Saturn\, and George[i]). Unfortunately\, Halley who died in 1742\, was not able to conduct the needed observations but in 1761 and 1769 were observed by teams of scientist from the Royal Society\, including David Rittenhouse\, from many places around the world. James Cook’s observations in Tahiti and Devid Rittenhouse’s in Norristown Pennsylvania in 1769 were the most useful of these observations and established the Sun–Earth distance at 93\,726\,900 English miles[ii]. \nHistoric Rittenhouse Town is not only the first paper mill in America; it is the birthplace of one of the men who first used modern empirical astronomy to establish the size of our solar system.  As Historic Rittenhouse Town celebrates the life and accomplishments of William Rittenhouse\, it is only fitting we also celebrate his grandson\, the first astronomer to observe the Transit of Venus in 1769[iii]\, the first director of the US Mint\, first American to sight Uranus in 1781\, and the first to employ grating diffractors to separate the wavelengths of light (then seen as only colors) in 1785[iv]. \nDuring the June 27\, “Firstival” Event at Rittenhouse Town\, I propose adding a booth for\nDavid Rittenhouse to showcase 18th Century scientific accomplishments. \n[i] Sir William Herschel discovered Uranus in 1781 and originally suggested that the new planet be named Georgium Sidus\, or George’s Star in honor of King George III.   This went against the naming convention that had developed in the Western world\, in which planets were named after Roman deities. Several alternative names were tossed around\, including Herschel (after its discoverer) and Neptune. German astronomer Johann Elert Bode\, whose observations helped establish the new object as a planet\, suggested another possibility: Uranus. \n[ii] The radar-based value used today for the astronomical unit is 92\,955\,000 miles (149\,597\,000 km). This is only a difference of eight-tenths of one percent from the value established by Cook and Rittenhouse in 1771. \n[iii] Cook’s observations were will be 5 hours and Greenwich’s observations 19 hours later. \n[iv] These gratings would later be used to create interferometers and spectroscopes used to probe the heavens and determine the atomic content of stars.
URL:https://reenactingschedule.org/event/david-rittenhouse-colonial-scientist/
LOCATION:Historic Easton\, Easton\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Regimental Brewmeister":MAILTO:Colonialbrewer@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260720
DTSTAMP:20260514T121607
CREATED:20251223T215730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T004124Z
UID:10003143-1784332800-1784505599@reenactingschedule.org
SUMMARY:Cass River\, Colonial Frankenmuth
DESCRIPTION:Largest Colonial Event in Michigan (French and Indian War and Revolutionary War).   Two tacticals daily\, one for each era.  Different demonstrations daily including drum and fife corp.  Wood\, water\, porta pots\, some powder and Saturday evening meal furnished.  Nice town for your family to enjoy and a site where the sponsors really appreciate reenactors.  Set up after 12 noon on Friday.  TONS OF PUBLIC!
URL:https://reenactingschedule.org/event/cass-river-colonial-frankenmuth-2/
LOCATION:River Place Shops\, Frankenmuth\, Michigan\, Frankenmuth\, MI
CATEGORIES:Reenactment
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://reenactingschedule.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/2025-battle.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="River Place Shops and The Massachusetts Provincial Battalion":MAILTO:kemmerc@hotmail.com
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