A Declaration Of Independence

Wilderness Road State Park 8051 Wilderness Rd., Ewing, VA, United States

A Declaration Of Independence July 4, 2025 A Reading of the Declaration of Independence at 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. 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 word of liberty […]

Independence Day 1813

Fort Meigs Historic Site 29100 West River Road, Perrysburg, OH, United States

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 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.

As The Hammer Falls

Wilderness Road State Park 8051 Wilderness Rd., Ewing, VA, United States

As The Hammer Falls July 12, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. - Programs at 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. - With ties to England severed, all imports to the American colonies have abruptly ended. Firelocks, swords, axes, and knives are now necessary but in short supply. Blacksmiths across Virginia are being called upon. Without […]

Battle of Bushy Run – 262nd Anniversary Reenactment

Bushy Run Battlefield - 1253 Bushy Run Rd, Jeannette, PA 15644 1253 Bushy Run Road, Jeannette, PA, United States

Celebration and recreation of the 262nd Anniversary of the Battle of Bushy Run, the pivotal battle of Pontiac's War. Our event features two days of battle reenactments. British troops and provincial rangers face off against a coalition of Native American forces from across the Great Lakes region. The weekend event also features speakers, open reenactor […]

Free

Battle of Bushy Run – 262nd Anniversary Reenactment

Bushy Run Battlefield - 1253 Bushy Run Rd, Jeannette, PA 15644 1253 Bushy Run Road, Jeannette, PA, United States

Celebration and recreation of the 262nd Anniversary of the Battle of Bushy Run, the pivotal battle of Pontiac's War. Our event features two days of battle reenactments. British troops and provincial rangers face off against a coalition of Native American forces from across the Great Lakes region. The weekend event also features speakers, open reenactor […]

Free

Moland House Reenactment

Moland House 1641 York Rd., Warminster, PA, United States

General Washington and 11,000 troops encamped on the Neshamini Creek in the summer of 1777. Lafayette and Pulasky joined the Army at Moland House. We are expecting 50 presenters ranging from artisans to musicians to military reenactors.

Frontier Justice

Wilderness Road State Park 8051 Wilderness Rd., Ewing, VA, United States

Frontier Justice August 16, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. - *Program at 2:00 p.m. - Law in the west is swift and harsh. An autocratic system overshadows theocracy. Verdicts are defined not by the law of man, but by the nature of the offense. *Colonel Preston has arrived at Martin’s Station to convene court. […]

60 Years war for Ohio: American Revolution

Fort Meigs Historic Site 29100 West River Road, Perrysburg, OH, United States

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, an interactive ambush, live fife and drum concerts, an 18th century duel, hands on activities for kids and more!

The Earthen Oven

Wilderness Road State Park 8051 Wilderness Rd., Ewing, VA, United States

The Earthen Oven August 23, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. *Program at 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. *Program at 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Bread and meat are common fare found along the western fringes of the Virginia frontier. Bread, however, requires certain equipment and technique to produce. *Join our bakers as they fire […]

Apprentices And Journeymen

Wilderness Road State Park 8051 Wilderness Rd., Ewing, VA, United States

Apprentices And Journeymen September 1, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. *Brass casting program at 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. During the 18th century, master craftsmen taught skills and labor through apprenticeships. The techniques learned were invaluable and became a necessary part of the labor force needed to build a new nation. Join the apprentices […]

REGIMENTAL BREWMEISTER at Odessa Brewfest

Odessa Brewfest 201 Main Street, Odessa, DE, United States

Most brewfests focus only on modern commercial beers and we will have these too but on September 6, the Regimental Brewmeister will set up an authentic 18th Century brewery for all to learn how beer was made in the time of the American Revolution.

Painted Stone Settlers Long Run Massacre

Red Orchard Park 704 Kentucky St., Shelbyville, KY, United States

Living History Event in Shelbyville KY. The Long Run Massacre was a skirmish between Squire Boone's settlers from his Painted Stone Station and a group of Miami & Shawnee Indians. Settlers were fleeing to a more populated station and were attacked mid-route. Actual historical event occurred September 13, 1781. Friday is school day for over […]

$6

“A Walk in Their Boots” Military Timeline Living History Event

Camp Davy Crockett 142 Scout Camp Rd, Whitesburg, TN, United States

“A Walk in Their Boots” Military Timeline Living History event! Join us this September in beautiful Northeast Tennessee for our "All-Era" Military Timeline! This free, public event features encampments, battle re-enactments, weapons demos, military vehicles, vendors and more. Last year's "rock star", the WWII German Tiger tank 205 and crew will be back for 2025, […]

Free

Unbroken: Heroines of the Virginia Frontier

Wilderness Road State Park 8051 Wilderness Rd., Ewing, VA, United States

September 13, 2025. Program Presentations at 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, and 3:00 pm Across Virginia, women made the journey into the wilderness with hearts full of hope. They established new homes and created opportunities for generations to come. Travel the hunter’s trace to Martin’s Station and join the women of Powell’s Valley as they harness […]

Forting Up

Wilderness Road State Park 8051 Wilderness Rd., Ewing, VA, United States

Forting Up Sept. 19, 2025 12:00 p.m. - Sept. 21, 2025 12:00 p.m. Imagine finding yourself approaching a beacon of rest and resupply with nothing but the clothes on your back. You are miles, days, beyond the fringes of civilization and a wooden palisade is all the stands between you and the untamed wilderness. Danger […]

Life in Early Ohio

Fort Meigs Historic Site 29100 West River Road, Perrysburg, OH, United States

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 weaving, baking, gardening, blacksmithing, historic tea, harness making, spinning, and cooking.

Colonial Day 2025

Old Santee Canal Park and Berkeley County Museum 950 Stony Landing Rd, Moncks Corner, SC, United States

Save the Date! Colonial Day returns in 2025.

Soldiering Through The Ages (STA) – “A Military Timeline Event”

Maryland Veterans Museum 11000 Crain Highway, Newburg, MD, United States

Soldiering Through The Ages is a military history timeline event. With living history/reenactors from all periods from early to modern day. Displays and demonstrations throughout the two-day event. Brought to life at the Maryland Veterans Museum at Patriot Park in Newburg, Maryland

Free

COLONIAL TAVERN AT MORGAN LOG HOUSE

Morgan Log House 850 Weikel Road, Lansdale, PA, United States

Get ready for a night of live entertainment, delicious food, and fun at Morgan Log House’s Tavern Night. Purchase your tickets today and join us for an unforgettable evening of excitement and enjoyment.

Martin’s Station Fall Encampment

Wilderness Road State Park 8051 Wilderness Rd., Ewing, VA, United States

Martin's Station Fall Encampment 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, […]

Feast of the Hunters’ Moon

Feast of the Hunters’ Moon

Fort Ouiatenon Historic Park 3129 South River Road, West Lafayette, IN, United States

The Tippecanoe County Historical Association of Lafayette, Indiana, in cooperation with the Tippecanoe County Park and Recreation Department, will be sponsoring the 58th annual Feast of the Hunters’ Moon festival on October 11 & 12. Hours are Saturday 9am to 5pm E.D.T. and Sunday 9am to 4pm E.D.T. The Feast represents the time of homecoming, […]

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Brigade Napoleon – Grande Tactique!

Fort Meigs Historic Site 29100 West River Road, Perrysburg, OH, United States

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 stories in military history.  This event is set against the backdrop of Fort Meigs, an American installation of the same period.  Grande Tactique displays the […]

$12
Feast of the Hunters’ Moon

Feast of the Hunters’ Moon

Fort Ouiatenon Historic Park 3129 South River Road, West Lafayette, IN, United States

The Tippecanoe County Historical Association of Lafayette, Indiana, in cooperation with the Tippecanoe County Park and Recreation Department, will be sponsoring the 58th annual Feast of the Hunters’ Moon festival on October 11 & 12. Hours are Saturday 9am to 5pm E.D.T. and Sunday 9am to 4pm E.D.T. The Feast represents the time of homecoming, […]

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Garrison Ghost Walks Oct. 17-18

Fort Meigs Historic Site 29100 West River Road, Perrysburg, OH, United States

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 non-profit organization that supports Fort Meigs through volunteering, donations, reenactments, and more. Additional Notes: Advanced tickets to this event are required. Tickets will be available online […]

‘Tell me and I forget.

Teach me and I remember.

Involve me and I learn.’


– Benjamin Franklin