This is a reenactment of the Siege of Fort Boonesborough from 1778. The Fort founded by Daniel Boone in April 1775 was attacked in September 1778 by a party of over 400 Native Americans of mixed tribes supported by British officers. This multi day siege failed and the fort survived. We have Saturday and Sunday […]
June 7-8, 2025 Founding of Fort Boonesborough 1775-2025. Held along the Kentucky River near the original fort site. Speakers, demonstrations, authors, period vendors, food, period music and activities for children. Also special commemorative fort souvenirs and tee shirts available. Re-enactors can camp along the river. Participate in Kentucky's Firsts - first legislative session in Kentucky […]
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.
