Our annual Revolutionary War Encampment will be held on Saturday, May 27, from 10 am to 4 pm on the Museum grounds. Join us for a day of free family fun – including reenactments from the 5th Connecticut Regiment, cooking and marching demonstrations, period music, vendors, and more. Plus, General George Washington will make an appearance, accompanied by a very special guest!

Event Schedule (Rain or shine!)

10:00am-4:00pm Demonstrations throughout the day will include:

• Surgeon’s table
• Various flag displays
• Weaving and sewing
• Soldier’s tent and display of equipment
• Colonial clothing
• Open hearth cooking and food
• Butter churning
• Colonial music
• Camp tours and information about the 5th Connecticut regiment and its history

10:30am Musket and drill demonstration

11:00am Children’s march with wooden muskets

1:00pm Battle skirmish with invading British Marines

2:00pm Cannon firing demonstration

Big Bear Trading Company will be on site throughout the day selling jewelry, gear and goods inspired by the 17th – 19th centuries.

George Washington and his horse, Nelson, will make a special guest appearance!

PLEASE NOTE: All scheduled activities subject to change.

Regular Museum admission applies for guided house tours and access to exhibitions in the Holcombe Education Center and Kuckro Gallery.