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Pause when it feels right.

Some stops aren't on the map, but they're worth taking.

Buccaneer Bay Sea Battle

Las Vegas, Nevada

View a full-scale pyrotechnic battle to the finish between the British frigate, HMS Britannia and…

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John C. Fremont Days

Fremont, Nebraska

This is the community's premier celebration, and is held three days in July. Activities take…

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Find your way.

There's no single right route, just the one that fits you.

Pahrump Gunfihters

Pahrump, Nevada

Pahrump Gunfihters are an old west re-enactment group bringing old west skits out to the…

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Upcoming & Annual Events

Let the road decide.

Plans are useful, but flexibility is where the real discoveries happen.

"The Texas Cowboys' Christmas Ball"

Anson, Texas

The Ball originated in 1885 to honor area cowboys, their ladies and families. The first…

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Leave room for the unexpected.

The best parts of a trip rarely show up on an itinerary.

12th Annual Siege of Bridgeport Re-enactment

Bridgeport, Alabama

The undisputed largest re-enactment in Alabama. Bridgeport brings history alive when 2,000 re-enactors thrill thousands…

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Follow what feels interesting.

Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.

17th Annual Battle of Plymouth Living History Weekend

Plymouth, North Carolina

Come watch as history comes alive! The 17th Annual Battle of Plymouth Living History Weekend…

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The road is the experience.

Getting there is often the point, not just the outcome.

1800s Mountain Man Rendezvous

Greenbrier, Arkansas

Arkansas was the edge of the American frontier in the early 1800s. Witness the rugged…

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Let it unfold.

Not everything needs to be scheduled to be meaningful.

1850s Lawn Social at the Murrell Home

Tahlequah, Oklahoma

See re-enactors depict life in the 1800s at Oklahoma's only remaining Ante-Bellum home.

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Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

18th Century Naval Celebration

Addison, Vermont

This living history weekend, organized by the Marine Royale, commemorates the 275th anniversary of the…

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Follow what feels interesting.

Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.

4th of July Living History Weekend

Kearney, Nebraska

Demonstrations, special events and an 1860s encampment display. Reenactors will be at Ft Kearny to…

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Let the road decide.

Plans are useful, but flexibility is where the real discoveries happen.

5th Annual Civil War Living History

Elizabeth City, North Carolina

Visitors from across the Albemarle Area will commemorate the Battle of Elizabeth City, fought February…

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Go a little further.

The next turn is often where things start to get interesting.

5th Annual Southern Connecticut Renaissance Faire

Ansonia, Connecticut

Historical reenactment on six stages and 25 professional acts from across the country. Period merchants,…

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Simple trips are often the best.

You don't need much for a place to leave an impression.

6th Annual Morgan County Rendezvous

Glouster, Ohio

Located at Burr Oak State Park in Southwest Morgan County the Morgan County Trade Fair…

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Take the long way.

The best parts of the trip are usually the ones you didn't plan.

A Dickens of a Christmas

Columbus, Ohio

Step into the world of Charles Dickens as Ohio Village revisits the Victorian Christmas made…

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Pause when it feels right.

Some stops aren't on the map, but they're worth taking.

A Pioneer Wedding Celebration

Urbandale, Iowa

Meet LHF's own June bride as you join the 1850 farm staff for a recreated…

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Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

A Victorian Funeral

Urbandale, Iowa

In 1875, the funeral was a pageant of honored traditions. Families gathered to find joy…

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Follow what feels interesting.

Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.

Age of the Gunfighter

Wichita, Kansas

The Regional Championship of the Re-enactors Guild of America (RGA) comes to Cowtown for competitions…

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Stay curious.

A small detour can turn into something worth remembering.

Alabama Frontier Days

Wetumpka, Alabama

Reenactment of Alabama's frontier days from French Colonial times to the early American period. Includes…

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Leave room for the unexpected.

The best parts of a trip rarely show up on an itinerary.

Alabama River Festival

Monroeville, Alabama

Travel back in time to an early 1800's camp on the river. Visit with Indians,…

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Go where you feel alive.

Pay attention to the places that pull you in without explanation.

All-American Week Living History

Fort Bragg, North Carolina

See people demonstrate how the soldiers dressed, lived and worked in World War II, Vietnam,…

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Stay curious.

A small detour can turn into something worth remembering.

Anniversary of the Battle of Cowan's Ford

Huntersville, North Carolina

Join us in a re-enactment of the events of January and February 1781, when Lord…

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Somewhere between here and nowhere.

The spaces in between are often the most memorable.

Anniversary of the Battle of Moores Creek

Currie, North Carolina

Re-enactors representing both Patriot and Loyalist militias will demonstrate military camp life, musket and artillery…

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More road, less rush.

There's no need to hurry through something worth experiencing.

Anniversary of the Capture of Fort Fisher

Kure Beach, North Carolina

Navy and Marine Living History event (Union and Confederate). The program will feature small arms…

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Not every place needs a reason.

Sometimes it's enough just to be there.

Anniversary Re-Enactment of the Battle of Goldsborough Bridge

Goldsboro, North Carolina

Over three hundred re-enactors will participate with artillery demonstrations, encampments, sutlers, concessions, and much more.…

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Annual Ash Hollow Pageant

Lewellen, Nebraska

The Ash Hollow Pageant celebrates the spirit and perseverance of the pioneers who traveled this…

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Not every place needs a reason.

Sometimes it's enough just to be there.

Annual Chisholm Trail Living History

Kingfisher, Oklahoma

Living History demonstrations with about 40 encampments, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. * Open to…

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Go where you feel alive.

Pay attention to the places that pull you in without explanation.

Annual Civil War Encampment at Willowbrook

Newfield, Maine

10am-3pm. During their 7th annual visit, Company A, 3rd Maine will set up camp and…

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Go where you feel alive.

Pay attention to the places that pull you in without explanation.

Annual Civil War Re-enactment

Palmyra, Missouri

Flower City Park hosts an annual Civil War re-enactment in October. Individuals from a three…

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Stay a little longer.

Rushing through a place rarely does it justice.

Annual Civil War Re-enactment

Fayetteville, North Carolina

When General Sherman marched through the Carolinas, he was confronted by Confederate forces at the…

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Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

Annual Civil War Reenactment

Bath, Ohio

Once again, Hale Farm & Village hosts its popular Annual Civil War Reenactment weekend with…

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Let it unfold.

Not everything needs to be scheduled to be meaningful.

Annual Colonial Isle Daphine

Dauphin Island, Alabama

A living history weekend exploring life on the Gulf Coast before the Fort was built.…

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Worth the stop.

Some places don't need much time, just the right moment.

Annual Colonies of the Gulf Coast

Dauphin Island, Alabama

Explore life on Isle Dauphine in the 1700-1800s. Visit with French, British, and Spanish soldiers.…

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Let the road decide.

Plans are useful, but flexibility is where the real discoveries happen.

Annual CSLRM Mountain Man Living History Encampment

Arkansas City, Kansas

Walk back in time to 1840 and visit a Plains Trading Camp. Mountain Man and…

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Take less, experience more.

What you carry matters less than what you notice.

Annual Fort Buford Sixth Infantry Encampment

Williston, North Dakota

Join the Sixth Infantry Regimental Association and State Historical Society of North Dakota for life…

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Somewhere between here and nowhere.

The spaces in between are often the most memorable.

Annual Gathering of the Gunfighters

Yuma, Arizona

CANCELLED FOR 2018 - Each January, Old West reenactment groups ride into Yuma, Arizona for…

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Worth the stop.

Some places don't need much time, just the right moment.

Annual Hashknife Posse Pony Express Ride

Holbrook

The Hashknife Posse Pony Express Ride, which begins in Holbrook and concludes 200 miles later…

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Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

Annual History of the American Soldier

Amelia Island, Florida

Join them under the stars at Fort Clinch State Park at 7 p.m. as they…

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Stay curious.

A small detour can turn into something worth remembering.

Annual Hwy 50 Wagon Train

Carson City, Nevada

An authentic wagon train encampment will be at Fuji Park. Take a step back through…

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Annual Lincoln Reenactment

Lincoln

"After 30 years of Incredible Reenactments and every aspect of Abraham Lincoln's life had been…

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Let the road decide.

Plans are useful, but flexibility is where the real discoveries happen.

Annual Living Historian Gathering & Show

Strawberry, Arizona

Living historians dressed in period costumes perform music, drama, and dance; display and produce crafts;…

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Stop when something catches your eye.

Those moments tend to matter more than the planned ones.

Annual Living History Field Day

Fort Totten, North Dakota

Student registration required. Sponsored with the friends of Fort Totten State Historic Site.

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Let the road decide.

Plans are useful, but flexibility is where the real discoveries happen.

Annual Living History Trade Fair

Fremont, Ohio

The Living History Fair features suppliers for Historic Re-Enactors. Items range from the French &…

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The road is the experience.

Getting there is often the point, not just the outcome.

Annual Massard Prairie Civil War Battle Anniversary

Fort Smith

Commemoration of the anniversary of the attack at the camp site of the 6th Kansas…

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Simple trips are often the best.

You don't need much for a place to leave an impression.

Annual Military Show & Reenactment

Bird City, Kansas

Experience history like you never have before! See a WWII Reenactment and spend the day…

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Simple trips are often the best.

You don't need much for a place to leave an impression.

Annual Osage River Mountain Man Rendezvous and Muzzleloader Shoot

Lake Ozark, Missouri

Mountain men and traders capture the pre-1840's as they dress in 19th Century attirre and…

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Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

Annual Pioneer Patriots Day

Keokuk, Iowa

Lee County, Iowa, has the most known burials (8) of the 41 documented veterans of…

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Let the road decide.

Plans are useful, but flexibility is where the real discoveries happen.

Annual Revolutionary Weekend

Morganton, North Carolina

On Saturday, the Old Burke County Courthouse and historic McDowell House at Quaker Meadows will…

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Take less, experience more.

What you carry matters less than what you notice.

Annual Showdown at Sunset

El Dorado, Arkansas

June 3 - August 5, 2006 Historic reenactment of a 1902 feud that took place…

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Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

Annual U.S. Grant Birthday Celebration & Reenactment

Georgetown, Ohio

Celebrate the birthday of Ulysses S. Grant in historic Georgetown, Ohio where he grew up…

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Pause when it feels right.

Some stops aren't on the map, but they're worth taking.

Annual Winter Encampment and Battle of Round Mountain Reenactment

Yale, Oklahoma

Take a walk back in time visit with the Confederate or Union Soldiers, as you…

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More road, less rush.

There's no need to hurry through something worth experiencing.

Annual Wyatt Earp Days

Tombstone, Arizona

Held every Memorial Day Weekend, Wyatt Earp Days is sponsored by the Tombstone Lions Club…

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More road, less rush.

There's no need to hurry through something worth experiencing.

Ashtabula County Early America LIVE 1890 Reenactment Festival

Jefferson, Ohio

Come see Ashtabula County's only Living History Museum as the Historical Jefferson Depot Village puts…

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Aurora Colony Days

Aurora, Oregon

The weekend long celebration kicks off Friday night with an artist reception hosted by the…

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Stay a little longer.

Rushing through a place rarely does it justice.

Autumn Lantern Tour

New Philadelphia, Ohio

Walk through the Village by only lantern light and take in the crisp Autumn air…

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A place to slow down.

Not every stop needs to be busy to be worth your time.

Bald Eagle Rendevous

Lecompton, Kansas

Cancelled for 2017 (hope for new plans in the future) -- 18-19th Century fur trade…

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Somewhere between here and nowhere.

The spaces in between are often the most memorable.

Battle of Alamance Commemoration

Burlington, North Carolina

The commemorations of the anniversary of the Battle of Alamance continue with the new and…

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Go where you feel alive.

Pay attention to the places that pull you in without explanation.

Battle of Black Jack Celebration

Baldwin City, Kansas

The commemoration of the Anniversary of the battle that was fought on June 2, 1856,…

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Battle of Cabin Creek Reenactment

Vinita, Oklahoma

TRIENIAL 2019 - Imagine yourself and your family going back in time to 1864, sitting…

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The road is the experience.

Getting there is often the point, not just the outcome.

Battle of Dry Creek

White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia

Reenactment of 1863 Civil War Battle near White Sulphur Springs. Realistic portrayals of cavalry attacks,…

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Battle of Honey Springs Commemoration (7-17-1863)

Checotah, Oklahoma

2011 - Every three years, the Oklahoma Historical Society, the Friends of Honey Springs and…

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Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

Battle of Hubbardton Encampment

Hubbardton, Vermont

This event is for the entire family & commemorates the only Revolutionary War battle fought…

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Follow what feels interesting.

Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.

Battle of Ramseur's Mill Reenactment

Lincolnton, North Carolina

Lincoln County, the Lincoln County Historic Properties Commission, and the Lincoln County Historical Association are…

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Stop when something catches your eye.

Those moments tend to matter more than the planned ones.

Battlefield Commemorative Program

Kulm, North Dakota

Whitestone Hill Battlefield afternoon public program. The battle between the Dakota Sioux under Chief Two…

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Not every place needs a reason.

Sometimes it's enough just to be there.

Battles for the Armory

Tallassee, Alabama

Civil War Reenactments portraying the Battles of Chehea and Franklin. School day on Friday, November…

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Find your way.

There's no single right route, just the one that fits you.

Battles for the Armory

Tallassee, Alabama

Civil War Reenactment of the local Battles of Chehaw and Franklin. Hundreds of Reenactors, Artillary,…

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A place to slow down.

Not every stop needs to be busy to be worth your time.

Big Cypress Shootout

Clewiston, Florida

Take a step back in time with the Seminole Tribe of Florida. View battle reenactments…

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More road, less rush.

There's no need to hurry through something worth experiencing.

Black Jack Battlefield: Dawn Tour

Baldwin City, Kansas

There will be a guided tour of the Black Jack Battlefield on the date and…

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Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

Bleeding Kansas Play Reenactment

Lecompton, Kansas

During the “BLEEDING KANSAS” play reenactment by the Lecompton Reenactors, you will travel back in…

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Simple trips are often the best.

You don't need much for a place to leave an impression.

Blue-Gray Heritage Weekend

Mills River, North Carolina

The Blue-Gray Heritage Weekend Civil War living history encampment & reenactment offers infantry, artillery and…

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Not every place needs a reason.

Sometimes it's enough just to be there.

Boares Heads Feaste

Muskogee, Oklahoma

Spend an evening with King Henry VIII and an array of entertainment as you feast…

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Make time for quiet places.

Not every destination needs noise to be meaningful.

Bottle Hill Day

Madison, New Jersey

Go back in time with the New Jersey Frontier Guard and learn about life during…

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Stay a little longer.

Rushing through a place rarely does it justice.

Brinegar Days

Sparta, North Carolina

These demonstrations and educational activities at the Brinegar Cabin and Homestead tell the story of…

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Calvary Days - Ft. Supply

Woodward, Oklahoma

This living history reenactment is complete with Indian dancing, cavalry demonstrations, and informative history lectures..…

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Stay curious.

A small detour can turn into something worth remembering.

Cambridge Civil War Days

Cambridge, Vermont

The village of Cambridge will step back 150 years to be transformed into a bustling…

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Stay a little longer.

Rushing through a place rarely does it justice.

Camp Clarke Raiders Spring Rendezvous

Bridgeport

A celebration of the lifestyles and traditions of hunters and trappers with powder shoots and…

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Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

Candlelight Tour

Checotah, Oklahoma

Guided tours by 7 to 9 vignettes (on the quarter hour) through a series of…

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Stay a little longer.

Rushing through a place rarely does it justice.

Cemetery History Walk

Lancaster, Ohio

Visit citizens of the 1800's who came from throughout eastern United Sates to make Ohio their…

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Not every place needs a reason.

Sometimes it's enough just to be there.

Cemetery Stroll into the Past

Weston, Missouri

Explore Weston's Rich and Colorful History. Wander through the picturesque Laurel Hill Cemetery and see…

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A place to slow down.

Not every stop needs to be busy to be worth your time.

Century Village Museum Civil War Encampment

Burton, Ohio

Infantry, Gatling Gun, Artillery, Battles, Canons, Confederate Camps, Union Camps, Living History, Blanket Talks, President…

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Make time for quiet places.

Not every destination needs noise to be meaningful.

Cherokee Ridge Runners Spring Rendezvous

Cherokee, Iowa

Re-enactment of fur trade era. Traders, demonstrations, cooking, fire-starting with flint and steel, tomahawk-throwing contest,…

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Follow what feels interesting.

Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.

Civil War Battle and Encampment

Mason City, Iowa

Live entertainment, battle re-enactments, cannon and mounted cavalry demonstrations, soldier encampments.

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A place to slow down.

Not every stop needs to be busy to be worth your time.

Civil War Days

Yuma, Arizona

Civil War Days brings history to life at the Colorado River State Historic Park (formerly…

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Go a little further.

The next turn is often where things start to get interesting.

CIVIL WAR DAYS

Doniphan, Missouri

Civil War Re-enactors, Pioneer Craftsmen, Craft Demonstrations, Vendors, Food and Music at the Heritage Homestead…

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Leave room for the unexpected.

The best parts of a trip rarely show up on an itinerary.

Civil War Encampment

Fort Scott, Kansas

Enjoy a weekend of Civil War history as the Union Army reoccupies Fort Scott. Period…

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Simple trips are often the best.

You don't need much for a place to leave an impression.

Civil War Encampment

Manchester, Vermont

$5, youths $2, members free.

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Go where you feel alive.

Pay attention to the places that pull you in without explanation.

Civil War Encampment

Lebanon, Ohio

See what life was like from 1861 through 1865 around a camp where men prepared…

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Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

Civil War Encampment

Marblehead, Ohio

The Civil War comes back to life during this weekend! Wander through the settler's shops…

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Stay a little longer.

Rushing through a place rarely does it justice.

Civil War Encampment at Caesar's Creek Pioneer Village

Waynesville, Ohio

Learn about the life of a soldier in 1863. Groups re-enacting soldiers representing infantry, artillery,…

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Somewhere between here and nowhere.

The spaces in between are often the most memorable.

Civil War Encampment at East Harbor State Park

Lakeside-Marblehead, Ohio

The Civil War comes back to life during this weekend! Wander through the settlers' shops…

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Worth the stop.

Some places don't need much time, just the right moment.

Civil War Expo

Olustee, Florida

We invite you to support the conservation of Florida's history at Olustee Battlefield by joining…

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Keep moving.

Even slow progress opens up new places and perspectives.

Civil War Life Program

Checotah, Oklahoma

Reenactors (Union, Confederate or civilian) present some phase of non-combat life during the Civil War…

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Make time for quiet places.

Not every destination needs noise to be meaningful.

Civil War Life Spring Muster

Checotah, Oklahoma

The 10th Kansas Infantry and the 1st Kansas Colored Volunteers demonstrate camp life and drill…

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Follow what feels interesting.

Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.

Civil War Living History Weekend, 3rd Annual

Wilmington, North Carolina

Military and civilian re-enactors will delight and inform with living history exhibits and encampments, small…

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Keep it easy.

The best days usually come without pressure or overplanning.

Civil War Re-enactment Living History

Elk Horn, Iowa

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Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

Civil War Reenactment

Virginia City, Nevada

The reenactment covers Civil War reenactments of train battles, in which the train out of…

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A place to slow down.

Not every stop needs to be busy to be worth your time.

Civil War Social

Canfield, Ohio

Enjoy period games and live music, just as folks living during the Civil War era…

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The road is the experience.

Getting there is often the point, not just the outcome.

Colonial Living Week

Burlington, North Carolina

This is a five-day living history program that offers a unique look at home and…

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A place to slow down.

Not every stop needs to be busy to be worth your time.

Commemorations of the Civil War Battle of Lone Jack

Lone Jack, Missouri

A two-day event honoring those killed in the battle (approx. 169). The cemetery is here…

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Take the long way.

The best parts of the trip are usually the ones you didn't plan.

Confederate History Weekend

Prairie Grove

Confederate History Weekend takes place Saturday at Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park in Prairie Grove.…

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Leave room for the unexpected.

The best parts of a trip rarely show up on an itinerary.

Conneaut Annual D-Day Reenactment

Conneaut, Ohio

Watch as the American Troops storm the beaches of "Normandy". The high grassy banks at…

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Dalton Defender Days

Coffeyville, Kansas

This year's festival will feature the famous Dalton Raid reenactments, Heart of the Heartland Train…

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Make time for quiet places.

Not every destination needs noise to be meaningful.

Davis County Third Annual Civil War Re-enactment

Bloomfield, Iowa

Learn about the October 12, 1864 guerrilla raid into Davis County, believed to be the…

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Take the long way.

The best parts of the trip are usually the ones you didn't plan.

Dillinger Days 1934 Street Festival

Tucson, Arizona

Dramatic re-enactments of the 1934 capture of "public enemy number one," John Dillinger, staged at…

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The road is the experience.

Getting there is often the point, not just the outcome.

Dillon House Victorian Tea

Fremont, Ohio

One of Fremont's finest examples of Victorian-era architecture is the setting for a formal tea.…

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Dog Hollow Rendezvous

Oskaloosa, Iowa

Rendezvous means gathering, and men and women who live and demonstrate the skills of the…

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Pause when it feels right.

Some stops aren't on the map, but they're worth taking.

Dripping Springs Rendezvous

Okmulgee, Oklahoma

1830s reenactment with primitive skills demonstrations, a black powder shoot, bow shoot and crafts. https://www.facebook.com/DrippingSpringsMountainManRendezvous/

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More road, less rush.

There's no need to hurry through something worth experiencing.

Drums Along the Maumee

Perrysburg, Ohio

See and hear fife and drum corps from across the country play military music from…

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Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

Drums at the Rapids - Miniature War Gaming Conference

Perrysburg, Ohio

Fight epic battles on a small scale Friday and Saturday in the Visitor Center when…

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Early Settlers' Day

Cottonwood, Arizona

Experience life in the times of the early Verde Valley settlers thru hands-on demonstrations, entertainment…

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A place to slow down.

Not every stop needs to be busy to be worth your time.

Election Day

Urbandale, Iowa

Enjoy politicking in 19th-century style, as Walnut Hill gets ready to elect a new mayor.…

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A place to slow down.

Not every stop needs to be busy to be worth your time.

Fair at New Boston

Springfield, Ohio

Step 200 years back in time at the Annual Fair at New Boston. This nationally…

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Take the long way.

The best parts of the trip are usually the ones you didn't plan.

Fall Civilian Living History Program

Four Oaks, North Carolina

Costumed interpreters demonstrate a variety of mid-19th-century domestic skills-open hearth cooking, sewing, natural dyeing, and…

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Find your way.

There's no single right route, just the one that fits you.

Fall Open House/Civil War Re-enactment

Mullica Hill, New Jersey

The Mullica Hill Merchants Associations ask you to step back in time as you experience…

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Somewhere between here and nowhere.

The spaces in between are often the most memorable.

First Siege 1813 and Memorial Day

Perrysburg, Ohio

The British are coming! United States and British soldiers and Woodland Indians re-create historic 1813…

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Keep moving.

Even slow progress opens up new places and perspectives.

First Steps into The Louisiana Purchase

Charleston

Nov. 16 will be the dedcation of interpretive site to comemorate Lewis and Clark's first…

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Pause when it feels right.

Some stops aren't on the map, but they're worth taking.

Forrest-Streight Raid - A Civil War Battle & Living History

Blountsville, Alabama

The Blountsville Historical Society & Clanton's Brigade of Forrest's Cavalry Corps invite you to a…

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Pause when it feels right.

Some stops aren't on the map, but they're worth taking.

Fort Dobbs Winter on the Western Frontier

Statesville, North Carolina

Set on an open hilltop, the military post at Fort Dobbs was a cold, lonely…

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A place to slow down.

Not every stop needs to be busy to be worth your time.

Fort Seward Wagon Train

Jamestown, North Dakota

The Fort Seward Wagon Train embarks every year from Fort Seward in Jamestown on a…

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Worth the stop.

Some places don't need much time, just the right moment.

Fort Stevenson Frontier Military Days

Garrison, North Dakota

Living history demonstrations with military encampment and maneuvers. Skills and crafts of the Indian Wars…

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Simple trips are often the best.

You don't need much for a place to leave an impression.

Fort Washita Fur Trade Era Rendezvous

Durant, Oklahoma

An 1820-1840 fur trade era of the American West is depicted at this annual event.…

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Let the road decide.

Plans are useful, but flexibility is where the real discoveries happen.

Freedom Festival

Osawatomie, Kansas

The Freedom Festival features a re-enactment of the Battle of Osawatomie, where John Brown and…

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Go a little further.

The next turn is often where things start to get interesting.

Frontier Candlelight Tour

Fort Scott, Kansas

Experience 30 years of history by candlelight. Over 100 reenactors bring Fort Scott to life…

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Keep it easy.

The best days usually come without pressure or overplanning.

Gahanna 1911 Day

Gahanna, Ohio

Join the Gahanna Parks and Recreation Department and the Gahanna Historical Society in discovering what…

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Gatalop at Fort Gaines

Dauphin Island, Alabama

The Barony of the Osprey - " Society for Creative Anachronism presents Gatalop XXVII at…

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Stay curious.

A small detour can turn into something worth remembering.

Grassy Run Hertiage Rendezvous

Williamsburg, Ohio

Come join the Grassy Run Historical Arts Committee and take part in the most unique…

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Gunfighters & Can Can Dancers

Abilene, Kansas

Come out to Old Abilene Town on the weekends to see the Gunfighters & Can…

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Gunfighters - 2016

Abilene, Kansas

Come out to Old Abilene Town on the weekends to see the Gunfighters in action!!…

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Gunfighters - 2016

Abilene, Kansas

Come out to Old Abilene Town on the weekends to see the Gunfighters in action!!…

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Hashknife Pony Express Ride

Payson, Arizona

Beginning in historic Holbrook, the horseback mail route covers over 200 miles from the majestic…

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Hayes Civil War Encampment

Fremont, Ohio

Mark the birthday of Ohio Civil War hero and 19th U.S. President Rutherford B. Hayes…

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Helldorado Days

Tombstone, Arizona

In July 1881, a disgruntled miner writes the Tombstone Nugget newspaper stating that instead of…

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Heritage Days

Laurie, Missouri

Heritage Days will feature the plainsmen with reenactment of earlier days in the prairie. Food…

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What you carry matters less than what you notice.

Heritage Outbound Adventure

Washburn, North Dakota

Winter encampment. Participants will camp outside of Fort Mandan like visitors to Fort Mandan 200…

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High Noon "Big" Gunfight

Dodge City, Kansas

For over 20 years the Boot Hill Gunfighters have been producing the annual “Big” Gunfight.…

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Highlights in History

Fort Scott, Kansas

This Memorial Day weekend, you and your family are invited to visit Fort Scott National…

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Historic Fall Trade Faire at Fort Piqua

Piqua, Ohio

Participate in autumnal festivities, and interact with trades-people and characters from the mid 18th to…

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Historic Granbury Gunslingers

Granbury, Texas

On the Historic Square, gunfights occur the 2nd Saturday of each month and during special…

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Historic Soldiers Weekend

Burlington, New Jersey

Living history weekend, encampment with more than 300 re-enactors portraying a timeline of U.S. Military…

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History Alive!

Williston, North Dakota

History Alive! performances featuring the 1880s editor of the Badlands Cow Boy, A.T. Packard, at…

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History Alive! Madame de Morès

Medora, North Dakota

Can you imagine a French noblewoman hunting and shooting with the best of them on…

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History Alive! The Marquis de Morès

Medora, North Dakota

Meet Medora's most controversial figure! Local actor, Lance Rustand, brings the Marquis de Morès to…

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Hollenberg Pony Express Festival

Hanover, Kansas

Enjoy family friendly games and demonstrations of period skills and crafts. Demonstrators include rope makers,…

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Honey Springs Battle Reenactment

Checotah, Oklahoma

Reenactors (Union, Confederate or civilian) depict some phase of non-combat life during the Civil War.…

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The best parts of the trip are usually the ones you didn't plan.

Kiamichi River Rendezvous

Antlers, Oklahoma

Come see living history as reenactors of mountain men, trappers and craftsmen bring the pre-1840s…

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Labor Day Living History Weekend

Kearney, Nebraska

Re-enactment of Civil War camp and living conditions. 10am soldier revelry, 2pm Cannon firing. 9am-5pm.

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Labor Day Weekend Wagon Encampment

Baker City, Oregon

Currently closed for renovations. Please check back. Experience the food, music, stories, and activities of…

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Labors and Leisure on the Frontier at Fort Scott NHS

Fort Scott, Kansas

The three things that most attract visitors to Fort Scott—guns, horses, and guns— will be…

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Lamoni's Annual Civil War Days Reenactment & Living History

Lamoni, Iowa

Large, annual reenactment presents both military & civilian life in a picturesque, lake-side, rural setting…

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Lewis & Clark Heritage Days

St. Charles, Missouri

This authentic reenactment of Lewis and Clark's encampment in 1804 includes a parade, church service,…

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Lewis & Clark White Catfish Camp Living History Weekend

Council Bluffs, Iowa

Lewis & Clark programs, re-enactments, American Indian dance, children's activities, and authentic American Indian food.…

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Lewis and Clark Re-enactment/Old Fashioned Saturday Night

Geddes, South Dakota

Features a Lewis and Clark or 1850's fur trader re-enactment, plus other activities.

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Lincoln Reenactment

Lincoln, Kansas

28th annual REENACTMENT SCHEDULE, FEB 9 & 10, 2018 Featuring the 1858 Lincoln/Douglas Debates and…

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Living History at the Presidio

Tucson, Arizona

Celebrate Tucson's history, from the Presidio era to the Territorial period, with living history, drama,…

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Living History Day

Fort Stockton

Relive the history of the 1800s with a military re-enactment, blacksmithing, soap making, trick roper,…

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Living History Days

Nebraska City, Nebraska

These four fall weekends give visitors a chance to step back in time. While visiting…

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Living History Encampment

Bennington, Vermont

A Living History Encampment will take place on the grounds of the Monument. Drill presentations,…

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Living History Program & Artillery Demonstration

Four Oaks, North Carolina

Costumed interpreters demoonstrate Civil War era activities of soldiers and civilians, including a civil war…

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Living History Reenactment: Five Forks

Westminster, Maryland

Throughout the day Reenactors in full costume will demonstrate infantry drilling, artillery firing and camp…

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Living History Week

Baxter Springs, Kansas

6 outdoor venues, Native-American Indian, Western, frontier, log cabin, covered wagon, Civil War, 40 costumed…

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Living History, Muster on the Tallapoosa

Alexander City, Alabama

The Annual "Muster on the Tallapoosa" begins at 9:00 am. Features various activities during the…

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Memorial Day Living History Weekend

Kearney, Nebraska

A weekend filled with demonstrations and an 1860s soldier and civilian encampment. Sat-Sun, 9am-5pm; Mon,…

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Mexican War Encampment

Fort Gibson, Oklahoma

Fort Gibson Historic Site. Living history demonstrations involving camp life, drill, and garrison duties.

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Middle Boggy Creek Reenactment

Atoka, Oklahoma

A re-enactment of the Battle of Middle Boggy is hosted every 3rd year by the…

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You don't need much for a place to leave an impression.

Military Through the Ages

Fayetteville, North Carolina

See how military dress, discipline, weaponry and technology have evolved from early America to present…

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Morgan County Rendezvous at Burr Oak State Park

Glouster, Ohio

Come to the Burr Oak Group Camp Area to see a historic reenactment of rural…

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Muster on the Maumee

Perrysburg, Ohio

See the evolution of the common soldier from the Romans through modern day wars. Soldiers,…

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National Day of the Cowboy - 2016

Abilene, Kansas

Dust off your hat!! Come and Celebrate the day of the Cowboy!! Stagecoach rides, gunfighters,…

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National Pony Express Reride Across Nebraska

Gothenburg, Nebraska

Riders will gallop across the state carrying personal mail and commemorative letters. Watch the riders…

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New Jersey Frontier Guard Encampment

Oxford, New Jersey

The New Jersey Frontier Guard returns to the Pequest Heritage Festival to offer assistance and…

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Old Capitol Days Civil War Encampment

Springfield, Illinois

Authentic Civil War camps, period music, and living history programs will highlight Old Capitol Days.

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You don't need much for a place to leave an impression.

Olustee Battle Reenactment

Sanderson, Florida

Olustee Battle Reenactment at Olustee Battlefield Historic State Park. A Civil War Battle Reenactment Friday…

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Overmountain Victory Trail Encampment

Marion, North Carolina

Part of the National Historic Trail marking march from Abingdon, VA to Kings Mountain, SC…

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Pahrump Gunfighters Old West Reenactment

Pahrump, Nevada

Pahrump Gunfihters are an old west re-enactment group bringing old west skits out to the…

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Pioneers of Sawmill Creek Rendezvous

Huron, Ohio

See an 18th century rendezvous with tepees, Native American crafts, traders and music all set…

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A place to slow down.

Not every stop needs to be busy to be worth your time.

Plainsmen Black Powder Club Rendezvous

Kindred, North Dakota

We are having a living history event on May 19th-21st, 2017. We are a historical…

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Pony Express Days

Fountain Hills, Arizona

For 50 years the Navajo County Hashknife Sheriff’s Posse with up to 30 riders participating,…

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The best parts of the trip are usually the ones you didn't plan.

Pony Express Re-ride

Carson City, Nevada

Each June, members of the National Pony Express Association recreate the Pony Express in a…

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Pony Express Reride - Horton KS

Horton, Kansas

Each year the National Pony Express Association has made the run between St. Joseph, MO…

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Red River Encampments

Lawton, Oklahoma

Held each spring and fall at the Museum of the Great Plains, visitors take a…

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Red River Encampments

Lawton, Oklahoma

Held each spring and fall at the Museum of the Great Plains, visitors take a…

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Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

Reenactment of the Battle of Guilford Courthouse

Greensboro, North Carolina

Anniversary Commemoration of the March 15, 1781 battle between Revolutionary forces of General Nathanael Greene…

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Reenactment of the Battle of Olustee

Olustee, Florida

Florida's largest Civil War Battle. Authentic camps, artillery, Sutlers, demonstrations and Battle Reenactment. Handicap Accessibility

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A place to slow down.

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Revolutionary War Battle Reenactment at House in the Horseshoe

Sanford, North Carolina

Relive the Revolutionary War skirmish that left bullet holes throughout the home of Whig Colonel…

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Revolutionary War Living History Day

Hillsborough, North Carolina

Renactment of Lord Cornwallis in Hillsborough. 10 am - 4 pm. I-40 Exit 261 or…

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Revolutionary War Weekend

St. Albans, Vermont

Dressed in period attire, Revolutionary War re-enactors representing both Colonial and British troops set up…

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Rock Creek Trail Days

Fairbury, Nebraska

The first weekend in June gives locals and visitors a chance to travel back in…

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Society of Creative Anachronisms

Bottineau, North Dakota

Step back into medieval times and take in historic weapon demonstrations at the park.

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Special Night Tours of Fort Concho

San Angelo, Texas

Experience history in a new light as Fort Concho offers a special night tour of…

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Spring Fling

Kings Mountain, North Carolina

Civil War Period Re-enactors Camped out at the Museum Commons.10:00 - 5:00.

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Spring Militia Muster

Sanford, North Carolina

Demonstrations will include artillery and musket firings, pottery making, weaving, period medical/doctor, butter churning, music,…

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St. Albans Raid

St. Albans, Vermont

Join us for the 150th anniversary of the US Civil War Raid. This was the…

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Stanly-Spaight Duel Reenactment

New Bern, North Carolina

On September 5th, 1802, a prominent New Bern lawyer met his political rival, a former…

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Statehood Celebration

Guthrie, Oklahoma

Annual student re-enactment of the inauguration of Oklahoma's first governor, Charles N. Haskell, and the…

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Stone House Memory Walk at Salt Fork State Park

Lore City, Ohio

Come to Salt Fork State Park's Kennedy Stone House and visit the Stone House Museum…

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Student Living History

Kingfisher, Oklahoma

Demonstrations for school classes, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. * Open to all schools on…

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Those moments tend to matter more than the planned ones.

Summer Seasonal Living History Program & Artillery Demonstration

Four Oaks, North Carolina

Costumed interpreters demonstrate Civil War era activities of soldiers and civilians, including a civil war…

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Take the long way.

The best parts of the trip are usually the ones you didn't plan.

Taste of History

Lynnville, Iowa

Historical demonstrations, buckskinners camp, tractor show, ice cream social, old-time craft demonstrations. Visit the Wagaman…

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The road is the experience.

Getting there is often the point, not just the outcome.

Tenting at the Statehouse...A Civil War Encampment

Columbus, Ohio

Walk among soldier's tents. Help fire cannon every hour, watch the Battery Surgeon treat wounds…

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Territorial Days

Tombstone, Arizona

A Celebration of Arizona’s Military and Cultural History 1863-1912 Save the date for Tombstone, AZ’s…

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Territorial Militia Muster at Fort Osage

Sibley, Missouri

Be a witness to history as the officers train the soldiers and civilian militia in…

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The best parts of a trip rarely show up on an itinerary.

The 20th Century Colonial Trade Fair at the Mill

Loudonville, Ohio

Remembering and honoring practices of times gone by continues to be a time honored and…

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The Battle of Newton

Newton, Alabama

The Battle of Newton is a re-enactment of the 1865 skirmish in which soldiers from…

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The Drums of August: A Civil War Reenactment

Bath, Ohio

One of the largest Civil War reenactments in Ohio, hundreds of Civil War enthusiasts establish…

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The Fight for Texas County

Houston, Missouri

This event is a MCWRA MAX EFFORT Civil War reenactment. The event will feature mock…

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The Great Freedom Bank Robbery and Shootout

Freedom, Oklahoma

"Held on Saturday during the Freedom Rodeo and Old Cowhand Reunion" Freedom, Oklahoma, with its…

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The Retreat From Canada: Revolutionary War Encampment

Burlington, Vermont

On the 7th of May, 1776 the bulk of the American Northern Army retreated from…

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Three Island Crossing Reenactment and Art Show

Glenns Ferry, Idaho

The Glenns Ferry community sponsors the Three Island Crossing reenactment the second Saturday of each…

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Trails of Hope

Columbus, Ohio

Historic re-enactments depicting the struggles for freedom on the Underground Railroad. Second Sundays, see website…

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Worth the stop.

Some places don't need much time, just the right moment.

Trails of Hope

Columbus, Ohio

Historical re-enactments depicting the struggles for freedom on the Underground Railroad. Second Sundays, see website…

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Stay a little longer.

Rushing through a place rarely does it justice.

Vigilante Days

Tombstone, Arizona

Features gunfight re-enactment shows, 1880's fashion shows, kids games, a 10-kilometer run, concert, chili cook-off,…

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The road is the experience.

Getting there is often the point, not just the outcome.

Walk Back in Time

Mexico, Missouri

Reverse Timeline Camps with live music and demonstrations: 1940s WWII, 1880s West, 1860s Civil War,…

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Not every place needs a reason.

Sometimes it's enough just to be there.

Walk Through Historic Greenlawn Cemetery

Milford, Ohio

The Greater Milford Area Historical Society is pleased to salute many of the over 150…

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War for Empire

Statesville, North Carolina

In Fort Dobbs’ largest event of the year, join soldiers, American Indians and civilians from…

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War of 1812 Reenactment

Geneva, Ohio

The home of Colonel Robert Harper is the place and time for the annual encampment…

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War of 1812 Reenactment

Geneva, Ohio

The War of 1812 Reenactment at Shandy Hall.  This Western Reserve Historical Society property is…

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Wild Bill Hickok in Hays City

Hays, Kansas

You will find Wild Bill and Miss Agnes (Dave Wood & Dena Drummond) in person…

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Wild West Weekend

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Join Willi's Territorial Rough Riders for a fun-filled weekend of robberies and shoot-outs as Ushers…

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World War II Reenactment

Geneva, Ohio

Allied Forces, Airmen and German reenactors engage in a spectacular battle, complete with small arms…

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