On Grand Illumination weekend, the wreaths at Colonial Williamsburg are put up by 12:30 PM. It happens the same time every year, which is the first Saturday in December, that is just the start of the weekend festivities. There are... Continue Reading →
Women's Contributions & Challenges of the Civil War: Mentoring Weekend Museum: DANIEL LADY FARM Where: GETTYSBURG, PA WHEN: JUNE 10-12, 2016 WEATHER: CHANCE OF RAIN My sister and I came across this event through some facebook friends and other facebook pages... Continue Reading →
My time at the Battle of New Market Battlefield for their annual Reenactment was worth it. I left knowing a lot more about the battle than when I came. I still have a lot more to learn about this particular... Continue Reading →
For those who are new to the hobby it can be overwhelming when it comes to clothing. So do your research before going to reenactments and especially before you go to Fort Frederick's 18th Century Market Faire. And of course remember... Continue Reading →
If you are someone who is interested in living history or reenacting but aren't sure which time period(s) you would like to portray. A Military Thru the Ages maybe the type of event(s) you are looking for. I first started... Continue Reading →
This year marks the 150th Anniversary of the Battle of Antietam. What better way to celebrate the lives that were lost, than walking in their foot steps? Battle Reenactments There were two battle reenactments held this year one during the... Continue Reading →
I love a good ghost story especially during this time of year. Granted when I was little I used to hate Halloween, but now as an adult I love it. Does anyone have a really good ghost story? Let see... Continue Reading →
Recently the Living History Podcast saw the living history and reenacting community in a new light then what they are used to. Within this podcast they will compare the 300th Anniversary of Needham, MA and the Battle of Gettysburg... Continue Reading →
Gettysburg Civil War Reenactment Date: July 1 - 3, 1863 Confederate: 75,000 Union: 97,000 Total Casualties: 51,000 Cost: $15 Child | $30 Adult | $10 extra for bleachers Articles: Living History Podcast | Gettysburg Daily | Civil War Librarian | Skirmish... Continue Reading →
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