Colonial Times

A Day to Remember

For 30 years, the Living History Park has brought our colonial past (from 1735 to 1785) come to life through demonstrations and living exhibits. Reenactors will be available for demonstrations and to answer questions throughout the park. Play colonial games, sing songs, and sample baked goods! Try your hand at colonial dancing or see if you are fit to join the militia! Featured attractions will include apothecary skills, pottery, weaving and spinning, candle making, butter churning, musket firing demonstrations, gunsmithing, blacksmithing, needlework, woodworking, and smoking/curing meat. Be sure to stop by and visit with the Indian traders, the baker, potter, backwoodsmen, milliner, tavern keeper, and the sutlers on Sutlers Row. Stop in to the Village Mercantile and New Windsor Cabinet shop to see the lathe that was used in the movie The Patriot.

What to Expect

We are always adding new experiences to our program. No two events are the same.

Several special guests from the colonial era will be there with our village regulars. The ever popular, rat catcher, will be roaming the park while Ben Franklin and his wife will be giving presentations in the red barn. Be sure to watch one of the mesmerizing performances by Peter Gardiner, the 18th Century Conjurer. Check the event brochure to see what special guests will be there.

Demonstrations

Throughout the park you will find historical reenactors demonstrating what life was like between 1735-1785 in this area. You can try your hand at many things like Colonial dancing or marching in the militia.

Trades Faire

The Colonial Trades Fair features local and regional artists who demonstrate their crafts and have items available for sale.

Food & Drink

When you get hungry, The Marine Corp Auxiliary will be selling lunch, snacks, and refreshments at the Ordinary. You can also find contemporary versions of 18th century colonists’ favorite confections and a few more modern desserts at The Sweet Shoppe.