The 1812 Fair and Reenactment

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In 1814, war reached the shores of Southern Maryland. At the mouth of St. Leonard Creek, on property that is now part of JPPM, Maryland’s largest naval engagement occurred. This living history event puts you in the middle of life in Southern Maryland during the early 1800s. Event features tactical demonstrations and reenactments, camp life, live entertainment, crafts, music and hands-on activities.

Step back in time with Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum to experience what life was like during the War of 1812. This two day spectacular event will feature battle reenactments, living history, music, dance, vendors, food, and much much more!  The event is free and open to the public.

The 1812 Fair and Reenactment

 

Schedule of Events (subject to change)
Saturday, June 21,2014

10:00 am- Event opens to the public

10:30 am- Brief overview of the War of 1812 Lecture (Pavilion) (Speaker TBD)

11:30 am- Tactical Demonstration

12:00 pm-Musical performance (Pavilion Stage)

12:30 pm-Historical Skit (Tent Stage)

1:00 pm-Music Performance (Pavilion Stage)

1:30 pm- Music performance (Tent Stage)

2:00 pm- Musical performance (Pavilion Stage)

2:30 pm- Historical Skit (Tent Stage)

3:00 pm-Tactical Demonstration

3:30 pm-Music Performance (Tent Stage)

4:00 pm- Clothing Lecture (Pavilion Stage)

6:00 pm- Musical performance and fireworks

 

Schedule of Events (subject to change)
Sunday, June 22,2014

10:00 am- Event opens to the public

11:00 pm-Musical performance and lecture (Pavilion Stage)

11:30 am- Lecture/Talk (Tent Stage)

12:00 pm-Musical performance (Pavilion Stage)

12:30 pm- Dance performance (Tent Stage)

1:00 pm- Musical performance and lecture (Pavilion Stage)

1:30 pm- Dance performance (Tent Stage)

2:00 pm- Tactical Demonstration

2:30 pm- Dance performance (Tent Stage)

3:00 pm-Music performance (Pavilion Stage)

 

Living history, encampments, demonstrations, educational and hands on activities, food, and exhibits available throughout both days.

To apply to be a reenactor for this event click here.

To apply to be a vendor, performer, or demonstrator for this event click here.

For questions, please contact Erin Atkinson at 410-586-8512 or erin.atkinson@maryland.gov.