Day 322 War of 1812 Militia Encampment in Wareham MA

Enjoy a re-enactment of soldiers from the Revolutionary War and the War of 1812 in Wareham on Saturday June 14th and Sunday June 15th . There will be re-enactments, traditional music, food vendors and more! A great way to sharing history with your kids!

Redcoats & Residents — Militia Encampment

DATE: Saturday, June 14, 2014
TIME: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
LOCATION: Wareham Historic District Area, Upper Main Street; Town Green; Tremont Nail Factory area

Join soldiers from the Revolutionary War and the War of 1812 for an exciting day of history fun! See how the early American and British Troops built their camps, cooked their food and prepared for battle. Participate in the Living History activities and watch the Period Crafters’ demonstrations. Wagon rides, military drills and a mock battle will take place. Traditional music from the New Bedford Sea Chantey Chorus, the Jolly Rogues and others will add to the festivities. Food vendors will be on hand to round out this perfect family day! Period Dress is encouraged. There will be a special USPS Cancellation Postmark commemorating the event as well as collectible cache envelopes at a nominal fee available at the Methodist Meeting House, Main Street.

 

 

DATE: Sunday, June 15, 2014
TIME: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Start the day with a period Church Service on the Town Green.  After the services, head down to Besse Park for the re-enactment of the Battle of 1812 when Wareham was attacked by the British warship, the HMS Nimrod.

 

War of 1812 Attack Re-Enactment

DATE: Sunday, June 15, 2014
TIME: 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
LOCATION: Besse Park, Lower Main Street

Two hundred years ago, Wareham was attacked by the British warship, the HMS Nimrod. Head down to Besse Park to watch Wareham’s brave Minutemen and Militia Companies take on the British forces in this historic re-enactment. Music will be provided by the Wareham Fife and Drum Corps, and food vendors will be on hand to make this a great family event.