Living History

Living History

May 27, 2023 @ 8:00 am May 28, 2023 @ 5:00 pm

Experience the American Revolution at a Living History Event!

This US revolutionary war reenactment offers all the sights, smells, sounds, and tastes of the 18th century. Reenactors bring history to life during this unforgettable weekend.

Authentic battle enactments are held several times during the event. Food from the era is prepared over open fires and merchant tents offer 18th-century wares. All-day entertainment includes period music, children’s games, storytellers, oxen demonstrations, and more.

2nd & Willow Streets
Vincennes, Indiana 47591 United States
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Can’t Miss May Events

Flowers are blooming, trees are turning green, and our calendars are filling up with events! Although Knox County always stays busy during the cooler months, the summer is when it really shines. With something happening nearly every weekend, there is no shortage of things to do!
Keep reading to find out about just a few of the events happening in Knox County this month!


Living History

October 15, 2022 @ 10:00 am 5:00 pm

Join the Indiana Military Museum as they honor the veterans and casualties of the Vietnam War. See living history displays, reenactments, and memorabilia. Huey Helicopter rides will be available through the Indiana Search and Rescue Association, fees apply.

Event Schedule

9am Gates Open

10am Huey Helicopter arrives with Sgt. Davis

10:30am Huey rides begin and Sgt. Davis signs copies of his book

2:30pm Battle scenario for public, includes Huey battlefield extraction

715 S 6th St
Vincennes, IN 47591 United States
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812-882-1941
https://www.indianamilitarymuseum.com

Living History

September 3, 2022 @ 8:00 am September 4, 2022 @ 5:00 pm

Join us in one of the premier annual events as we honor the veterans of WWII. We will have speeches, vendors, food, and reenactments. Check our Facebook page for the most up-to-date information about this event.

715 S 6th St
Vincennes, IN 47591 United States
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812-882-1941
https://www.indianamilitarymuseum.com

Living History

May 29, 2022 @ 9:00 am 5:00 pm

Take a step back in time and surround yourself with the sights, smells, sounds, and tastes of the American Revolutionary War period during the Spirit of Vincennes Rendezvous! Held on Saturday, May 28, and Sunday, May 29 (Memorial Day Weekend) at the French Commons (w/15+ acres of parking) festival-goers can enjoy authentic food prepared over open fires and browse through merchant tents that offer goods relative to the time period. A continuous lineup of entertainment is offered including battle re-enactments, period music, oxen, children’s games, storytellers, and more. Online tickets are available for purchase on Eventbrite.

For more information about the Rendezvous—including the full schedule of events, lodging, & where to purchase tickets—CLICK HERE.

2nd & Willow Streets
Vincennes, Indiana 47591 United States
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Living History

May 28, 2022 @ 9:00 am 6:00 pm

Take a step back in time and surround yourself with the sights, smells, sounds, and tastes of the American Revolutionary War period during the Spirit of Vincennes Rendezvous! Held on Saturday, May 28, and Sunday, May 29 (Memorial Day Weekend) at the French Commons (w/15+ acres of parking) festival-goers can enjoy authentic food prepared over open fires and browse through merchant tents that offer goods relative to the time period. A continuous lineup of entertainment is offered including battle re-enactments, period music, oxen, children’s games, storytellers, and more. Online tickets are available for purchase on Eventbrite.

For more information about the Rendezvous—including the full schedule of events, lodging, & where to purchase tickets—CLICK HERE.

2nd & Willow Streets
Vincennes, Indiana 47591 United States
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Living History

May 7, 2022 @ 9:00 am 5:00 pm

The Indiana Military Museum will host a WWII Living History Event on behalf of the Danville Illinois reenactment group. The event will feature battle reenactments, artillery and weapons demonstrations, outdoor displays and a WWII encampment. Visit the Indiana Military Museum website or Facebook page for updates and schedule of events.

715 S 6th St
Vincennes, IN 47591 United States
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812-882-1941
https://www.indianamilitarymuseum.com

Living History

March 9, 2022 @ 7:00 pm 9:00 pm

A visit of an hour to an hour and a half would include stories of the Roosevelt children in the white house, stories of days as a cowboy, stories of overcoming disabilities and sickness, and maybe even how the Teddy Bear got its name. There was so much more to Theodore Roosevelt and his presidency. His life was one big adventure and he went after everything as if a knight on a quest. His legacy is more than the national park system and conservation matters. Gib Young of Huntington, Indiana has been bringing the most interesting and most active President in our history to life before children from Boston to Seattle.

Mr. Young has performed at hundreds of venues including The White House, Mt. Rushmore National Memorial, Devils Tower National Monument, The JFK Library, The Smithsonian Museum of American History, The Lincoln Boyhood Home, The Lincoln Home National Historic Site, Women’s Rights National Historical Park in New York, The Grand Canyon Nation Park, and George Washington’s Mt. Vernon as well as scores of schools.

Free
421 North 6th Street
Vincennes, Indiana 47591 United States
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