Experience colonial life at the Wentworth House!
Travel back in time to the American Revolution at the historic Colonel Paul Wentworth House in Rollinsford, NH. Experience the sights and sounds of the Revolutionary era will come to life at a colonial market fair with 18th century craftspeople at work, while the militia gathers to train in preparation for joining General Washington’s forces against the British.
At the market fair, artisans in colonial dress will demonstrate period crafts such as joinery, wood carving, blacksmithing, basket weaving, spinning, weaving, dress making, and hearth cooking. Meanwhile, militiamen will perform musket and artillery drills and firings, and will explain their weapons and equipment. Tours of the Wentworth House will also be available. This event is fantastic for all ages. Don’t miss it!
Market Fair: Colonial trades demonstrations: joinery, wood carving, blacksmithing, basket weaving, spinning, weaving, dress making, and hearth cooking.
Militia Muster & Artillery: Militia drills, musket firings, demonstrations of military equipment and camp life.
DATE: Saturday, October 22
TIME: 10:00 – 4:00
COST: $5. Free for children and ARCH members