In celebrating the bicentennial of Pride & Prejudice, the Friends of Crysler's Farm have added the Netherfield Country Ball to their annual commemorations of a battle that saved Canada.Following the evening battle, reenactors, Janeites and English Country dancers are invited to a Regency ball inside Upper Canada Village.Michel Landry will call, while Rufty Tufty provides live music.The ball is free to…See More
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"Hi Simon,
Yes, I agree with you. The more descendants of former residents and combatants we can identify the more exciting the photo op will be. At the moment, the timing for this get-together has been set for Saturday 13 July at 1pm at the UEL Tent…"
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There has been some talk among the organizers of the Bicentennial Crysler's Farm battle re-enactment to assemble as many descendants of Crysler, Fetterley and other families residing near the battlefield in 1813, as well as…"
Dr. Elaine Keillor, adjunct professor at the University of Ottawa's School of Music, will present on music in Canada during the War of 1812. Dinner & 1812 will feature the fine cooking of Hamish at the pub as well as something fun related to the War of 1812. Join us for dinner or a drink, but be sure to reserve your space each month in advance - as there are only 20 spaces available. Call the Red George at +1.613.925.8800 to save your place. See More
Brockville’s only serious military conflict during the War of 1812 was more or less a skirmish some 200 years ago on February 7th 1813, known as Forsyth’s Raid. A plaque on Brockville’s waterfront, situated near Ernie Quay Drive, provides a brief summary of the raid. On Saturday February 9th, 2013, two military units known as the Grenville Militia and the Forsyth’s Militia will reenact the skirmish around 1:00 pm along Broad street. The military re-enactors will converge at the Brockville…See More
With an aim of engaging new audiences in history, the Heritage Fair invites Regency re-enactors, English Country Dancers, Janeites and others to partake in living history. Programming includes: An English Country Dance WeekendA Guinness World Record AttemptWorkshops, such as Duelling 101, Dying in Battle, Period Cooking and How to Become an Accomplished LadyA SkirmishElection Re-enactment And MoreRe-enactors participating in the skirmish and offering an open camp experience will recieve meals,…See More