Aug 1 – America’s 250th anniversary events

Free all-day living history encampment to remember local leaders from the time of the Revolution. Reenactors recreate daily life as soldiers and civilians, often using period-accurate tents, cooking gear, & demonstrations like open-fire cooking or blacksmithing.

Saturday August 1st Event Banner

St. John’s Park includes the 1845 old St. John’s Church plus acres of land that once was used by General Lafayette & 5000 soldiers in the War for Independence in 1781.

Fun for the Whole Family

Meet costumed characters from the past!

Learn about the Founding Fathers who gave birth to our nation, and especially patriots from Louisa and this region.

Revolutionary War Artifacts and Rifles

See original artifacts from the Revolution, including a chair used by Lafayette and the Continental Congress.