Living History
HISTORY ALIVE!
Fort Ligonier comes to life daily (June 1 – mid-October) with costumed historical interpreters leading a variety of educational and entertaining programs with interactive activities for all ages.
History Alive! portrays the ordinary men and women who fought and lived at Fort Ligonier during the Forbes Campaign of 1758. Engage with our interpreters and learn about the responsibilities of British soldiers at a frontier military outpost while defending the Fort from the French and their Native American allies. Discover how women earned a living following the British army by doing laundry, nursing, and other necessary tasks to keep the soldiers clean and healthy.
“History Alive!” is made possible by Americana Corner’s Preserving America Partners program.
18th Century Artisans and Tradesmen on History Alive! Weekends
June 6-7, 2026 – 42nd Royal Highland Regiment of Foote
June 13-14, 2026 – Penny Rivers Millinery & Mantua Maker's Shop
June 20-21, 2026 – Meet The Sheep
June 27-28, 2026 – The Canadian Milice Fur Trade
July 11-12, 2026 – Forbes Road Frolic
July 18-19, 2026 – Colonial Baker Ed Tutino
July 25-26, 2026 – Hot Dip Tin
August 1-2, 2026 – Meet an Armorer and a French Marine
August 22-23, 2026 – Silent Hunters of the 18th Century
August 15-16, 2026 – Meet the Sheep!
August 29-30, 2026 – Stone House History
September 5-6, 2026 – Shoemaker Matt Schlicksup
September 19-20, 2026 – Stone Forge and Tissage
September 26-27, 2026 – 60th Royal American Regiment
October 17-18, 2026 – Geo. Franks, Hatter, Authentically Recreated Historical Hats
About Americana Corner’s Preserving America Partners
Americana Corner is an online resource dedicated to sharing the incredible story of our country’s founding era through its formative first century.By fostering collaborative partnerships through the Preserving America Partners program, Americana Corner aims to reinforce the legacy of our nation’s past while inspiring future generations to engage with history in meaningful ways.
Americana Corner's Preserving America Partners program generously sponsors History Alive!
Annual 18th Century
Military Encampment Weekends
Don’t miss these exciting annual events when the historic site comes to life with artillery firings, marching and drills, and more!