About Mississinewa 1812 . . .

Mississinewa 1812 is the largest War of 1812 living history event in the United States.  sponsored by the Mississinewa Battlefield Society, it is a historical commemoration of the Battle of Mississinewa fought here on December 17-18, 1812.  It is a step back in time to 1812.

Military Encampments.  Time travel through the days of the War of 1812 in the British and American military camp viewing the daily life of the War of 1812 soldier.  Take a special tour of the British field camp.  Ongoing demonstrations also include field drill, artillery firing, musket and rifle drill, battlefield medicine and surgery, and battle reenactments.

Indian Village.  The culture of the woodland Indian dominates the largest reconstructed woodland Indian village in the United States.  The picketed fort and the traditional long house are the center pieces for this glimpse of Indian life that has been on this site since 1752.  Storytellers will captivate you with their Native American legends.

Rivertown.  More than 140 merchants, artisans and food purveyors will delight you with their wares, demonstrations of 18th Century crafts, food and drink of 1812.  Rivertown offers reproductions of many 1812 necessities including fine yard goods, silver and tinware, pottery, muskets and candles.

Wilderness Area.  Life along the rivers and streams in 1812 is recreated in the longhunter, trapper, voyager, and wilderness camps along the river.   Each camp features ongoing demonstrations of fire starting, open firing cooking and storytelling in this unique display of wilderness life.  Don't be shy about inquiring into their lifestyle.

Food & Drink.  More than 20 Rivertown food purveyors offer 1812 delicious foods ranging from English trap pies, barbecued chops, bratwurst, ribs and chicken, hearty stews, baked potatoes, and French pastries to fry bread and ice cream.   The aroma will whet your appetite.

Traditional Crafts.  Stop and visit with any of Rivertown's early 18th Century master printers, gunsmiths, tinsmiths, silversmiths, soapmakers, potters, blacksmiths, weavers, and other traditional craftsmen.  All invite your questions.

Music, Song & Stories.  Rivertown is filled with ongoing performances of music, songs, and stories throughout the weekend.

Date:

October 10 - 12, 2008

General Information:
Hours:  Friday 9-4, Saturday 9-5, Sunday 9-4, Handicap Parking, Handicap Restrooms.  No Pets Allowed.  Assist. Animals Only. Free shuttle from Marion Justice Middle School.

Admission Prices:
Single Day tickets

 Adults (Ages 13 & over) $5.00 advance and $7.00 at gate.

Children (Ages 6-12) $3.00 advance and $4.00 at gate.