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The Re-enactment of the Battle of Stoney Creek 2025 - Stoney Creek Ontario Canada
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The Re-enactment of the Battle of Stoney Creek 2025 will be held on Saturday, June 7th, and Sunday, June 8th, at Battlefield Park in Stoney Creek, Ontario, Canada.
Experience a pivotal moment in Canadian history at the 2025 Re-enactment of the Battle of Stoney Creek, hosted by Battlefield House Museum & Park, a designated National Historic Site. This free, family-friendly event offers an immersive journey into the War of 1812, commemorating the significant battle on June 6, 1813, where British forces secured a crucial victory over American troops. Battle Re-enactments: Witness dramatic recreations of the historic battle on Saturday at 3:30 pm and 8:30 pm and on Sunday at 2:00 pm. Drone Light Show: Experience a new addition this year—a drone light show on Saturday evening, depicting the site's history and honoring Indigenous contributions through the "Eagles Among Us" sculpture. Engage with Indigenous culture through a narrated 'Great Peace Game' of Haudenosaunee Lacrosse prior to each battle re-enactment on Saturday, along with traditional dances and storytelling. Explore 19th-century life with demonstrations of cooking, blacksmithing, dancing, and more. Interact with re-enactors portraying early 19th-century settlers and soldiers, providing insights into daily life during that era. Enjoy food vendors, period games, musical entertainment, and shopping among unique merchants. Tour the original Gage homestead, built in 1789, and visit the 100-foot-tall Battlefield Monument, opened in 1913. This annual event brings history to life and serves as an educational experience, highlighting the significance of the Battle of Stoney Creek in Canada's past. Whether you're a history enthusiast or looking for a unique weekend outing, this re-enactment offers a memorable way to connect with Canadian heritage. Saturday, June 7, 2025 (10:00 am – 10:00 pm) Sunday, June 8, 2025 (10:00 am – 4:30 pm) |
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Battlefield House Museum & Park National Historic Site, 77 King St W, Stoney Creek, ON L8G 1H9, Canada
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