Platteville Historic Re-enactment 2026
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The annual Platteville Historic Re-enactment September 11-13 will celebrate its 287th year of hands-on, living history celebrations!
The three-day Platteville Historic Re-enactment showcases the history of America’s Upper Mississippi Valley from the mid-1700s to 1840, featuring educators, artisans, and re-enactors taking part in a diverse encampment welcoming some 3,000 visitors per year. With one full day focused on welcoming schools and two days welcoming the general public, Historic Re-enactment is one of the most popular attractions of Dairy Days weekend each September.
The presenters of this event create a camp in Mound View Park and take special pride in its educational and participatory spirit. Each of nearly 30 camp sites represents a team of historians and educators who focus on a particular historical theme. Some have participated since the inaugural event, with additional presenters bringing freshness and expanded interpretation with each passing year.
There is no admission fee, but free-will donations are encouraged and a silent auction for hand-crafted history-related items will be held.
Camp Hours:
- 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, September 11 (emphasizes student tours for schools)
- 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, September 12
- 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, September 13
Location:
The Historic Re-enactment is held at Mound View Park in Platteville, located on the city’s northeast side at the intersection of Madison Street and Broadway Street (County Road B).
For more information and classroom teaching materials to complement your visit to the Platteville Historic Re-enactment, see www.mining.jamison.museum/hr. To book a school field trip, contact the Platteville Regional Chamber at (608) 348-8888.
We look forward to seeing you!
The three-day Platteville Historic Re-enactment showcases the history of America’s Upper Mississippi Valley from the mid-1700s to 1840, featuring educators, artisans, and re-enactors taking part in a diverse encampment welcoming some 3,000 visitors per year. With one full day focused on welcoming schools and two days welcoming the general public, Historic Re-enactment is one of the most popular attractions of Dairy Days weekend each September.
The presenters of this event create a camp in Mound View Park and take special pride in its educational and participatory spirit. Each of nearly 30 camp sites represents a team of historians and educators who focus on a particular historical theme. Some have participated since the inaugural event, with additional presenters bringing freshness and expanded interpretation with each passing year.
There is no admission fee, but free-will donations are encouraged and a silent auction for hand-crafted history-related items will be held.
Camp Hours:
- 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, September 11 (emphasizes student tours for schools)
- 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, September 12
- 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, September 13
Location:
The Historic Re-enactment is held at Mound View Park in Platteville, located on the city’s northeast side at the intersection of Madison Street and Broadway Street (County Road B).
For more information and classroom teaching materials to complement your visit to the Platteville Historic Re-enactment, see www.mining.jamison.museum/hr. To book a school field trip, contact the Platteville Regional Chamber at (608) 348-8888.
We look forward to seeing you!
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Where is it happening?
Mound View Park, Mitchell Hollow Rd,Platteville, Wisconsin, United States
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