Siege of Fort New Richmond | 247th Anniversary Reenactment
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⚜️Experience the sights and sounds of the American Revolution at the inaugural 247th Anniversary Siege of Fort New Richmond!
The LSU Rural Life Museum, in partnership with the Waldeck 3rd Regiment, invites you to commemorate Bernardo de Gálvez's 1779 capture of British-held Baton Rouge with an immersive weekend of Revolutionary War living history.
Explore 18th-century military and civilian life:
⚔️ Military drills and battle reenactments
🎻 Revolutionary-era dance and music
🔥 Open-hearth cooking demonstrations
🎲 Colonial games and pastimes
🕯️ Living history demonstrations featuring candle making, butter making, laundry washing, and more
🪶A closer look at the daily lives of soldiers and civilians during the American Revolution
Whether you’re a history enthusiast, family, educator, or simply looking for a unique weekend experience, the Siege of Fort New Richmond offers an unforgettable journey into Louisiana’s Revolutionary-era past.
📅 September 19 | 9 am–4:30 pm
📅 September 20 | 9 am–3 pm
🎟️ Admission
• Included with regular museum admission
• FREE for LSU Rural Life Museum members
🕰️ Schedule of Events
A schedule of demonstrations, reenactments, and performances will be posted soon—check back for updates!
The LSU Rural Life Museum, in partnership with the Waldeck 3rd Regiment, invites you to commemorate Bernardo de Gálvez's 1779 capture of British-held Baton Rouge with an immersive weekend of Revolutionary War living history.
Explore 18th-century military and civilian life:
⚔️ Military drills and battle reenactments
🎻 Revolutionary-era dance and music
🔥 Open-hearth cooking demonstrations
🎲 Colonial games and pastimes
🕯️ Living history demonstrations featuring candle making, butter making, laundry washing, and more
🪶A closer look at the daily lives of soldiers and civilians during the American Revolution
Whether you’re a history enthusiast, family, educator, or simply looking for a unique weekend experience, the Siege of Fort New Richmond offers an unforgettable journey into Louisiana’s Revolutionary-era past.
📅 September 19 | 9 am–4:30 pm
📅 September 20 | 9 am–3 pm
🎟️ Admission
• Included with regular museum admission
• FREE for LSU Rural Life Museum members
🕰️ Schedule of Events
A schedule of demonstrations, reenactments, and performances will be posted soon—check back for updates!
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Where is it happening?
4560 Essen Ln, Baton Rouge, LA, United States, Louisiana 70809
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Host or PublisherLSU Rural Life Museum
