POSTPONED
3rd Annual Vermont Living History Expo
We regret to announce that the Vermont Living History Expo is going on hiatus. For a number of reasons, the Living History Expo will not be run for the foreseeable future. The GOOD news is we will be putting more energy and attention into all of our other events. AND stay tuned for an exciting announcement of 2 NEW shows coming soon! Plus, we are working on putting together the 2025 show schedule this week with the Champlain Valley Expo. -Jeff Folb 5/6/24
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The Living History Expo is a family friendly event for all ages. The event will host over two dozen reenactment groups representing the Roman Legions, Medieval Knights, the American Revolution, the Napoleonic era, the American Civil War, both World Wars and much more.
We will also be joined by a number of historical societies and museums, Veteran support groups, vehicle displays, period crafters and vendors. View the reenactment groups here! Patrons will have the opportunity to interact with the different groups in their encampments as well as watch troop drills and period craft demonstrations. Attendees and participants are excited about the Living History Expo as it provides both a fun and educational event for all ages. It is a great ‘hands-on’ event for Homeschoolers and students of history. Come enjoy a day of family fun at the Vermont Living History Expo, September 21st & 22nd, 2024 from 10am to 6pm Saturday and Sunday at the Champlain Valley Exposition 105 Pearl Street, Essex Junction, Vermont. This event is kid-friendly, so bring the whole family for a hands-on way to learn about history. Kids under 6 and Parking are both Free! Schedule: Saturday & Sunday, 10am - 6pm Tickets: Tickets are $20 for one day or $30 for two days. Kids 6-12 are $5. Kids under 6 get in FREE. Follow Vermont Gatherings on Facebook for announcements about upcoming Vermont-based events. |
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What is Living History?
Living history is an activity that incorporates historical tools, activities and dress into an interactive presentation that seeks to give observers and participants a sense of stepping back in time. Although it does not necessarily seek to reenact a specific event in history, living history is similar to, and sometimes incorporates, historical reenactment. Living history is an educational medium used by living history museums, historic sites, heritage interpreters, schools and historical reenactment groups to educate the public or their own members in particular areas of history, such as clothing styles, pastimes and handicrafts, or to simply convey a sense of the everyday life of a certain period in history. – Wikipedia
Location
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The Vermont Living History Expo is held annually at the Champlain Valley Exposition, 105 Pearl St, Essex Junction, VT 05452. For the best lodging rates, contact Best Western Plus Windjammer Inn & Conference Center and let them know you’re attending the Vermont Living History Expo.
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What is Militaria?
Militaria are artifacts or replicas of military, police, etc., collected for their historical significance. Such antiques include firearms, swords, knives, and other equipment such as uniforms, military orders and decorations and insignia. An alternate name, used by many dealers, for militaria is ‘military antiquities’ or ‘military antiques’. – Wikipedia
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