1777 Whitemarsh Encampment Reenactment Historic Hope Lodge- Ft Washington

Come and experience 18th century life in the Whitemarsh Valley. Reenactors dressed in authentic American and British uniforms will march to the beat of fife and drum and demonstrate the military tactics used during Revolutionary War. Battle skirmishes on the grounds are scheduled for morning and afternoon. Visit the troop encampment where women in colonial dress cook over an open fire and children play colonial games. Other events occurring during the day include beer brewing demonstration, a lecture & book signing by Michael C. Harris, author of Brandywine: A Military History of the Battle that Lost Philadelphia but Saved America, September 11, 1777 and Germantown: A Military History of the Battle for Philadelphia, October 4, 1777, children’s activities including a Children's Muster Drill and scavenger hunt, and Open Hearth Cooking Demonstrations. The Hope Lodge mansion will be open for tours. Sutlers, bake sale, and food will be available for purchase. Come and enjoy the day. Information at http://www.historichopelodge.org/encampment