1812 Reenactment At Backus Mills

Sat. & Sun., September 10/11, 2016 / 10am – 8pm

Join us in Norfolk County at the wonderfully green Backus Heritage Village where hundreds of soldiers set up camp for this popular event! Historic merchants and demonstrations, Marine Museum (authentic Lake Erie artifacts!), Military Encampment and Battle re-enactment at 2:00 pm. Children can take part in mini militia on the parade field following the afternoon battle. Encampment and Sutlery are open 10 am until 8 pm.

Our mates, Bad Billy’s Blades will be there too, with a fine assortment o’ things to make ye “look sharp”!

Regular Park Admission only, parking is free!

Backus Heritage Conservation Area, 1267 Second Concession Road, Port Rowan ON
MAP

Child Admission (age 15 & under) – $3.50
Adult Admission (16-64) – $8.00
Senior Admission (65+) – $7.00
Daily Maximum Fee (vehicle & occupants) – $14.00
Senior Daily Maximum Fee (vehicle & occupants) – $13.00

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