Every year, Glover's Regiment hosts a summer encampment at Marblehead's historic Fort Sewall. This picturesque fort sits on a rock bluff overlooking Marblehead Harbor and Salem Bay, providing a stunning backdrop for the event. Inside the fort's bowl-shaped area, the regiment sets up a Colonial camp. Tents, cooking fires, and a dining fly create an authentic atmosphere.
Visitors can explore craft activities such as marine rope work, knot-making, leatherwork, needlework, and clothing repairs. Additionally, a group of 18th-century merchants known as "sutlers" offer reproduction goods for sale. From pottery and lanterns to jewelry, furniture, iron goods, clothing, hats, and sundries, there's a wide array of items to discover.
During the encampment, you can enjoy various attractions and experiences. Witness military skirmishes and demonstrations that bring the Revolutionary War era to life. Listen to fife and drum concerts that fill the air with patriotic tunes. Immerse yourself in sea chanties and children's drills that capture the spirit of the time. Meet living historians who will gladly share their knowledge and stories. You can even watch battles between Red Coats and Colonial Forces reenacted on the streets and landscapes.
Camp tours offer an up-close look at the crafts and activities happening within the encampment. It's a chance to observe artisans in action and appreciate their skills firsthand.
With the sounds of revolutionary live music and the sights of historical reenactments, the encampment at Fort Sewall offers a memorable experience where you can step back in time to the Revolutionary War era.
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Saturday, July 15, 2023 10am-5pm
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