For Immediate Release:
July 29, 2022
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Redcoats and Rebels Event Returns to Old Sturbridge Village
After 2-Year Hiatus
Largest military re-enactment in New England takes place at OSV, Aug. 6 & 7, 2022
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Sturbridge, M.A. – On Saturday, Aug. 6 and Sunday, Aug. 7, Redcoats and Rebels —the largest military re-enactment in New England— will return to Old Sturbridge Village. For two days, from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., the Village Common will transform into a military camp from the time of the War for Independence, showcasing what it was really like for those who fought to win America’s freedoms—and for those they fought against.
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Redcoats and Rebels event at Old Sturbridge Village. Photo Credit: John Collins Photography. |
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Hundreds of costumed Revolutionary War re-enactors will set up camp at the Village, portraying both soldiers and civilians from the time of the war. Visitors can explore exhibits, galleries, and demonstrations, see special presentations, talk with costumed historians about everyday life in early New England, and enjoy fife and drum music. Furthermore, they can learn of soldiers’ and civilians’ motivations for joining the war and their individual roles, tour the camps, and witness recreated skirmishes and battles.
Guests will learn about the daily life of a Revolutionary War soldier, including the delivery of uniforms, pay calls, and prisoner exchanges. In camp, visitors can immerse themselves in the daily lives and trades of early New England, as reenactors demonstrate historic methods of cooking, baking, and the making of common household items such as soap, brooms, muskets, balls, buttons, and bowls.
On Saturday, Aug. 6, the Village will offer special extended hours from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. for a “Twilight Encampment” and additional time with the troops. There is no extra charge for this experience, all events and demonstrations are included in the museum’s standard daytime and member admission. Historic buildings will be closed during this time.
“After a two-year hiatus, we are thrilled to welcome our Redcoats and Rebels event back to Old Sturbridge Village,” says Jim Donahue, President & CEO of Old Sturbridge Village. “Previously the largest recurring event in the Revolutionary War community, ours is a favorite among re-enactors and our guests because they are secluded from the 21st century and immersed in the experience through our Village atmosphere. We expect this year’s event to be a popular return to our regular programming.”
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Redcoats and Rebels at Old Sturbridge Village. Photo Credit: John Collins Photography. |
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Redcoats and Rebels at Old Sturbridge Village. |
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This year marks the 17th Redcoats and Rebels event hosted at Old Sturbridge Village. Due to the event’s popularity, visitors are asked to purchase tickets online and in advance, reserving a specific time block for Aug. 6 or 7 to spread out the arrival of guests through the Visitors Center. Once in attendance, guests are welcome to stay through the event until the Village closes for the day. In August, up to three kids ages 17 and younger are admitted for FREE when accompanied by an adult paying full admission. For more details on the event or to reserve tickets and time blocks, visit: https://www.osv.org/event/redcoats-and-rebels-2022/.
The 2022 Redcoats and Rebels event is sponsored exclusively by Dexter-Russell, the largest and oldest manufacturer of professional cutlery in the U.S. Dexter-Russell is headquartered in the town of Southbridge, M.A.
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About Old Sturbridge Village
Old Sturbridge Village, first opened to the public in 1946, is one of the country's oldest and largest living history museums, celebrating life in early New England from 1790-1840. It is the largest living history museum in the Northeast, celebrating its 75th anniversary in 2021. Each year, more than 250,000 visitors interact with costumed historians, experience up-close demonstrations of early American trades, and meet heritage breed farm animals. Situated on 200 scenic acres, the Village is a collection of more than 40 historic buildings - including homes, meetinghouses, trade shops, working farms, restaurants, shops and three water-powered mills.
Located just off the Massachusetts Turnpike and Routes I-84 and 20 in Sturbridge, Mass., Old Sturbridge Village is open year-round, but days and hours vary seasonally. Daily admission is: $28 for adults, $26 for seniors, $14 for College Students, $14 for children ages 4-17, with children 3 and under admitted free. Admission includes free parking. Village Members receive free standard daytime admission. For details, visit https://www.osv.org/plan-your-visit/.
Old Sturbridge Village is also the managing partner of Coggeshall Farm Museum in Bristol, R.I. Members at OSV receive reciprocal membership at Coggeshall Farm Museum.
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