Battle of Dighton Schedule of Events

Schedule of Events

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26TH

10:00 AM – “Life in the Encampment”
Tour Colonial-Era Camp Life — Step inside an 18th-century military encampment and learn about the daily life, equipment, and duties of a Revolutionary War soldier.

10:00 AM – “Dighton Through the Ages”
History Tent Opens — Explore historical displays and discover Dighton’s past. Commemorative 250th Anniversary items will be available for purchase.

10:00 AM — “Trades & Treasures of the Colonies”
Colonial Marketplace & Living History Demonstrations — Visit period merchants, artisans, and interpreters as they bring the sights and skills of the 18th century to life.

11:00 AM – “The Sound of the Revolution”
Lebanon Town Militia Fife & Drum Presentation — Experience the stirring music that once accompanied soldiers on the march and into camp.

12:00 PM – “Playtime in 1776”
18th-Century Children’s Games — Try your hand at the toys, games, and activities enjoyed by children during the Revolutionary era.

2:00 PM – “The Battle of Dighton”
Battle Reenactment — Patriot militia and British forces take the field in a dramatic Revolutionary War battle.

3:00 PM – “Dighton Militia Muster”
Dighton Militia Commemorative Photo — All Dighton Militia certificate holders are invited to gather for a special 250th Anniversary group photograph.

4:00 PM – “The Camp Falls Quiet”
Encampment Closes to the Public

Schedule is subject to change due to weather, safety considerations, or battlefield conditions.

Schedule of Events

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27TH

10:00 AM – “A New Day in the Encampment”
Encampment Opens to the Public

10:00 AM – “Dighton Through the Ages”
History Tent Opens — Explore historical displays and discover Dighton’s past. Commemorative 250th Anniversary items will be available for purchase.

10:00 AM - “Trades & Treasures of the Colonies”
Colonial Marketplace & Living History Demonstrations — Visit period merchants, artisans, and interpreters as they bring the sights and skills of the 18th century to life.

11:00 AM – “Fashion Attire of the Revolution” – Lebanon Town Militia Fashion Presentation. See the attire of the Revolutionary Era brought to life.

12:00 PM – “The Midnight Ride”
Paul Revere Living History Presentation — Relive the famous warning ride that helped ignite the American Revolution.

1:00 PM – “Playtime in 1776”
18th-Century Children’s Games — Try your hand at the toys, games, and activities enjoyed by children during the Revolutionary era.

1:00 PM – “Forging a New Nation”
Daughters of the American Revolution Presentation — Learn about the Articles of Confederation and the United States Constitution.

1:30 PM – “The Battle of Dighton”
Battle Reenactment — Patriot militia and British forces take the field in a dramatic Revolutionary War battle.

3:00 PM – “The Camp Falls Quiet”
Encampment Closes to the Public

Schedule is subject to change due to weather, safety considerations, or battlefield conditions.