Longwoods 2020 Visitor Information & Schedule
The Upper Thames Military Reenactment Society and the Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authority present the Battle of Longwoods on May 2nd and 3rd, 2020. Re-enactors from across North America come together to recreate military and camp life in Southwestern Ontario during the War of 1812. Enjoy tours, demonstrations, and a daily battle.
The site is open Saturday from 10:00 am until 5:00 pm, and Sunday from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm. A variety of activities are available each day. There will be period merchants open daily, and visitors can also take a self-guided tour of the Ska-Nah-Doht Village. There are also a number of timed activities listed in the schedules below.
Admission is $10 per person (cash only). Children 12 & under, and members of the military & cadets in uniform receive free admission.
Weekend Schedule
Tentative 2020 Schedule – Saturday, May 2nd
10:00 | Gates Open to Public | |
11:00 | Battalion Drill British Forces perform their daily drill in preparation for the Battle of The Longwoods | Battlefield |
11:30 | Camp Tour and Musket Demonstration British Soldiers take you on a tour of their camp followed by a musket demonstration. Learn about camp life during the War of 1812 as a soldier and a civilian. Feel free to ask questions…We love to talk about our passion…History! | British Encampment |
11:30 | Nature Walk Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authority will be leading a guided nature walk through the conservation area. | Resource Centre |
12:00 | Native War Council Witness negotiations with the Native War Council by British Commanders to see who they will support in the upcoming battle | Ska-Nah-Doht Village |
12:30 | Historically Speaking Presents “The Surgeon” Enjoy a demonstration of 19th Century medicine and surgery hosted by Dr. Mark Dickerson…Try not to faint! | Pavilion |
1:00 | Drums Crown Forces Presents “Musical Warriors” Our very own Fife and Drum Corps entertains with a selection of period music | British Camp |
1:30 | The Duel Two gentlemen settle a matter of honour by facing off in a duel | Birch Grove |
2:00 | Artillery Demonstration Hear the thundering boom as our Artillery Units show off their powerful cannons which often assisted to take the day in battle | Battlefield |
2:30 | Battle of The Longwoods British, Native and American Forces re-enact the “Battle of The Longwoods” | Battlefield |
3:00 | Mini Militia Following the battle, for the youngsters who want to be soldiers, you will be trained in the drill and discipline required of soldier in 1812 | Battlefield |
3:30 | Historically Speaking Presents “Historical Harmonies” Enjoy the amazing sounds of Holly Brenneman and Stephanie Vaillant as they entertain you with period songs in their own unique counterpoint style | Pavilion |
5:00 | Gates Close |
Tentative 2020 Schedule – Sunday, May 3rd
10:00 | Gates Open to Public | |
10:45 | Nature Walk Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authority will be leading a guided nature walk through the conservation area. | Resource Centre |
11:00 | Battalion Drill British Forces perform their daily drill in preparation for the Battle of The Longwoods | Battlefield |
11:30 | Camp Tour and Musket Demonstration British Soldiers take you on a tour of their camp followed by a musket demonstration. Learn about camp life during the War of 1812 as a soldier and a civilian. Feel free to ask questions…We love to talk about our passion…History! | British Encampment |
12:00 | Native War Council Witness negotiations with the Native War Council by British Commanders to see who they will support in the upcoming battle | Ska-Nah-Doht Iroquoian Village |
1:00 | Drums Crown Forces Presents “Musical Warriors” Our very own Fife and Drum Corps entertains with a selection of period music | British Camp |
1:30 | The Duel Two gentlemen settle a matter of honour by facing off in a duel | Birch Grove |
2:00 | Artillery Demonstration Hear the thundering boom as our Artillery Units show off their powerful cannons which often assisted to take the day in battle | Battlefield |
2:30 | Battle of The Longwoods British, Native and American Forces re-enact the “Battle of The Longwoods” | Battlefield |
2:30 | Mini Militia Following the battle, for the youngsters who want to be soldiers, you will be trained in the drill and discipline required of soldier in 1812 | Battlefield |
4:00 | Gates Close |