The annual commemoration of the Continental Army persevering through the Hard Winter of 1779-1780!
Saturday, April 18
10:00 a.m. – Camp Opens
10:30 a.m. – Guided Hike to the Bettin Monument
11:00 a.m. – Inspection of the Troops & Military Drill
1:00 p.m. – Firing Demonstration & Drill
1:30 p.m. – Children’s Muster
3:00 p.m. – General Washington’s Grand Review & Firing Demonstration
4:00 p.m. – Visitor Center Closes (Park grounds open until sunset)
Camp Life in Action
Ongoing Both Days | 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Throughout the weekend, interpreters and reenactors present continuous demonstrations reflecting daily life in a Continental Army encampment. Visitors are welcome to explore and engage at any time.
Highlights include:
Carpenter at work
Laundry and camp chores
Petty sutlery (trade and supplies)
18th-century medicine and surgery
Military chaplain or minister
General George Washington and Martha Washington in camp

