Take part in activities relating to 18th-century military life and experience what it would be like to be a common soldier of the Revolution. Soldiers in the Virginia State Garrison Regiment enlisted for three years, and their duty was year-round. You may be encouraged to enlist yourself, and with the help of our interpreters, take part in drill practice, watch a musket being fired, or interact with other recruits.
Other Experiences
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Make a Stitched Book and Decorative Paste Paper
Book Binders will show different types of books and book sections. Each participant will make a booklet to keep and make a paste sheet for later pickup.
Open to the Public
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Play the Fife and Beat the Drum
Join an adult staff member of the Fifes & Drums to learn the fundamentals of fifing and/or drumming as if you were a recruit. Practice with a fife and/or drumsticks.
Open to the Public
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State Garrison Goes South
Learn about the experience of those who went South in 1780 to defend Charleston, SC, and the impact they had on the campaigns and battles.
Art Museums Admission