From the Dunvegan War of 1812 Planning Committee:
On September 23-25, 2021, the Glengarry Pioneer Museum will be hosting a War of 1812 Encampment Weekend. A full schedule will be available shortly and we are planning to stage a battle on both Saturday and Sunday. The museum will be open to the public that weekend and is offering up its grounds for reenactors to camp, train, demonstrate or just enjoy the space and the opportunity to reunite. Impromptu displays and demonstrations are encouraged to take place while following safety guidelines.
All participants must adhere to the rules: be period appropriate. Please wear clothing that was worn during the 1812-1814 period in Upper Canada. No modern camping is permitted on site. All current health guidelines will be followed.
General Information:
- Water and ice will be provided.
- Firewood will be available. Please use the hardwood for cooking fires only and use the other wood for camp fires.
- You will be asked to sign a waiver form upon arrival.
- You must have valid insurance within your unit or individually if you plan to operate a musket, fire a cannon or pick up a sword .
Site Safety Rules and Regulations
Click here to download and view the Site Safety Rules and Regulations
Weekend Schedule
(additional activities and information will be added)
The Museum will be pre-selling tickets to the general public for museum admission on both Saturday, September 24th and Sunday September 25th.
PLEASE NOTE: The Museum site will be available for Camp set-up as early as Thursday September 23, 2021. Before setting up your camp, please contact Jim Mullin, 1812@glengarrypioneermuseum before placement.
Friday September 23 – Grounds not open to the public
Saturday September 24 – Grounds open to the public from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Sunday September 25 – Grounds open to the public from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
We are ACCEPTING REGISTRATIONS:
Please Register HERE
For more Information or Questions please e-mail Jim Mullin – 1812@glengarrypioneermuseum.ca
