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Time travel with us to Mississinewa 1812 and see what frontier life was like in Illinois and Indiana during the War of 1812. Our journey will take us to the largest War of 1812 reenactment in the country at Mississinewa, site of two historic battles in December 1812. Located near present day Marion, Indiana, Mississinewa 1812 gathers together in historical settings hundreds of reenactors representing such frontier people as: Indians; American, British and Canadian militia and soldiers; river pirates; and settlers.
We'll depart for Mississinewa in the early morning from several locations (see below), on your choice of Saturday or Sunday. Aboard, we'll enjoy a hearty continental breakfast buffet (vendors at Mississinewa also sell frontier-style breakfast). While travelling, we'll get a preview of Mississinewa 1812 from a reenactor of the 1st U.S. Fort Dearborn Garrison and other experts traveling with us, who will help us understand the issues of those early days in the Old Northwest Territory.
Once at Mississinewa you'll explore the "frontier" at your own pace
...meeting the people of the river town, historic Indian village, wilderness
and military encampments
...learning about customs, crafts, practicalities and warfare
...shopping for clothing, trinkets, tools and wares, and
...taking in both morning and afternoon reenactments of battles
occurring across the Old Northwest.
Lunch will be on your own in the river town, where you can also enjoy music, songs and stories.
Following Mississinewa's afternoon Colors Ceremony, we'll head home. En route we'll enjoy Indiana's Autumn Colors, along with tastings of local food and drink, including some items catered by Mississinewa's food vendors.
Especially for Educators...
Saturday's road trip will include a discussion for educators on using living history to bring life into the classroom and critical new comprehension to students. Educators may be eligible for CPDUs and can also receive electronic classroom resources following the trip.
TICKETS:
Adults:
Seniors 65+ | New Adults 18-24 | NWTA Reenactors: $85
"Standard" Adults 25-64: $95
Educators: may be eligible for CPDUs for $18.12; includes electronic classroom
resources
Well-Travelled Kids:
Interested children (with their grown-ups) may attend if they are well-behaved and able to enjoy a long day of time travel.
Scouts | Guides | NWTA Reenactor Kids dressed as such: $50 (no further rebate)
"Standard" Kids: $58
Price Includes: entrance fee; transportation with continental breakfast & afternoon tastings
On Your Own (or, not included): "frontier" purchases, including lunch, crafts, mementos
All Ticket Sales are Final.
You may switch days if there is space available. Refunds allowed if you find a paying replacement for yourself / your group.
Early Bird Bonus:
Not only do you pay a lower ticket price, but...
Register & pay by September 15 to receive a free "Fort Dearborn Bicentennial Initiative 1812-2012" drawstring tote bag ($10 value).
DEPARTURE POINTS:
Choose your day and your departure location from the list below. We'll meet you there and transport you across Indiana and back in time!
Certain locations will require a parking permit for your car. Please provide the following I.D. information for your car by 6pm on Thursday, October 10:
Make Model Color License Plate Number
Your Name, Your Departure Location
* NOTE: Return time is approximate, and may vary based on travel conditions
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12
Alsip / Crestwood
Dpt 5:00a Location TBD
Rtn 7:30p*
Hammond / Munster
Dpt 5:30a Indiana Welcome Center, located at
Rtn 7:00p* 80 / 94 & Kennedy Ave, beside the South exit ramp
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 13
Hodgkins / LaGrange
Dpt 5:00a Quarry Mall, located at
Rtn 7:30p* 9840 Joliet Road, East of LaGrange Road
Chicago / Bridgeport
Dpt 5:30a Sox Park, street parking at 35th & Shields
Rtn 7:00p*
CLOTHING:
Wear comfortable and relaxed clothing and shoes, suitable for the weather and hilly terrain in a rustic setting.
Earn a rebate if you are wearing clothing authentic to 1812 or your "Fort Dearborn Bicentennial Initiative 1812-2012" t-shirt as you first board the bus.
Notify us in advance...
...of any dietary restrictions, health or mobility impairments, or other special needs. With enough advance notice, we will try to accommodate your situation.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST. WE'RE LOOKING FORWARD TO TRAVELLING TO MISSISSINEWA 1812 WITH YOU!
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CONTACT US TO BOOK A PRIVATE TOUR:
Fort Dearborn Bicentennial Initiative: www.FortDearborn.us
InSites Chicago: www.InSitesChicago.com or 312.620.CHGO (312.620.2446)
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LocationA Day Trip to Frontier Indiana in 1812 - originating from Chicago & NWI (View)
SATURDAY: Alsip/Crestwood + Hammond || SUNDAY: Hodgkins/LaGrange + Sox Park
IL Hodgkins | Crestwood | Chicago || IN Hammond 60525
United States
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| Minimum Age: 8 |
| Kid Friendly: Yes! |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: Yes! |
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