June 13th. A centerpiece of OHS's year-long commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the nation's birth will be a presentation of a historically-accurate Revolutionary War encampment in Poquatuck Park by the New York 3rd Regiment. The event will be open to the public, family-friendly, educational, and free.
Additional components of the event will include a duo of musicians performing 18th-century songs on period instruments; a planned visit from the Revolutionary War boat from Port Washington (pending confirmation); sheep shearing demonstration to show how wool became clothing for soldiers and civilians; quill writing station where children and adults can try writing as it was done in the 18th century. felt boat-making activity for children, connecting craft, maritime history, and learning through hands-on engagement.
This program emphasizes daily life of Revolutionary War soldiers and civilians; the importance of Long Island Sound and maritime movement during the war; the specific role of Oysterponds and the North Fork in early Revolutionary War activity; traditional trades and skills that were essential in the 18th century.
Event Parking will be available at the Methodist Church (1395 Village Ln - enter on Orchard St).
Additional components of the event will include a duo of musicians performing 18th-century songs on period instruments; a planned visit from the Revolutionary War boat from Port Washington (pending confirmation); sheep shearing demonstration to show how wool became clothing for soldiers and civilians; quill writing station where children and adults can try writing as it was done in the 18th century. felt boat-making activity for children, connecting craft, maritime history, and learning through hands-on engagement.
This program emphasizes daily life of Revolutionary War soldiers and civilians; the importance of Long Island Sound and maritime movement during the war; the specific role of Oysterponds and the North Fork in early Revolutionary War activity; traditional trades and skills that were essential in the 18th century.
Event Parking will be available at the Methodist Church (1395 Village Ln - enter on Orchard St).
"Revolutionary War Encampment & Living History Day" is made possible in part through the generous support of the Robert David Lion Gardiner Foundation and its 250th Commemoration Grant for 2026. Their dedication to the local community makes this event possible, and we extend our sincere gratitude for their support.
