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FORT BOONESBOROUGH SCHEDULE OF EVENTS 2024

Gathering of Descendants. June 22 We welcome everyone who had ancestors in the area of Fort Boonesborough in the 18th century and played a part in the early settlement. We will have resources and information about many of the folks who were here in those early days, ideas of where to find genealogical information, and museum exhibits of artifacts from the original fort site. Authors will be on hand to sign books about early days of the fort, the people, and surrounding areas, and we will have ongoing historical interpretation of the daily lives, chores, skills and trades of those who came here during that time. Extended families of those first residents in the Fort Boonesborough area. This event is hosted by The Fort Boonesborough Foundation.

The 1778 Siege of Fort Boonesborough September 14th-15th Saturday and Sunday - battle re-enactment at 2 pm each day. Come early and spend the day learning about 18th century life in Kentucky, and visit the Native camps also.

An 18th Century Christmas -  Friday Dec. 6, 6-9, Sat. Dec. 7 1-4 See and hear about old world customs and other early frontier holiday traditions and foods. Enjoy the Christmas guns, bonfires, music and more.  Refreshments included! This is a Fort Boonesborough Foundation sponsored event. Admission is $8 for Adults and $5 for children (6-12). Children under 6- free.     

Re-Enactors can register for these events by clicking here.

MORE EVENTS MAY BE ADDED AS THE YEAR PROGRESSES

All events are free with paid admission to the fort
 (unless noted.)
For more information: jack.winburn@ky.gov

Events subject to change without notice.

The original Fort Boonesborough was built by Daniel Boone and his men in 1775

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