Militia Muster Event - Experience 18th Century

📅 Saturday, September 19, 2026 🕚 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM 📍 Hickory Ridge History Museum – Boone, NC Experience life in the Southern Appalachian backcountry during the American Revolution at our Militia Muster! Guests of all ages are invited to step into the world of 18th-century militia life through interactive demonstrations, reenactments, and hands-on activities. Watch as 18th Century Militia reenactors bring history to life through drills, camp life, and mock recruitment scenes. Explore the daily challenges faced by settlers and soldiers, and learn more about what it took to fight for independence in the mountains of North Carolina. This is a family-friendly, immersive educational event perfect for history lovers, homeschool families, and curious visitors of all ages. 🎟️ Event details and ticketing information coming soon.