AUGUSTA — Fort Western Living History Museum and National Historic Landmark will host a Harvest Weekend on Saturday, Oct. 26, and Sunday, Oct. 27.
Throughout the weekend, the 18th century Fort, Store and House will be open for guided toursm from 10 a.m to 4 p.m., to view period rooms and exhibits and talk with historical costumed interpreters about daily life in the 18th century.
On Saturday, beginning at 5 p.m., visitors may warm themselves by the fire while sipping mulled cider and listening to haunting tales of Fort Western. On Sunday, beginning at noon, the sights, sounds and smells of an 18th century Harvest Day will be featured. Visitors may partake in seasonal tastings and watch demonstrations such as cider pressing, wool processing and candle-making. Visitors can try their hand at 18thh century games, such as Graces and the Pumpkin Toss or participate in 18th century crafts, such as corn husk doll-making and herbal sachets.
Fort Western, built in 1754, is America’s oldest surviving wooden French & Indian War garrison.
Admission is free for Augusta residents and active military; an admission fee is charged for others. For more information, visit www.oldfortwestern.org, call 20-7626-2385 or e-mail oldfort@oldfortwestern.org.
