Pathway of the Patriots

Submitted by Mike Cooper on Tue, 04/20/2010 - 5:30pm
From date: 
Sat, 05/01/2010 - 5:00am

Location

Tarkey Field
Russell St.
Woburn, MA

On Saturday, May 1st, 2010, the Woburn Historical Society and the Charlestown Militia will present the 4th annual Pathway of the Patriots at the Tarky Field, off Russell Street, in Woburn.

This living history program, sponsored by the Northern Bank and Trust Company and the Lennon Insurance Agency, celebrates the roles of the Woburn Militia, their families, and Woburn residents in the events of April 19th, 1775, and the Revolutionary War.

The schedule of events will include a battle reenactment, dramatizations, and narrated tours of Old Battle Road, in the adjacent Battle Road Conservation Area.

Ongoing throughout the day, one can visit an 18thc military camp, colonial crafters and sutlers, and enjoy 18th century songs and dance.  Especially for children are the farm animals, 18th century games and activities, and “Join the Army”  to learn to what it might have been like to drill with the Woburn Militia.

Admission is free and parking on site.  Food and beverages will be available from vendors.

For the complete schedule of events and additional information, please visit www.pathwayofthepatriots.com.