Frontier Spirit 1799

A historical reenactment event showcasing early Ohio settler life with demonstrations, music, and crafts.

Experience the trials and tribulations the first settlers in Ohio Territory endured as they fought for and carved out a home. Frontier Spirit 1799 showcases the events and lives of these settlers featuring characters from early Fairfield County and what they faced everyday to survive and thrive. you'll laugh, cry and learn of the price paid for what we now know as Lancaster, Ohio. Fun for the whole family. Frontier Spirit is a step back in time that can be enjoyed by all ages. A tent village shows the life of the early settlers with demonstrations by skilled craftsmen of cooking, soap making, blacksmithing, spinning, weaving and more. The large marquis tent provides a place for music by musicians on various period instruments, speeches by local dignitaries and various skits. Games and activities for children are also part of the village entertainment. Concessions available at reasonable prices - including bean soup cooked in iron kettles on the open fire. Church service at the log cabin at 9:00 am on Sunday.