18th Century Thunder
 at Historic Locust Grove

Members of the Illinois Regiment set up an encampment at Historic Locust Grove during Louisville’s kick off to derby festivities. While the city enjoyed an airshow and fireworks, visitors to Locust Grove enjoyed 18th century “thunder.” Click here for more.

Lore of the Laughery
at Friendship, Indiana
 proceeds despite rains

Skies cleared around noon on Saturday and visitors to Lore of the Laughery could shop, listen to music, or take in one of the many presentations. And on the hillside overlooking the blockhouse area, settlers fought off an Indian raid as both men and women gathered every available weapon to protect their families. All photos now loaded! Including a new feature entitled “Spotlight on a Re-Enactor.”

Sons of the American Revolution provide
Color Guard for Painted Stone

Each year The Painted Stone Settlers invite a special guest speaker to a spring meeting and open it to the public. This year’s April 1st meeting featured Mel Hankla as Governor Isaac Shelby. In honor of this event the local Isaac Shelby Chapter of the SAR was invited to participate in the event. Photos now loaded!