Bennington Battle Monument

WEEKEND OUTLINE OF EVENTS

SATURDAY August 13 - SUNDAY August 14
BATTLE DAY WEEKEND CELEBRATION – RE ENACTORS ON SITE 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

August 13 - SATURDAY
8:00 AM 17th Annual Battle Day 5k
12:00 PM Moodus Fife and Drum presentation
5:00 PM POTLUCK DINNER WITH RE ENACTORS

EVENT DETAILS

August 13 - SATURDAY 8:00 AM 17th Annual Battle Day 5k
Early race times, registration starts at 7:00 AM – race at 8:00 AM. Register online https://www.raceentry.com/social-media/m-click/74131
5k starts at the Monument to the Bennington Airport and return. Children’s fun run around the circle follows the return of the 5k racers.

August 13 - SATURDAY-August 14 SUNDAY
BATTLE DAY WEEKEND CELEBRATION
BENNINGTON BATTLE MONUMENT * 10:00 PM – 4:00 PM
In August of 1777 a decisive battle took place 9 miles from a much-needed storehouse, where the Monument now stands. A small contingent of minute men and farmers stayed behind guarding the storehouse.
Reenactors will be onsite to discuss the importance of the Battle of Bennington and what life was like for Colonial Soldiers. An ongoing outdoor event. A Battle re enactment will take place at the Bennington Battlefield in Waloomsac NY.

August 13 - Saturday – starts at noon
Moodus Fife and Drum presentation – A free open-air concert with the Moodus Fife and Drum takes place on the lawn of the Bennington Battle Monument. A 131-year-old tradition, the Corp played at the dedication of the Monument in August of 1891, same drums and same style. Bring a chair or blanket and sit back and enjoy an afternoon of 18th Century

August 13 - Saturday
POTLUCK DINNER WITH RE ENACTORS
Old First Church Barn 5:00 – 6:30 PM
Bring a potluck dish or $5.00 to enjoy conversation and food with the 18th Century Guardians of the Bennington Storehouse
music.

Celebrate our nation’s most enduring symbol with flag history presentations and flag-making activities for children and adults from 2:00 to 4:00 PM.

Phyllis Chapman of Vintage Visitors Presentations will portray Mrs. J.J. Brown in a performance at the Old First Church Barn on Monument Circle.  Seating starts at 2:30 PM with the performance starting at 3:00 PM.  For reserved seating please call 802 447-0550. Donations will be accepted at the door.

* Living History Encampment 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

* Cannon firing at noon and 3:00 PM

* Moodus Fife & Drum Concert 3:00 to 4:30 PM

A reading of the Declaration of Independence will take place on the grounds of the Monument with a discussion to follow. 

Join us on Flag Day for a special program exploring the symbolism and meaning behind the American Flag and other familiar banners. 

Call for details. 

Join this guided walk down Monument Avenue in Old Bennington, from the Battle Monument to The Old First Church. Tour guides will share the history and architecture of the homes along the way.
Co-sponsored by the Friends of the Bennington Battle Monument.

Historic games and Colonial activities, leading up to the reading of the Declaration of Independence in this annual tradition on the grounds of the Bennington Battle Monument. A replica declaration is available for all to sign.

Celebrate our nation’s most enduring symbol with flag history presentations and flag-making activities for children and adults. 

Enjoy the beautiful spring views. Every mother receives a lovely carnation to take home.