# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Harbor of Courage - Fairhaven Village Militia
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun, 17 May, 2026 at 03:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Step Back into 1775: The "Harbor of Courage" Awaits! 
History is coming to life right here on the shores of Buzzards Bay!

The Fairhaven Village Militia is proud to announce our special Spring Encampment at Fort Phoenix this May.

This isn’t just any reenactment—it’s a cornerstone celebration of the United States’ 250th Birthday and the 251st anniversary of the First Naval Engagement of the Revolutionary War! 
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 What to Expect:
•	The Thunder of Artillery: Experience live cannon firings (don't miss the special Saturday night dusk firing!).
➡️ A reenactment battle is scheduled for 2pm on Saturday 
•	Living History: Watch authentic military drills and flintlock musket demonstrations.
•	Colonial Crafts: See master artisans at work with tin smithing, leatherworking, and traditional fire-starting.
•	Authentic Camp Life: Smell the open-fire cooking and talk to "colonials" about what life was really like in the 1770s.
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 Plan Your Visit:
📍Where: Fort Phoenix, Fort Street, Fairhaven, MA  
📆When: Saturday, May 16: 10:00 a.m. – Dusk
	        Sunday, May 17: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.  
Admission: FREE! 
This event is family-friendly, handicap accessible, and a perfect weekend outing for history buffs and students alike. (Weather permitting).
Come honor the legacy of the citizen-soldiers who defended our South Coast. Let’s make this 250th-anniversary season one for the history books! 

👏This program is funded in part by a grant from the Fairhaven Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

Weather permitting. Handicap accessible
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/fairhaven/harbor-of-courage-fairhaven-village-militia/200029913007417
- **Event Categories**: trips-adventures
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 71

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Fairhaven
- **state**: MA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Fort Phoenix, Fairhaven MA
- **lat**: 41.628945754035
- **long**: -70.897740270844
- **full address**: Fort Phoenix, Fairhaven MA, 42 Cedar St, Fairhaven, MA 02719-2731, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Harbor of Courage - Fairhaven Village Militia being held?
  - **A:** Harbor of Courage - Fairhaven Village Militia takes place on Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sun, 17 May, 2026 at 03:00 pm at Fort Phoenix, Fairhaven MA, 42 Cedar St, Fairhaven, MA 02719-2731, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Harbor of Courage - Fairhaven Village Militia?
  - **A:** Harbor of Courage - Fairhaven Village Militia is organized by Fairhaven Village Militia.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Harbor of Courage - Fairhaven Village Militia is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Fairhaven, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 70+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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