# Event Details - **Event Name**: Lebanon Towne Militia Encampment at Stanley-Whitman House - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 30 May, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat, 30 May, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Connecticut's Ye Olde Lebanon Towne Militia camps on our historic grounds: drills, trades, hearth cooking, music, and 18th-century life.About this EventOn Saturday, May 30, the grounds of the Stanley-Whitman House come alive.Ye Olde Lebanon Towne Militia, Co. 1775 — a dedicated living-history group portraying soldiers and civilians of Connecticut's Third Regiment — sets up camp on the museum's historic grounds for a full afternoon of immersive Revolutionary War interpretation.Formed to honor the service of Lebanon's Revolutionary War soldiers in the 6th Company, 3rd Connecticut Regiment, the militia brings both military and civilian life to vivid presence. Throughout the afternoon, the encampment fills with military drills, inspections, and demonstrations alongside a wide array of civilian trades: basket-making, hearth cooking, leatherworking, music, and more. Members dress in historically accurate clothing and carry period-correct equipment, interpreting the everyday realities of those who served — and those who waited at home.Set against the backdrop of the c. 1720 Stanley-Whitman House — one of New England's finest surviving examples of Post-Medieval English architecture and a National Historic Landmark — visitors are invited to tour the historic house, explore the 17th- and 18th-century gardens, and move freely through the encampment, asking questions and engaging with interpreters throughout the afternoon.This program is part of our America 250 programming, marking the 250th anniversary of American independence with living history that puts the human experience of the Revolution at the center.The encampment on the museum grounds is free and open to the public. Historic house tours are available at regular admission rates. The Roots & Reflections painting exhibition by Rachael and John O'Shaughnessy is free to view in the Spear Classroom and Whitman Tavern, and the museum store will be open throughout the afternoon.Watch a short video from last year's encampment: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/7da9aae0-32a5-11f1-8d5f-efb55bc4316e-rimg-w987-h740-dc49462e-gmir.jpg About Ye Olde Lebanon Towne MilitiaYe Olde Lebanon Towne Militia is a dedicated living-history group portraying soldiers and civilians of Connecticut's Third Regiment during the American Revolution. Through historically accurate drills, encampments, and demonstrations, the militia educates the public about colonial military life and the everyday experiences of those who lived through America's fight for independence. Members participate in events throughout New England, bringing history to life through authentic clothing, equipment, and interpretation.Learn more at lebanonmilitia.comHighlightsFull Revolutionary War encampment on the historic grounds — free admissionRoots & Reflections painting exhibition — free in the Spear Classroom and Whitman TavernHistoric house tours are available at regular admissionGood to know This program takes place outdoors on the museum grounds. Historic house tours are available at regular admission. The Roots & Reflections painting exhibition by Rachael and John O'Shaughnessy is free to view in the Spear Classroom and Whitman Tavern, and the museum store will be open. Dress comfortably for the weather. Free parking on site. Contact averzosa@stanleywhitman.org with any questions.Watch a short video from last year's encampment: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/7de07250-32a5-11f1-88de-4b8b8967f1af-rimg-w987-h740-dcc3baa8-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/7e0c3d40-32a5-11f1-8d5f-efb55bc4316e-rimg-w904-h740-dc5c4d48-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/farmington/lebanon-towne-militia-encampment-at-stanley-whitman-house/100001986847228545 - **Event Categories**: Art, Exhibitions, fine-arts - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Farmington - **state**: CT - **country**: United States - **location**: Stanley-Whitman House - **lat**: 41.72160770000001 - **long**: -72.82482249999998 - **full address**: Stanley-Whitman House, 37 High Street, Farmington, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Lebanon Towne Militia Encampment at Stanley-Whitman House - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/707c351bf6edb9e813aae7a32e9f727cf092aa41120e0af259efb7030c7f3f4a-rimg-w1200-h600-dc2d2e18-gmir.jpg?v=1775582234 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Lebanon Towne Militia Encampment at Stanley-Whitman House being held? - **A:** Lebanon Towne Militia Encampment at Stanley-Whitman House takes place on Sat, 30 May, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Sat, 30 May, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Stanley-Whitman House, 37 High Street, Farmington, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Lebanon Towne Militia Encampment at Stanley-Whitman House? - **A:** Lebanon Towne Militia Encampment at Stanley-Whitman House is organized by Stanley-Whitman House. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Lebanon Towne Militia Encampment at Stanley-Whitman House is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Farmington, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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