# Event Details - **Event Name**: Open Fire Cooking: Revolutionary War Camp Cooking - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 02:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: What did Connecticut's soldiers eat? Join Dennis Picard at an open fire to cook and taste the rations of the Revolution. Rain or shine.About this EventCome to the fire.Connecticut sent more men into the American Revolution than nearly any other colony — and someone had to feed them. Join us on the grounds of the Stanley-Whitman House on Saturday, May 16, at 12:00 PM for Open Fire Cooking: Revolutionary War Camp Cooking, an outdoor living-history demonstration with Dennis Picard.Soldiers in the Continental Army were promised daily rations. What they actually received was another matter. Around an open fire, Dennis will demonstrate how troops made do with what they had — dried peas, flour, turnips, and the ingenuity of people who had no other choice. Come ready to watch, ask questions, and taste.Food in colonial Connecticut was shaped by religious beliefs, tradition, geography, and the rhythms of the growing season. Each region developed its own dietary habits, and the soldiers who marched from the Connecticut River Valley carried those traditions with them into camp. This program explores that story through the most direct means possible: cooking and eating it.This is a rain-or-shine outdoor program. Dress for the weather.Open Fire Cooking is part of our America 250 programming, marking the 250th anniversary of American independence with programs that bring the everyday lives of ordinary people — soldiers, families, and communities — into vivid focus.Space is limited. Reserve your place today.Ticket pricing Members $20, General $25. The program is family-friendly, and all ages are welcome with adult supervision.HighlightsOutdoor open-fire cooking demonstration, rain or shineTaste the actual rations of Connecticut's Revolutionary soldiersAmerica 250 programming with living-history interpreter Dennis PicardGood to know This program takes place outdoors on the museum grounds. It runs rain or shine — dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. The program is family-friendly, and all ages are welcome with adult supervision. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/farmington/open-fire-cooking-revolutionary-war-camp-cooking/100001986843004912 - **Event Categories**: it - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 28.52, 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**: Open Fire Cooking: Revolutionary War Camp Cooking - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/b0f811b7815219df87ab55dad7c9344d4e7273827e4ecd2951d7e9ffe7e3ea82-rimg-w1200-h600-dc4a4236-gmir.jpg?v=1775582239 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Open Fire Cooking: Revolutionary War Camp Cooking being held? - **A:** Open Fire Cooking: Revolutionary War Camp Cooking takes place on Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 02:00 pm at Stanley-Whitman House, 37 High Street, Farmington, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Open Fire Cooking: Revolutionary War Camp Cooking? - **A:** Tickets for Open Fire Cooking: Revolutionary War Camp Cooking are priced at USD 29 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityMemberUSD 20AvailableNon-MemberUSD 29 + USD 4 feeAvailableDonation in support of the museumFreeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Open Fire Cooking: Revolutionary War Camp Cooking? - **A:** Open Fire Cooking: Revolutionary War Camp Cooking is organized by Stanley-Whitman House. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Open Fire Cooking: Revolutionary War Camp Cooking is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. 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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