Wheaton, IL – Revolutionary War history will come to life this Independence Day as Cantigny Park welcomes visitors for a special celebration hosted by the North West Territory Alliance (NWTA), featuring authentic reenactments and interactive exhibits.
According to Cantigny Park organizers, the July 4th event will run from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., showcasing the Hamilton’s New York Provincial Company of Artillery. The unit, a division of NWTA and historical education nonprofit, will perform an 18th-century artillery demonstration, complete with a cannon firing scheduled for 11:30 a.m.
The reenactors, dressed in historically accurate uniforms from 1776, will provide hands-on experiences, including displays of Revolutionary War arms and equipment, children’s games from the 1700s, and a reading of the Declaration of Independence at 12 p.m. Guests will also be invited to attend a “Spy School” session, which will reveal how American patriots communicated covertly during the war.
The event honors Alexander Hamilton, who commanded the real-life artillery company in defense of New York against the British. NWTA has been producing Revolutionary War reenactments at Cantigny for over three decades.
The day’s activities will conclude with a fife and drum performance evoking the Spirit of ’76. Visitors are encouraged to secure parking in advance through Cantigny’s official website.
This family-friendly celebration combines history, patriotism, and entertainment in a uniquely educational setting as the region commemorates America’s founding.
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