OHIO VALLEY FRONTIER DAYS AT HISTORIC FORT STEUBEN
(Admission: adults $3; youth $1; under age 6 free) 

• When: June 21 - 22, 2008 from  10-8 AND 11-5 respectively

• Location: Steubenville, Ohio (120 South Third Street)

• Phone: 740-283-1787

Every year Historic Fort Steuben – a reconstructed 18^th century fort built on its original site overlooking the Ohio River – opens its mighty wooden gates for 2 special days to reenactors, demonstrators, musicians, dancers, storytellers, artists, crafters, and visitors of all ages for its family-friendly Festival. Within the picket walls, the 1^st American Regiment sets up camp and demonstrates the boom of its cannon as well as the daily life of the enlisted men who inhabited the Fort in 1787. Visitors participate in games and contests, make crafts and join in activities that make history come alive. Buildings are open for tours; Baron von Steuben teaches military drill to young volunteers; Chief Logan tells his story while settlers outside the walls provide insight into life on the Ohio frontier. Meet the blacksmith, candle makers, woodworker, and others who demonstrate 18^th & 19^th century skills. Crafts, food, animals, and music – including the 2008 Governor’s Award for the Arts winner Steve Free – make this a weekend the whole family will want to experience.

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