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Camp Ins

For organized youth groups, scout troops and other organized groups, The Old Barracks now offers a unique new way to live history: the camp in!

  • Arrive at the Old Barracks in the late afternoon on Friday or Saturday.
  • "Meet the Past" via our First Person interpretive programs, complete with several costumed interpreters.
  • Watch an historic weapons demonstration.
  • Partake of a soldier's "Common Pot" of stew, cooked over an open fire (weather permitting).
  • Tour the museum.
  • Participate in a period craft activity.
  • Spend the night in the barracks.
  • Eat a "Continental's breakfast.

Requirements

  • Group size: minimum 24, maximum 30. A minimum of 3 adults per group.
  • Price: $33/person inclusive.
  • A 25% non-refundable fee is due two weeks after you set your date. There are a total of 6 sets of bunks.
  • Soldiers slept two to a bunk. We offer the same arrangement. There is additional floor space for adults.
  • Visitors must bring their own sleeping bags and pillows.
  • This is an adventure opportunity that happens rain or shine.
  • Many activities will be conducted outdoors please dress appropriately. There are modern restroom facilities but no showers.
  • Dates are available most Friday/Saturday Nights late March through June and September through October.
  • Bring flash lights

Bring snacks if desired and dinners for those on restricted diets.

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