What is Mississinewa 1812?

It is a large-scale living history event and reenactment that commemorates the Battle of Mississinewa during the War of 1812.

What can visitors see at the event?

Visitors can explore authentic historical camps, including those of the British, Americans, and Native Americans, and meet with reenactors.

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Friday, October 2, 2026

Mississinewa 1812

Name: Mississinewa 1812
Start: 2026-10-02T00:00:00
End: 2026-10-04T00:00:00
Location: Mississinewa Battlefield Society

Mississinewa Battlefield Society · Marion, IN

Mississinewa 1812 is a premier living history event in Grant County hosted by the Mississinewa Battlefield Society. As one of the largest War of 1812 commemorations in the United States, the event allows visitors to explore authentic British, American, and Native American military and river camps. Attendees can engage with historical reenactors to experience life in the Indiana Territory as it existed over two centuries ago.

When

Date: Friday, October 2, 2026
As listed: “2026-10-02T00:00:00”

Where

Venue: Mississinewa Battlefield Society
Address: 3340 South Lincoln Boulevard · Marion, IN · 46953 — Map

Contact

Email: info@mississinewa1812.org
Phone: 765-613-9248

Frequently asked

What is Mississinewa 1812?: It is a large-scale living history event and reenactment that commemorates the Battle of Mississinewa during the War of 1812.
What can visitors see at the event?: Visitors can explore authentic historical camps, including those of the British, Americans, and Native Americans, and meet with reenactors.