Battle at Chadds Ford (Sept 10 & 11)

Battle at Chadds Ford ~ Historic Chadds Ford Days

Saturday, September 10th and Sunday, September 11th, 2022

10:00am – 5:00pm

The CFHS is excited to announce that we will be hosting a battle reenactment on September 10th and 11th. Join us for a historical journey back to September 11th 1777 when the British army engaged Washington’s troops at Chads’ Ford.  Two timed skirmishes and a firing demo will take place each day.  Additionally, reenactors, camp followers, demonstrators and other historians will be on site for all to engage with.  Live music, food, and beverages will be available.

Location:

The Chadds Ford Historical Society

Barn Visitors Center

1736 Creek Road, Chadds Ford, PA 19317

Admission:

Admission is available at the gate on the day of the event (no pre-sale tickets are available):

$10 for adults 18 and older

$5 for children 7 – 17

FREE for ages 6 years & under and CFHS members (please show your membership card)

Note: we will NOT have an ATM at the event.  We will be accepting Cash & Credit Cards at Admissions and our Bread Sales booth, as will the food & drink vendors.

Dogs are welcome and must be on a leash – Please clean up after your pet.  Please note: noise levels will be high during the skirmishes at 11:30 a.m. and 3:30p.m., also during the firing demo at 1:30 p.m., so be aware when you bring your furry family member.

Parking:

Parking is located in a field adjacent to the festival on N. Creek Road. Police and attendants will be onsite to guide you. Please park only in lots designated for event parking. Please DO NOT PARK along Route 1 (Baltimore Pike), Creek Road (Route 100), in nearby business parking lots or neighborhoods.