Revolutionary War Comes Alive at
Mamaroneck's Historic Harbor Street Fair June 8

from the Historic Harbor Street Fair

(May 23, 2003) The sounds of musket and cannon fire will once again ring in Mamaroneck as members of the British Brigade and the Brigade of the American Revolution, a non-profit living history association dedicated to recreating the life and times of the common soldier of the Revolutionary War, re-enact of the Skirmish of Heathcote Hill as part of Mamaroneck’s Historic Harbor Street Fair to be held on Sunday, June 8.

The group was founded in 1977 to take part in reenactments of the American Revolution and maintains a strict goal of authenticity. The Skirmish of Heathcote Hill in Mamaroneck was a delaying action by General Washington in his retreat from New York, which allowed his main army to establish new defensive positions in the City of White Plains.

Visitors to the Fair will experience what an authentic military encampment was like during the Revolutionary War, including tactical exercises, firelock shooting competition and more.
Other events planned during the Fair include 3 tall sailing ships in Mamaroneck harbor, a re-creation of a 1940’s USO canteen, a tribute to Mamaroneck’s golden silent movies era and a historical view of Mamaroneck through a collection of vintage photographs. There will be strolling performers, live music and games, along with booths and exhibitions featuring a wide variety of entertainment, food, art and antiques.

The Fair will run from 11am to 4pm and will feature a large number of events and programs, which will be both entertaining and educational – emphasizing the richness of Mamaroneck’s diverse culture and its fascinating history.