Celebrate the Historic Encampment at Franklin Park Honoring Virginia’s 250th

The Loudoun County Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Services invites the community to celebrate Virginia’s 250th (VA250) with The Road to Independence Historical Encampment, a free, family-friendly event that brings the American Revolution to life. The event will be held on Saturday, May 23, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Franklin Park, located at 17501 Franklin Park Drive in Purcellville.        

This special program honors Virginia’s role in the nation’s founding and supports the statewide VA250 commemoration by offering residents and visitors an opportunity to experience early American life through historical interpreters, immersive activities, live demonstrations, and hands-on learning for all ages.  

The Road to Independence Historical Encampment will feature the mounted soldiers of the First Dragoons, members of the Sons of the American Revolution Sgt. Maj. John Champe Chapter, and immersive historic demonstrations by the Loudoun Heritage Farm Museum. The First Dragoons, with Horses in Action, have brought Revolutionary War history to the public since 2018. They share the story of the 1st Light Dragoons and the civilians who supported the Continental Army through live demonstrations and battle reenactments.

More information about The Road to Independence Historical Encampment can be found on the PRCS website here.

The Road to Independence Historical Encampment will be held rain or shine. In the case of severe weather, a cancellation notice will be posted on the Loudoun County Parks, Recreation and Community Services and the Franklin Park Facebook pages.