Justice is served and you are the jury. After enjoying an evening meal at Williams’ Tavern Restaurant, you will proceed to the 1836 Courthouse. There you will take part in a living history drama where you judge the guilt or innocence of a man accused of murder. The drama is based upon an actual 1844 trial that took place in the same courtroom. Dress casual or wear your favorite 19th century costume. Reservations are required.
Admission: $25 adults; $20 children under 14
Historic Dance Workshop
February 6, 2010 7 p.m. - 10 p.m.
May 8, 2010 7 p.m. - 10 p.m.
July 10, 2010 7 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Did you know there was once a specific dance to pick your next dance partner? Come and learn this and other common dances of the mid-19th century. Enjoy favorites such as the Virginia Reel, Patti-cake Polka, and many more. Dance experience is not required for this evening workshop. Dress is casual. Refreshments furnished. A minimum of 6 people is required for the workshop and the limit is 30. Reservations suggested.
Admission: $18 couples, $10 single
Civil War Supper
April 17, 2010 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Catch a glimpse of a time when brother fought against brother. Visitors will be served a meal Civil War style, and enjoy the fare of the common soldier, who may eat well one day and go without the next. After the meal visitors will participate as refugees from Camden, Arkansas in 1864 as they visit town sites and a Confederate picket line. You never know what might happen on this tour! Reservations are required.
Admission: $25 adults, $20 children under 14
Frontier Days at the Five Trails Rendezvous
February 19 - February 21, 2010 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Travel back in time to a festive pioneer atmosphere. Walk through a frontier encampment and learn about survival skills used by early Arkansas settlers. Watch reenactors demonstrate tomahawk throwing, use of muzzleloading rifles, and more! Families welcome.
Admission to camp: Free
Armed Forces Day at Washington
May 15, 2010 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
The service and sacrifice of soldiers is timeless. This special day is set aside to remember the soldiers who fought in wars that have impacted our country since its founding, particularly the time periods interpreted here at the park. There will be exhibits and first person living history attractions related to the Revolutionary War, War of 1812, Texas Revolution, Mexican War, Civil War, Indian Wars, and World Wars I and II. Representatives of the current military will also be on hand. Help us to honor those that have fought for our freedom.
Admission: Free
Contact
Historic Washington State Park
P.O. Box 129
Washington, AR 71862
Phone: (870) 983-2684
Fax: (870) 983-2736
E-mail: historicwashington@arkansas.com