March 15 & 16, 2008

American Longrifle Association Encampment A portrayal of the Long Hunter era of 1750-1790. This is the annual ALRA encampment. Fort de Chartres State Historic Site, IL

April 5 & 6, 2008

Colonial Trade Fair & Musket Frolic A juried living history event depicting the Illinois country, 1750-1790. Includes shooting matches for rifle and musket, colonial games, and military demonstrations. Fort de Chartres State Historic Site, IL

April 23, 2008

Cannon School An instructional course for the historical artillery man. A certificate of safety will be issued to each participant that passes the course. There will be a line firing competition. Fort de Chartres State Historic Site, IL

April 26 & 27, 2008

Ecole de Soldat Various activities. Professional historians will give lectures on topics of interest to re-enactors. Fort de Chartres State Historic Site, IL

May 4, 2008

Fruehlingsfest Celebrate spring by attending the Antique & Garden Show in the historic district. 9 am – 4 pm Maeystown, IL

May 3, 2008

Kids’ Day A special day for children with 18th century games, contests, story telling, puppet shows, prizes, and refreshments. Free to children of all ages. 10 am – 4 pm Fort de Chartres State Historic Site, IL

May 17 & 18, 2008

Annual Garden Tour Gardens throughout the historic district will be open for touring. Master Gardeners will be on hand to answer questions and provide directions. Herb sale at the Bolduc House. No charge for the tour. Maps provided. 10 am – 5 pm Ste. Genevieve, MO

Main Street Inn Garden

Main Street Inn Pantry Window

Ongoing restoration of Ste. Genevieve's Historic Cemetery