The Battle of Bushy Run

THE ANNIVERSARY REENACTMENT

Witness a clash of cultures as historical reenactors bring the Battle of Bushy Run to life! Each year, the BRBHS commemorates the Battle of Bushy Run on the first Saturday and Sunday in August with a large-scale, reenactment. Visitors will learn firsthand what caused Native American warriors and British soldiers to take up arms against each other during a two-day battle in August 1763 during Pontiac’s War. They will also discover what life was like on the frontier for European settlers and Native peoples alike in this historical reenactment.

In addition to the reenactments occurring on both Saturday and Sunday, events include morning historical demonstrations, eighteenth century military camps, a Native American village, a sutler trade area, live historical music, a children’s area, concession stand, and more!

The 262nd Anniversary Reenactment will take place on August 2 & 3, 2025.

Registration is now available for reenactors and sutlers!

All registrations must be submitted to Bushy Run by July 19, 2025. Applicants must be approved to attend the event as a reenactor or sutler. We cannot guarantee on-site registration for walk-ons. Please follow these steps to complete your registration.

Carefully read the PHMC Safety Manual for Historic Weapons Programs (Jan ’18 ed.). This is a requirement even if you do not intend to handle weapons during the weekend program. Click here to read a PDF copy of the safety manual.
Complete your registration form. You may submit an application as an individual or collectively as a unit. You may submit the form via email or physical mail to the listed address. Click here to view the 2025 registration form.
Gather some photos of your individual impression, or of your group’s collective impression, for submission to our jury. This helps us ensure all historical impressions are as accurate as possible. If you’re looking for guidance in developing your impression, please read these guidelines, but know that our jury will have the final say. Photos can be emailed to manager@bushyrunbattlefield.com
Once your registration form and photos have been submitted, the museum will keep you informed of the jury decision.

While we do not charge for registration , the non-profit Bushy Run Battlefield Heritage Society will accept donations from any sutlers or vendors who profit at the event.

Check-in will be available Friday evening and early Saturday morning. More specific details on times and parking availability will become available closer to the event.

The Battle of Bushy Run

THE ANNIVERSARY REENACTMENT

The 262nd Anniversary Reenactment will take place on August 2 & 3, 2025.

All registrations must be submitted to Bushy Run by July 19, 2025. Applicants must be approved to attend the event as a reenactor or sutler. We cannot guarantee on-site registration for walk-ons. Please follow these steps to complete your registration.

Carefully read the PHMC Safety Manual for Historic Weapons Programs (Jan ’18 ed.). This is a requirement even if you do not intend to handle weapons during the weekend program. Click here to read a PDF copy of the safety manual.

Complete your registration form. You may submit an application as an individual or collectively as a unit. You may submit the form via email or physical mail to the listed address. Click here to view the 2025 registration form.

Once your registration form and photos have been submitted, the museum will keep you informed of the jury decision.

While we do not charge for registration , the non-profit Bushy Run Battlefield Heritage Society will accept donations from any sutlers or vendors who profit at the event.

Check-in will be available Friday evening and early Saturday morning. More specific details on times and parking availability will become available closer to the event.

Please feel free to reach out to manager@bushyrunbattlefield.com with any questions!

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