250th Anniversary of Henry Knox’s Noble Train of Artillery at Old Sturbridge Village
*The event has already taken place on this date: Sun, 02/01/2026
Visit Old Sturbridge Village this January for a one-of-a-kind event, commemorating the 250th Anniversary of Henry Knox’s Noble Train of Artillery. In partnership with Fort Ticonderoga, this unique event explores the Noble Train as it went from Fort Ticonderoga through central Massachusetts, and onward to Boston. Join staff from Fort Ticonderoga and reenactors from Knox’s Regiment of Artillery to discover how Henry Knox’s achieved the 300 mile journey to deliver 59 artillery pieces to Dorchester Heights. Examine reproduction artillery tools and ammunition to understand the importance of artillery in the Revolutionary War. Explore the historic Village and interact with costumed historians as they demonstrate the facets of daily life after the Revolution, hear stories from reenacted patriots who marched on the Trail, see cannon demonstrations, and learn about the impacts the Revolution had on people in the 1830s. On Saturday only, visit the Bullard Tavern in the evening for Tavern Night. Learn about tavern life in the 1830s and enjoy authentic food and drinks in an immersive early 19th-century setting, served by Bullard Tavern’s roaring fireplaces. Reservations are required and space is limited.
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More Highlights Include:
- See oxen in action as they demonstrate hauling cannons from Fort Ticonderoga to Dorchester Heights.
- Watch Knox’s Regiment of Artillery demonstrate cannon firing in 1776.
- Learn about American artillery of the Revolution compared to the Massachusetts Artillery of the 1830s.
- Try using an artillery engine, lifting reproduction cannon from Fort Ticonderoga.
- Handle reproduction cannon ammunition and explore their types and use.
- See our cabinetmakers building a log sled based on one in our collection.
- Learn about using draft animals and their importance to early 19th-century farmers, featuring our ox teams.
- See our blacksmiths forging cannon carriage hardware.
- Hear stories from a recreated patriot who marched on the Knox Trail from Pittsfield to Cambridge in 1976.
1 Old Sturbridge Village Road, Sturbridge, MA 01566, USA
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Organization:
Old Sturbridge VillageLocation:
1 Old Sturbridge Village Road
Sturbridge, MA, 01566United States
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Phone:
(508) 733-1830Contact name:
Visitor Center
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The event has already taken place on this date:
02/01/2026
Time:
10 am - 4 pm
Price:
Included with Standard Daytime Admission or Village Membership - Reservations are required and space is limited
Ages
All Ages Adults & kids together Adults without kidsWeb Service