Enjoy Revolutionary War Reenactment At Barnegat Historical Spot

BARNEGAT, NJ — Did you know a piece of Revolutionary War era history lives on here in Barnegat? While the American Revolution's last major conflict was the Battle of Yorktown, there were dozens of small skirmishes leading up to the signing of the Treaty of Paris in 1783. The last of these was apparently in Barnegat, according to officials.

On Dec. 27, 1782, "the Affair at Cedar Bridge" happened when Loyalist John Bacon battled with the Burlington Militia. You can read more about it here.

Now, the Ocean County Department of Parks & Recreation is hosting their 19th commemoration of the Affair ahead of its 240th anniversary.

A reenactment will be held on Dec. 11 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Cedar Bridge Tavern (200 Old Halfway Road, Barnegat).

Participants are asked to park along Ocean County Route 610 and the County will shuttle them to the historic site.

The reenactments will be held at 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m.

Per Parks & Recreation:

The participating reenactors wear period appropriate clothing and fire empty black-powder muskets to recapture the smoke, sounds, and action of the battle. Guests can tour the building and grounds and enjoy the fire pit. Large-size chess and checkers will be available for guests to play. Crafts will be available for children. The “Sea Dogs” band will be on site performing period appropriate music throughout the day. Period refreshments will be provided on a limited bases. Guests may be able to spot the first horse mounted soldier(s) to ever participate in the event.

This is an outdoor event held rain or shine, so guests are asked to dress appropriately.

For more information, call (732) 929-4769 or visit their website at www.oceancountyparks.org.