Revolutionary War Reenactment Comes To Manalapan

Two Revolutionary War battles that took place in New York will be reenacted at the Monmouth Battlefield State Park in Manalapan this weekend.

The Battle of Brooklyn Heights and the Battle of Harlem Heights will be reenacted in commemoration of their 240th anniversaries. Usually held in New York, the Manalapan park was chosen because of the space and facilities available to reenactors and spectators.

Over 400 uniformed "troops," cannons, and horses will take part in the two battles. Camps, sutlers, and demonstrations of period cooking, laundry, music and medical practices will also take place.

Kids can get in on the action too, with wooden musket drills just for them.

The reenactments will be held on Sept. 17 at 3:00 PM and Sept. 18 at 2:00 PM. The camp site and programming will go from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM on Saturday, and 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Sunday.

A $10 donation per car is asked to cover event costs, and food will be available for purchase. More information can be found on the Friends of Monmouth website.

Image via Crossroads of the American Revolution