Hear from Jared Stites, an Indiana teacher on our board of directors!
Take your students beyond the pages of their history book and into the sights, sounds, and stories of early American life in Indiana. At Mississinewa 1812's Education Day, history doesn’t just repeat itself - it comes to life all around you.
This unique field trip opportunity is designed specifically for school groups to immerse themselves in the daily lives of people living in the early 19th century. As they walk through our expansive living history encampment, students will encounter artisans and reenactors demonstrating traditional skills such as pottery throwing, blacksmithing, open-fire cooking, wood turning, candle making, and more. They’ll hear tales from Native storytellers, learn how clothes were made and worn, and witness the bustle of a frontier market.
They’ll see (and hear!) the roar of artillery.
When our cannon fires, it’s more than just a loud boom - it’s an opportunity to
They’ll see (and hear!)
the roar of artillery.
When our cannon fires, it’s more than just a loud boom - it’s an opportunity to
Each encounter is rich with historical context, designed to inspire curiosity and deepen understanding. Whether your class is studying Indiana’s territorial years, early American frontier life, or the War of 1812, Mississinewa 1812 offers a vivid, hands-on experience that complements classroom learning.
PRE-ORDERS HAVE CLOSED FOR 2025, but it's not too late!
You can still order tickets online here or purchase them at the gate!
This year's School Education Day takes place on
Friday, October 3rd, 2025.
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NEW location: 1812 E Tulip Dr, Marion, IN
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Non refundable. Event is rain or shine.
Important information for our Education Day:
Mississinewa 1812 is a living history event. Our reenactors are there to answer questions and demonstrate life as it was during the year of 1812. Educational demonstrations take place throughout the day in different areas. Students are encouraged to ask questions.
Lunches:
Sack lunches and coolers will be collected from the buses and transported to the Dance Tent for your class to retrieve at lunch time.
Parking:
Attendants will guide buses and passenger vehicles to designated parking.
Tickets and Entrance:
Tickets can be purchased here or at the gate.
The pre-order period for $7 student and chaperone tickets has concluded.
Those who purchased Education Day tickets through the pre-order form by 9/22/25 must pay their invoice online or their check must be postmarked by 9/24/25. They will receive an email by 9/27 with their check-in code and details. If you have questions, please email treasurer@mississinewa1812.org.
Do’s and Don'ts for Mississinewa 1812:
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All the encampments are participants’ own private tents and wigwams. Please do not enter the campsite, tents or wigwams without permission.
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Please do not touch or take anything from participant encampments including hedge apples, buckeyes, and other items found in nature.
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Please do ask questions and look at the items set up and displayed in the encampments.
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Please do leave nature as you found it and not disturb the land.
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Please do not toss things into the water, damage trees or move rocks or wood. Please do pick up all trash and use the trash bins to throw away refuse.
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Please do not litter the site.
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Please do have all students supervised and follow the safety guidelines and rules.
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Please do not allow students to roam free or show disrespect to any participant of Mississinewa 1812.
Thank you for choosing to attend Mississinewa 1812 this year. We are looking forward to your arrival! We hope you enjoy our event and join us again in the future.