Taste Of History Event 2026
Event Schedule
MHPG/Sandstone Village Taste of History
Monday June 15 th -Sunday June 21st
For after hours arrivals contact:
Joe Fought: 440-281-2210
Matt Sternad: 440-231-1662
Monday June 15 – Wednesday June 17 :
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9:00 am: Registration opens. Open set up, modern vehicles allowed in camp all day
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20:00: Registration closes
Thursday June 18 th:
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09:00: Registration opens. Open set up, modern vehicles allowed in camp all day
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22:00: Registration Closes
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18:00: Shuttle provided to Amherst downtown area for a sponsored reenactor pub crawl. All participants must be in uniform
Friday June 19 th:
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07:00: Last minute registrations open
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07:30: All non period vehicles must be moved off site
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08:00: Sandstone Village is providing a free breakfast to reenactors and vendors
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09:00: Gates open to public
*** Firing demo schedule to be determined
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10:00: Opening ceremony
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12:00: Field kitchens expected to start serving to public
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17:00: Gates close to public
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18:00: VIP dinner
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19:00: Reenactor only swap, blanket sales outside POW barracks (not open to public)
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20:00: Special reenactor only events (TBD)
Saturday June 20th :
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07:30: All non period vehicles must be moved off site
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08:00: Sandstone Village is providing a free breakfast to reenactors and vendors
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09:00: Event opens to public
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10:00: Opening Ceremony
*** Firing demo schedule to be determined
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12:00: Field kitchens expected to start serving to public
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15:50: Presentation meals to be delivered for judging by time slot
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16:00: Judging of meals begins
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17:45: Awards and closing ceremony
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18:00: Event closes to public, non period vehicles permitted to be loaded in camp, not encouraged to stay in camp.
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18:30: Event sponsored beer garden opens to reenactors in uniform and vendors with passes
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19:00: Special reenactor only events (TBD)
Sunday June 21st
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09:00: Site is open to the public, with no restrictions on modern vehicles, tear down, or movement
Event Date/Time: Friday June 19th, 2026 9 am - 5 pm
Saturday June 20th, 2026 9 am - 6 pm
Address: Sandstone Village, 763 Milan Ave, Amherst, OH 44001
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a free event?
Yes! This event is free for public, reenactors, and Field Kitchens to attend. Vendors are charged $75 to set up.
Is the food free?
Field kitchens will be serving food free to the public (and vendors/reenactors) Friday and Saturday from 12:00 – 4:00pm and the site will be providing breakfast and dinner on Friday and Saturday as well.
What is in the food?
There will be a list of ingredients by each field kitchen.
When is the event?
The event is Friday, June 13 and Saturday, June 14, 2025 from 9am to 5pm, with the last admission at 4pm. The kitchens will be serving from noon until 4pm (or until the kitchens run out of food). Reenactors can be on site Wednesday and Thursday to setup, with the event Friday and Saturday, and Sunday a tear down and pack up day.
Where is the event? Where can I park?
The event is held at Sandstone Village at 763 Milan Ave, Amherst, OH 44001 HOWEVER The parking lot is about a ¼ mile down the road and there will be shuttles running between the event site, the parking lot and town on Friday and Saturday.
Parking address: Amherst Junior High School 548 Milan Ave, Amherst, OH 44001
How can I support the event?
There will be donation buckets by each field kitchen and there will be volunteers walking around with donation buckets. You can also donate to MHPG online at <<insert link here>>. To be a sponsor for the event, please contact the Amherst Historical Society at office@amhersthistoricalsociety.org. If you have military items you'd like to donate, please contact msternad@mhpg.us.
What happens if the weather is bad?
The event will be held rain or shine.
Sandstone Village has historical buildings- can I go in them?
The buildings will be open for the event.
I am interested in setting up to sell. How does it work?
We are looking for military surplus or historical / vintage vendors. Anything made after 1970 must be a military item. Vending is $75 and space is flexible based on your needs. It is all outdoor. Click here for more info!
I have a field kitchen and want to set up. Do I get reimbursed for the food I provide?
Yes. Keep all food receipts and bring them to the event. You will be reimbursed for the food costs. Each kitchen will have a donation bucket and donations will be split 50/50 with the kitchen and the event.
I'm a reenactor or vendor. How early can I arrive to set up? How late can I stay?
Reenactors and vendors can arrive on site Wednesday starting at 9am. You must leave the premises by 4pm on Sunday.
I am a reenactor and want to set up a display that isn't a field kitchen. Can I do that?
Yes. All displays are encouraged. Just let us know what kind of space your unit needs when you register.
I reenact as a civilian. Can I come and set up as well?
Yes, historical civilians are invited. Homefront displays are welcome - especially those dealing with rations or wartime cooking. Just let us know what kind of space you need when you register.
Can I bring a military vehicle out?
Yes, military historical vehicles are welcome and encouraged. Just let us know when you register.
Do I need a ticket to attend?
Reenactors and vendors must register in advance so we can make sure there is enough space. Public does not need any tickets to attend.
I'm a reenactor and I am unsure if I can make it; what should I do?
You can register even if you are unsure if you can make it. If you are unable to make the event, please let us know as far in advance as possible. Contact us at msternad@mhpg.us
When does registration for reenactors or vendors close?
Registration closes on June 6, 2024.
I have a question that isn't answered here. Who can I contact?
Please email any questions to msternad@mhpg.us
Is the event providing any extra things just for reenactors and vendors?
The event will provide breakfast on Friday and Saturday morning at 8am on site. There will be a reenactor pub crawl Thursday evening (free shuttle provided). Other reenactor and vendor only events are being planned.
Is there a competition among the field kitchens?
Yes, there will be a competition with five categories this year! Attendees will receive a ticket so that they can vote for their favorite kitchen and favorite display (this includes all historical displays) both Friday and Saturday. The official judging for the best food and best presentation will be on Saturday and the awards ceremony will be at 5pm.
Is there a battle?
There is no battle, but there will be scheduled firing demos.