Taste Of History Event 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a free event? Yes! This event is free for public, reenactors, and Field Kitchens. Vendors are charged $75.
Is the Food Free? Field kitchens will be serving food free to the public (and reenactors/vendors) Friday and Saturday from 12 – 4pm. Donations by the public are appreciated! The event will provide breakfast and dinner for reenactors/vendors 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 19 9am-5pm and Saturday, June 20 9am-6pm. Field kitchens will serve samples 12-4pm (or until the kitchens run out of food). Reenactors can be on site Monday and Thursday to setup, with the event Friday and Saturday, and Sunday a tear down and pack up day.
Where is the event? The event is held at Sandstone Village at 763 Milan Ave, Amherst, OH 44001
Where can I park? Free parking is about a ¼ mile down the road and there will be free shuttles running between the event site and parking lot n Friday and Saturday during the event. Parking address: Amherst Junior High School 548 Milan Ave, Amherst, OH 44001
Can I make a donation? There will be donation buckets by each field kitchen and there will be volunteers walking around with donation buckets. 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 .
Inclement Weather? The event will be held rain or shine.
Can I go in historical buildings? The buildings will be open for the event.
I am interested in being a vendor. 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.
As a field kitchen, 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.
As a participant, How early can I arrive to set up? How late can I stay? Reenactors and vendors can arrive on site as early as Monday, and leave Sunday by 4pm.
As a reenactor can I set a display that is NOT a field kitchen? Yes. All displays are encouraged. Just let us know what kind of space you or your unit needs when you register.
I reenact as a civilian. Can I come and set up? 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 and food. 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
Is the event providing any extras just for reenactors and vendors? The event will provide breakfast and dinner on Friday and Saturday 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 ballot so that they can vote for their favorite kitchen both Friday and Saturday. The official judging for the best food and best display 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a free event? Yes! This event is free for public, reenactors, and Field Kitchens. Vendors are charged $75.
Is the Food Free? Field kitchens will be serving food free to the public (and reenactors/vendors) Friday and Saturday from 12 – 4pm. Donations by the public are appreciated! The event will provide breakfast and dinner for reenactors/vendors 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 19 9am-5pm and Saturday, June 20 9am-6pm. Field kitchens will serve samples 12-4pm (or until the kitchens run out of food). Reenactors can be on site Monday and Thursday to setup, with the event Friday and Saturday, and Sunday a tear down and pack up day.
Where is the event? The event is held at Sandstone Village at 763 Milan Ave, Amherst, OH 44001
Where can I park? Free parking is about a ¼ mile down the road and there will be free shuttles running between the event site and parking lot n Friday and Saturday during the event. Parking address: Amherst Junior High School 548 Milan Ave, Amherst, OH 44001
Can I make a donation? There will be donation buckets by each field kitchen and there will be volunteers walking around with donation buckets. 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 .
Inclement Weather? The event will be held rain or shine.
Can I go in historical buildings? The buildings will be open for the event.
I am interested in being a vendor. 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.
As a field kitchen, 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.
As a participant, How early can I arrive to set up? How late can I stay? Reenactors and vendors can arrive on site as early as Monday, and leave Sunday by 4pm.
As a reenactor can I set a display that is NOT a field kitchen? Yes. All displays are encouraged. Just let us know what kind of space you or your unit needs when you register.
I reenact as a civilian. Can I come and set up? 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.
I reenact as a civilian. Can I come and set up? 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 and food. 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
Is the event providing any extras just for reenactors and vendors? The event will provide breakfast and dinner on Friday and Saturday 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 ballot so that they can vote for their favorite kitchen both Friday and Saturday. The official judging for the best food and best display 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.