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Encampment on Thompson Creek- A Revolutionary War Living History Weekend Event in Yelm, WA

Saturday, July 19th, 2025- 10am-5pm Sunday, July 20th, 2025- 10am-3pm

Calling all history enthusiasts, military devotees, and families with children seeking an unique weekend experience! Don't miss our upcoming Yelm event in July 2025 - Encampment on Thompson Creek! Join us for a weekend of engaging Revolutionary War era military demonstrations, fife and drum music, and an 18th century living history camp at the end of George Rd in Yelm, WA. Entertaining and educational activities for the whole family!

Gain fascinating insights into the lives of soldiers, civilians, and sailors of the 18th century. Meet and learn from our represented units at the event:

  • 43rd Regiment of Foot (British infantry)
  • 3rd New Hampshire (American infantry)
  • Artillery (Royal and Continental)
  • Fife & Drum (marching band)
  • HMS Chatham (NAVY)
  • Colonial Civilians

Learn how an 18th century cannon is fired- then see it happen!

Watch the infantry regiments drill and fire their muskets !

Study 18th century replica maps with the HMS Chatham.

Talk with Patriot and Loyalist civilians in camp.

Listen to battle-ready songs of the Columbia Fife & Drum. 

See how life was lived in the Revolutionary War Era.


$5 suggested donation per adult (children free). Free parking and restrooms are available. Handicap accessible grounds. Homeschool groups welcome. Families and children encouraged.


Mark your calendars for this unique living history weekend event in Yelm, WA!

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July 19, 2025 - 10am-5pm

July 20, 2025 - 10am-3pm


Turn off Hwy 507 onto George Rd. Follow signs to the event!

Encampment on Thompson Creek

George Road Southeast, Yelm, Washington 98597, United States

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