Pioneer Life Week at Carter Caves SRP

A week dedicated to the Revolutionary War, The War of 1812 and the settlement of lands around the Ohio river, Reenactors, musical entertainment and many historical programs brings this rich heritage back to life. The pioneer camp is open from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Monday - Saturday and 11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. on Sunday. Other programs include lantern tours Saltpetre Cave, tomahawk throwing, black powder rifle demonstrations, spinning and weaving demonstrations, primitive fire making, and pioneer clothing interpretation. On Saturday is County Fair day which includes displays of flintknapping, arrowheads, old time machinery, woodcarving, appalachian toys and games. We will also have a pie auction, pioneer vittles tasting and a seed spitting contest. www.parks.ky.gov
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