Where Three Worlds Collide

250th Anniversary Commemoration
July 1 - 4, 2004

.Join us as we remember the cultures that came into conflict over two and one half centuries ago and understand the impact on our time.

Surrender yourself - where it all began! The following events and programs are planned for July 1-4, 2004. For information on advance ticket sales click here. Thursday, July 1 A Charming Field for an Encounter Featuring a Free Concert by the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra in the Great Meadows Friday, July 2 The Approaching Storm French and Indian War Scholars Panel "George Washington Remembers: Reflections on the French and Indian War", an original manuscript written by George Washington, on exhibit. Saturday and Sunday, July 3 and 4 Clash of Cultures   18th century Cultural Demonstrations —   Encampment — Experience the life of 18th century soldiers and warriors in preparation for battle.   "George Washington Remembers: Reflections on the French and Indian War" on exhibit.   Tactical Demonstration in the Great Meadows   Memorial Service Throughout the weekend Cultural Demonstrators, guest speakers, and book signings are planned throughout the commemoration event. Plus Premier French and Indian War artists Robert Griffing and John Buxton will be on hand to exhibit their work. In the coming years exciting events and programs are planned at Fort Necessity and other French & Indian War sites in the region. The Mount Washington Tavern, a museum about life along the National Road in the mid-19th century, will be open during the commemoration

For More information Contact: Tom Markwardt thomas_markwardt@nps.gov   (724) 329-5512

"Where Three Worlds Collide
- 250th Anniversary Commemoration"
is co-sponsored by the