Special Event

Event

Whiskey Rebellion 2025

Friendship Hill National Historic Site

Fee:

Free.

Location: LAT/LONG: 39.775534, -79.931282


Vendors, rangers and demonstrators will be on the grounds, and the house will be open from 9AM to 5PM Saturday and Sunday. The grounds and trails are open sunrise to sunset.

Dates & Times

Date:

Saturday, August 30, 2025

Time:

9:00 AM

Duration:

8 hours

Type of Event

Children’s Program
Cultural/Craft Demonstration
Exhibition/Show
Living History
Partner Program
Talk

18th century weapons demonstrations at 11 AM, 1 PM and 3 PM


Description

Learn more about Albert Gallatin and the Whiskey Rebellion of 1791 to 1794 in south western Pennsylvania. There will be black powder artillery and small arms demonstrations, numberous 18th century goods from a variety of vendors, and some food trucks. Albert Gallatin will also be attending!

Activities will run both Saturday, August 30th and Sunday, August 31st from 9 AM to 5 PM. The Gallatin House will be open those hours for self-guided tours, viewing of the park films, and exploring the grounds and ten miles of trails. Talk with rangers in the house or on the grounds between the cannon and flintlock musket firing. 

Reservation or Registration: No


Contact Information

Brian Reedy
724-329-2501
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