Historic Staley Mill Farm and Indian Creek Distillery and the Elizabeth Township Historical Society will present a living history event Saturday October 20 from 9am-5pm. 

Come experience activities based on real events on the Ohio Frontier in the fall of 1812. Blockhouses were being built, soldiers were being trained, and entire communities were preparing to defend themselves. People living in Miami County in 1812 were looking to the possibility of real active warfare.  

Various types of 1812 period camps will be featured in different locations at the Staley Farm site and will portray actual activities that were happening in the fall of 1812 in Miami County. 

Presentations are scheduled throughout the day at the various camps by historic Interpreters rain or shine.  

Thomas Jefferson, portrayed by Steven Edenbo, featured on The History Channel will speak from 1 to 2 o’clock and will mingle with visitors until 3:30pm. 

Historic artisans will be demonstrating their skills and some will be selling their wares, along with tasty period foods provided by the Elizabeth Township Historical Society.  

Historic Staley Mill Farm, listed on the National Registry of Historic Places and is one of America’s last original pioneer agricultural /industrial farms of its kind. The site features a 1818 grist mill as well The Indian Creek Distillery a New Artisan Early American Distillery thst uses the family’s original 1820 pot stills.  

True Heritage, Timeless History and the Spirit of Liberty reflect Elias Staley’s entrepreneurial vision that has been preserved for 6 generations at the Staley Mill Farm.  

The Elizabeth Township Historical Society a 501(3)c ,non- profit, is the major event sponsor who welcomes other historical organizations  that will be in attendance providing educational displays and information about their organizations and up coming events. 

Additional sponsorship support provided by Patty Rose Allstate Insurance, in Troy and Have History Will Travel. 

Event tickets are are $5.00 which includes admission to the event and a tour of the distillery. Parking is free. Tours of the 1818 Grist Mill are $5.00. Tickets will be sold the day of the event.   

For more information on presale tickets to the event or where to purchase tickets call  (937) 216-0949.