How to Get Started in Living History | Prickett's Fort School of the Longhunter

Living history is at the crossroads of patriotism and reverence for the past. Every American has a duty to build upon the legacy that has been handed down to us, but it is important that in our zeal for building the future we do not forget the past. Breathing life into our American Heritage is an honor that living historians take very seriously. The gentlemen in this video have invested years of their lives into accurately portraying some of the most formative times in the American identity; the 18th-century frontier as it was seen during the French and Indian War and American Revolution. This was a rugged time and place, characterized by individuality, independence from authority, and an unrelenting desire to explore new frontiers, both physically and figuratively.

This year’s School of the Longhunter, hosted annually at Prickett’s Fort, marks a step toward taking my passion for the 18th-century more seriously. This was my first time attending a formal living history event, and I had a great time! I was able to meet so many kind and passionate people throughout the weekend and I highly recommend the event to anyone looking to take their longhunter or frontiersman persona to the next level. This is a very welcoming group, and everyone was generous with their knowledge and happy to provide mentorship.

In this video I directed a little bit of that mentorship towards the YouTube community, highlighting some key advice from some of the most experienced attendees at the event.

If you are an experienced living historian, please drop some advice in the comments section for younger guys like me!

Check out the Prickett’s Fort website: https://www.prickettsfort.org/