Old Sturbridge Village: Redcoats & Rebels

Spend the afternoon photographing history come alive. Hundreds of reenactors — soldiers, artisans, and camp followers — bring the American Revolution to life with drills, musket and cannon demonstrations, and a full battle reenactment. We'll explore the grounds and colonial-era buildings, working with available light both outdoors and inside.

Overview

Old Sturbridge Village's Redcoats & Rebels event is packed with photo opportunities: reenactors in period dress, artisan craftspeople at work, historic architecture, and the energy of live drills and battle scenes. We'll meet at a central spot (exact location shared via email after registration) and walk through the village together as a group, timed around the day's key events, including the Artillery Demonstration and the Battle: Redcoats and Rebels.

This is a day trip class — a one-time outing rather than a repeating workshop — open to beginner and intermediate photographers.

Who Should Attend & What You'll Learn

This class is a great fit if you're new to photography or just curious about capturing history in action. No experience needed — we'll help you make the most of the moment.

What you'll learn:

• How to photograph a live event

• Composition basics for people, objects, and architecture

• Adjusting exposure as you move between sun and shade, indoors and out

• What makes an event photo feel alive

Recommended Gear

• DSLR or mirrorless camera

• A zoom lens in the 55-250mm or 70-300mm range works best for the day's action

• Hat and sunscreen

• Snacks and water (also available for purchase on-site)

• *Tripods are not permitted at OSV without special permission

A Few Things to Know

• This event is rain or shine.

• OSV admission ($32) is not included in your BPW tuition — tickets must be purchased separately for entry to the venue. You can find event details and ticket info on the OSV Redcoats & Rebels event page.