Revolutionary Days The Battle of Kettle Creek 246th Anniversary Celebration and Reenactment.

Attention all American history lovers and Patriots – step back in time for a weekend of living history and a lot of family fun in historic Washington GA at Revolutionary Days, the 246th Anniversary celebration of the Battle of Kettle Creek February 7-9.

This historic battle, fought just outside Washington in Wilkes County GA, on February 14, 1779, was the only Revolutionary War battle won in Georgia, marking a significant turning point that deterred the British in securing Loyalist support in the Southern colonies. Despite being outnumbered nearly two to one, a determined militia of Patriot forces executed a surprise attack that would become legendary in Georgia's history.

The Kettle Creek Battlefield Park is a unit of the National Parks Service.
 

Friday, February 7. Elijah Clarke Day at Elijah Clarke State Park.

• Events include Revolutionary War living history displays
• Dramatic musket and cannon firing demonstrations.
• A moving wreath-laying ceremony honoring the "Heroes of the Hornet's Nest", Elijah Clarke and John Dooly.
• A complimentary chili luncheon

 
That evening, join fellow history enthusiasts at the Washington-Wilkes Country Club for the annual Kettle Creek Battlefield Association banquet. Starting with a reception at 5:00 pm, guests will enjoy a special presentation by Dr. Jeffrey Wells on "The Importance of the Georgia Backcountry in the Southern Campaign." Tickets are $45, and reservations must be secured by January 31.
 
The celebration continues Saturday, February 8^th in historic Downtown Washington

• Revolutionary War Flag Raising ceremony and Muskat salute at the Wilkes Country Courthouse
• Honor ceremony at the Revolutionary War Monument
• A Revolutionary War Parade around the square
• Battle reenactment at Fort Washington Park behind the courthouse
• Muskat salute and flag ceremony
• Free puppet show: "The American Revolution: 1763-1789" by Washington Little Theater
• A special ceremony at War Hill, the actual Kettle Creek Battlefield site, honoring the Patriots who fought there for our freedom

 
Period costumes are welcome for the parade and other events and descendants of Elijah Clarke and John Dooly are especially encouraged to participate in the Friday ceremonies.

The Kettle Creek Battle exhibit at the Washington Historical Museum includes artifacts from three archaeological surveys conducted at the battle site including bullets, buttons, sword fragments, and more.  You’ll also find personal belongings of Colonel Andrew Pickens, who led the Patriot charge that day, as well as information about African Americans involved in the battle and others from Georgia and South Carolina who served, along with an explanation of their roles. Personal items belonging to General George Washington and reproductions of clothing and uniforms from the Revolutionary War period are also on display.
 
Cap a weekend of history and honor with a Colonial Worship Service at Episcopal Church of the Mediator at 9:00 am on Sunday, February 9.

Make your reservations to stay in beautiful Historic Washington GA for the full commemorative weekend. You’ll enjoy a great selection of dining options, charming shops and boutiques and the beauty of tree-lined streets graced by antebellum and other historic homes, over 100!

This fun and interactive weekend is only a short drive from Atlanta, Athens and Augusta.