Armistice Day – What Was It Like Then?
Saturday, November 6, 2021 | 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Smeck Park
7395 Basil Rd
Baltimore, OH 43105
On November 11, 1918, World War I effectively came to an end when an armistice went into effect in Europe. To commemorate the occasion, the date became known as Armistice Day. In the United States, the government later opted for the name Veterans Day to honor all American veterans, living and dead.
A group of WWI living historians will show visitors what life was like for US service members in Europe at the end of the war. Visitors will be able to interact with interpreters portraying battle-weary soldiers and aid workers who were sent overseas to provide soldiers with comforts from home.
This is not a presentation that begins and ends at a certain time. Rather, the actors will be onsite and in character from 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Notice 10/28/2021 – This description was updated to reflect a change that was made to the program. Originally, actors were going to be camped along the trail. Instead, they will be stationed in the main parts of the park. The program can now be enjoyed by those who cannot or do not wish to walk the trail. When at the park, we hope you will choose to walk the two-mile-long trail to take in late-autumn views along the way!
Presented in partnership with Baltimore Community Museum.
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Masks are Required*
*Please wear a mask when close to other park visitors. Of course, a mask is not required when outside and not close to other guests.
For the protection of visitors, volunteers, and staff, and to meet government mandates, changes have been made to our public programs. A mask covering both mouth and nose must always be worn while inside any Fairfield County Park District building or structure and/or when within six feet of others. If you cannot or will not wear a mask, please choose to attend programs when there is no public emergency alert in Fairfield County.
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