Cockayne Farmstead World War II Living History Weekend
September 7-8 Experience the sights, sounds, and stories of the Second World War and honor all local veterans. This year’s event will take place at John Marshall High School in Glen Dale, WV.
There will be so much to see and do! Check out the World War II camp to learn from re-enactors what a soldiers’ experience might have been and see some awesome World War II vehicles up close.
Then visit with Cat Gardiner and learn about what people on the home front did to support the war effort. Step into her recreated 1940s house to find out the many ways that women and children rationed, collected vital materials, and worked together to make sure our soldiers had what they needed to win the war.
Walk through numerous displays and learn about different aspects of the war and the organizations that are helping keep the stories of our veterans alive.
Sit and listen to some of our fantastic speakers. Learn about the USS Indianapolis, WWII tanks, WV native Colonel Ruby Bradley, Jackie Cochran, and so much more.
Click here for the full speaker schedule https://static1.squarespace.com/static/568395751c12101f97aff8bf/t/66d8803ecf24080b56266a15/1725464639061/Detailed+Schedule.pdf
There will be activities for kids including the Scrap Drive Scavenger hunt and Bootcamp Obstacle Course. Can you beat the fastest time? Food trucks will also be on site.
A Car Show will be held as part of the event on Saturday from 11-3pm. Registration is $10 per car. Pre-registration is not required. Bring your favorite wheels or just stroll through to check out the amazing vehicles on display. Dash plaques for the first 50 cars, 50/50 drawing, and trophies for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place.
Then Saturday evening from 7-10 pm at St. Jude Hall come dance the night away at a 1940s Swing Dance with music provided by Matt Hill and Friends. Everyone is welcome and tickets are only $8 at the door. Concessions, beer, and wine will be available for purchase. If you’d like to learn some new steps to participate on the dance floor, there will be a beginner swing dance lesson beginning at 6:30!
