The Revolutionary War Overnight Adventure on the grounds of Colonial Chesterfield at Riley's Farm combines our popular day time Revolutionary War Adventure with an evening of living history fun in our recreation of a New England farmstead from the 18th century.  Participants typically stay overnight in period marquis tents or in our cabins.  

A typical journey begins in the evening at 5:00 PM when guests are assigned a cot in their sleeping quarters, take part in an orientation meeting and are divided into groups called "townships."  Students then undergo martial training as well various other fun activities. During dinner, they enjoy period musicians playing 18th century music and a visit from Patrick Henry.

In the morning, you will explore some of the farm's vast 760 acres of hiking trails by taking a period scout to the top of a local hill, still on the watch for the "enemy."   After skirmishing with the redcoats you will enjoy a farm breakfast of eggs, bacon, french bread casserole and orange juice.   By the time breakfast is over, you will use your one hour of free time to prepare for the day's version of our Revolutionary War Adventure

Group Leaders and Teachers: you will be invoiced for your deposit. If you prefer, you can also use a credit card to make a deposi. A Typical Deposit is 10%

Living History Stations During the day time tour learn about the Stamp Act, Quartering Act, Admiralty Court, Colonial Life and more!
	Advanced Drilling Participate in extended martial drilling time and fine tune that militia! Learn advanced skills and maneuvers and enjoy competitions to see who can follow commands best.
Patrick Henry During dinner, get a visit from the famous patriot Patrick Henry, who will interact with students and maybe even be roused into giving his "Give Me Liberty or Give me Death" oration.
	Music Enjoy live period music during dinner in the Hawk's Head Publick House. Following supper, hear a story or two while you get ready for a good night's sleep.
Rustic Sleeping In the 18th century, the tavern floor was also used for sleeping. We won't make you sleep on the floor, but have fold out cots. Depending on weather, you may get to sleep in tents, the cider cellar, the tavern or a barn.
	Restrooms and Showers For your convenience, our restroom facilities include all the  essential modern amenities. Each restroom has two private showers with hot water for those who have use of it.*
Farm Hikes Enjoy long walks around our beautiful 760 acre farm. Learn about the natural environment, and possibly even run into enemy troops, in which a skirmish is sure to ensue!
	18th Century Games Take a break to play some fun 18th century games out on the green. Learn about trap ball, hoop and stick, graces, and more! Get a chance to play a few games that the day time group doesn't have time to see.

Tour content may vary.

*Shower time is not included in the program. You can choose to miss part of the program in order to shower in the morning or evening.