Camp Wilton

Camp Wilton is a free, family-friendly open house that brings Revolutionary War and colonial history to life through hands-on, interactive experiences for all ages. Inspired by the two-week encampment of Marquis de Lafayette and Continental forces at Wilton in May 1781, the event highlights the historic 1753 house and its role as a gathering place for military and Virginia leaders during the Revolution.

Designed for immersive family learning, Camp Wilton features living history interpretation, demonstrations, and engaging programs rooted in historical scholarship. Guests can step into a pivotal moment of the Revolution, meeting Lafayette, enjoying historic puppet shows, playing colonial games, trying doll making, and encountering the realities of Revolutionary War military life, including medical interpretation. Part of the Commonwealth’s commemoration of America’s 250th anniversary, Camp Wilton invites visitors of all ages to discover the place where revolutionaries once gathered.