The Living History Committee is made up of historical re-enactors who appear in period dress at various events. These include the annually scheduled First Burial Grounds Tour in October, the Pathway of the Patriots re-enactment at Old Battle Road in April, and other special events. The Living History Guild is open to men and women of all ages who have a flare for all aspects of performing theater; be it acting, costume making, dance instruction and performance, writing, directing or stage production.

• The Living History Committee - Umbrella Group
  The Living History Committee is composed of two (2) subcommittees, each of which has a slightly different purpose and arrangement.
  • Living History Players
    This sub-committee's main goal is to dramatize historical figures and events through drama, dance, music, and theater arts. The participants, who would be referred to as "actors", are not required to own their costumes, although some may, and costuming can be any combination of theater costume and period dress. The Players are not limited to any particular era and may portray 17th century Founders, Woburn residents during the Revolutionary War, Civil War, or any time between or beyond.
  • 18th century Living History Guild
    These are 18th century reenactors who qualify as individuals to participate in living history programs at Minuteman National Historical Park. Their goal is to bring Woburn's history to life through portrayals using historically accurate period clothing, crafts, and activities at events both within the City and in other communities. They will be encouraged to research and portray a specific Woburn resident during the Revolutionary War, either in character or by narrative. Impressions can also be fictional first person (staying in character as an 18th century person, but not an historical figure) or by relating to the visitor as a 21st century person answering questions about various aspects of our 18th century history.

  Additional subcommittees are formed as needed, such as a Civil War reenactment unit, or individuals who would like to recreate the WW I or II era with the same degree of accuracy as the 18th century Living History Guild. Non-costumed researchers, writers, narrators, and those who perform other supporting roles, would be members of the Living History Committee who "float" between the subcommittees as needed. Members of the various Living History subcommittees are not limited to one subcommittee. If members of the Players develop an interest in making/acquiring historically accurate period clothing and attending MNHP workshops, they would be encouraged to join the Guild members, just as the Guild members would be encouraged to perfect some acting skills and participate with the Players. Hopefully, many members might participate with two (or more!) subcommittees. For more information visit: Activities: Living History on this website.

• M & F re-enactors for colonial period speaking parts
• M & F re-enactors for colonial period non-speaking parts
• People who can sew
• Stage Production -sound & lighting
• Rehersals begin in August for October performances

If you are interested in participating, contact the committee chair, Darlene Wigton, at 781-933-4976.