Bethlehem Trading Post

03/08/2025

Thank you to all our "" who came to see us today at the New England Colonial Trade Fair! We appreciate your business and we hope that you were able to find what you were looking for. We also want to remind to those who were not able to come today that this is a two-day show and tomorrow Sunday, March 9th the hours are 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Even though we sold some of the inventory, we still have many items ready for you to try on or/and purchase. The pictures below were taken today right before closing. Also a big thank you to Sally and Jeff Wardwell for organizing another great show!!!

03/07/2025

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03/03/2025

Thank you so much New England Colonial Trade Fair (I love this picture of Gia!!!) We look forward to be being there this weekend. March 8th and 9th Dover Elks Lodge #184!!!

You need some new duds for this year's upcoming reenacting season. The great folks at Bethlehem Trading Post will have everything you might need.

02/27/2025

Know any college students? Let them know that Old Sturbridge Village is accepting applications for summer internships! Costumed and non-costumed positions are available. All summer interns will receive a stipend and limited housing is available. Applications are due March 17, 2025. Learn more http://www.osv.org/college-internships

02/27/2025

Are you in a British regiment affiliated with the Boston Garrison, British Brigade, or Brigade of the American Revolution? If you would like to participate in the Battle of Bunker Hill and have not heard from us, please message us!

Looking forward to seeing you all in June.

02/21/2025

Thank you for inviting us! We look forward to being there.

Suit up for Battles & Beverages on March 22, 2025! 💥🍻 Fort William Henry invites you to experience live reenactments, a Sutler & Craft Beverage Fair, and a special guest speaker presentation by Dr. Steven C. Eames! Join us as we bring history to life with musket fire, historic trade goods, and locally crafted beverages.

A huge thank you to our amazing vendors:
Springbrook Hollow Farm Distillery
Ulysses S. Grant Cottage State Historic Site & National Historic Landmark
Historically Spreaking
Keuka Spring Vineyards
Stone House History
French & Indian War Society at Lake George
Bethlehem Trading Post
Slyboro Ciderhouse

Don’t miss this, FREE to the public, one-of-a-kind, historic celebration 🥳

02/15/2025

Coming Soon!!! NEW ENGLAND COLONIAL MARKET FAIR - March 8th and 9th at the ELKS LODGE in Dover, NH.

Also, our VALENTINES DAY SALE end tomorrow. Coupon: HEARTS

02/02/2025

Happy Valentines Day to all our followers. It's a bit early we know, but we wanted to announce our Valentines Day Sale that is starting today. Use coupon HEARTS FOR 15% off all items in our store: https://bethlehemtradingpost.com/

01/30/2025

Here's your weekly reminder that this March 23rd, “Battles and Beverages”, will be held at the Fort William Henry Conference Center and on the Lake George Battlefield! The fair and reenactment event is sponsored by The French and Indian War Society, the Fort William Henry Corporation, the Lake George Battlefield Park Alliance, as well as several local craft beverage producers.

The Fair and Meet in the Conference Center, 9:30 - 5:00, will feature sutlers, authentic crafts, and reenactor groups from all historical periods. Visitors will be able to sample and purchase the products of local craft breweries, wineries, and distilleries. There will be French and Indian War reenactments on Lake George Battlefield Park at 11 and 1 and the Battlefield Visitor Center will be open from 10 - 2. At 7 pm, Dr. Steven C. Eames will speak on the topic of warfare along Northeastern frontier during the French and Indian Wars.

01/28/2025

Exciting developments are underway at the Old Barracks Museum as we approach the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. We’re opening three new exhibits, enhancing our educational programming, and undertaking significant restoration projects. Your support is vital for our mission of preservation and education for future generations. Be a part of it by becoming a member today!

Learn more: barracks.org/membership

01/23/2025

Our Cotton and Merino Wool Stockings and the Fingerless Hand Knit Mittens all missing colors are back in stock!!! These stockings are great item for both ladies and gentlemen reenactors. And we think our will make a nice Valentine's Day Gift for the ladies reenactor. Easy to order from the links below and we will ship them to you next business day.
https://bethlehemtradingpost.com/wool-items/e/Fingerless-Mitts-Hand-Knit-Pure-Wool-p518427600
https://bethlehemtradingpost.com/accessories/e/Cotton-Stockings-Light-Weight-Cotton-p535546086
https://bethlehemtradingpost.com/accessories/e/Merino-Wool-Stockings-Light-Weight-Ribbed-p471980812
https://bethlehemtradingpost.com/accessories/e/Merino-Wool-Stockings-Heavy-Weight-p471980811

01/23/2025

We look forward to setting up as a sutler at 250th Anniversary Battle of Bunker Hill Reenactment. Big thank you to the organizers for inviting us!

01/19/2025

Hello Everyone, I hope that you all are doing well and that you had a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! The holidays were a little different for us as Avery had the flu at Christmas but she had a speedy recovery and is back to being her normal 10-year-old self.

I wanted to let you all know that the Jan/Feb issue is at the printers and will be mailed out sometime next week. When I have the actual date, I will post here to let you all know. I think the issue came out great and I hope that you all enjoy it!

ON THE COVER:
A pair of fine 18th-century-style swords made by Kyle Willyard of Old Dominion Forge. Last year Kyle celebrated the 30th anniversary of Old Dominion Forge. Photograph by H. David Wright.

CONTENTS:
3 Letters from Our Readers
7 Prime Possibles
9 Doin’ It Yourself “Umm-Umm, its Rock-a-hominy” - T.C. Albert
17 Shooting the Bull Continuing With the .36 Navy - Mike Nesbitt
23 Dispatches from New England Deep Freeze - Vincent C. Spiotti
31 18th Century Traveler Life and Property Preservers - Matt Wulff
43 Forgotten Trails Fort Osage: Outpost on the Missouri - James A. Crutchfield
49 On the Game Trail A Rifle, A Reminder - Jake Bulitz
54 Brian LaMaster and LaMaster Arms - Andrew Scott Wills
69 The Use and Benefit of a Well-Maintained Weapon - Mike Mooore
77 John Ludwig Schneider, Colonial Gunmaker and Patriot, Part II - Building Old John - Tom Snyder
85 Bread, The Support of Life Part II - Indian Corn - Kimberly K. Walters
93 Classified Ads
96 Index of Display Advertisers

01/17/2025

Just wanted to tell everyone that we can bring your orders to the New England Colonial Trade Fair for you to try-on, replace or return your items right on site.

As long as place your order up to a week before the event and make sure that you to select the correct delivery method, we will have your items there waiting for you.

Or if you prefer. instead of placing an order online, send us an email with the items that you might want and we will try to bring them with us if we have them in stock.

We look forward to seeing everyone there!!!

01/03/2025