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JACK JOUETT DAY
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HISTORICAL FIGURES
Jack Jouett, the Paul Revere of the South, rode from Louisa County to Monticello to warn Thomas Jefferson and other Virginia legislatures of incoming British troops. We’re celebrating Jack Jouett’s ride with a festival on June 6, 2026 from 11am to 4pm at Southern Revere Cellars (1100 E Jack Jouett Rd, Louisa, VA 23093). Step back in time with historical demonstrations, children’s activities, craft and food vendors, and more! Admission is FREE to all visitors.
What to Expect
- Revolutionary War reenactors
- Heritage trades
- Vendor village
- Louisa County Historical Society
- Spoons and Brooms RVA (Natural Broom Crafting)
- Wesley Costea (Blacksmith)
- Zapantis Designs (Natural Dye Processing)
- Henrico County Historical Society
- Historic Bracketts Farm
- VA250 Collectors beer mugs (Pre-order through link below)
- Small batch Cask Ale!
- Giant LOVE works letters on site for photos!
- Amateur Hobby Horse Competition! 2pm
Kids & Adults heats. Grab one from your toy closet or make your own horse (use a broom stick, pool noodle, or recycled materials). Prizes for best designed horse, fastest racer through the obstacle course, & more! Sign up here: https://forms.gle/hwyRNtPSTFAeD7R3A - Face Painting by Paint Pixels & Pixie Dust
- Bounce Houses by Borderline Over the Top
- Caricatures by Jay 1-3pm
- Puff Away Cigar Lounge 12-8pm
- Carrie’s Soul Food
- River City Wood Fired Pizza
- From the Farm BBQ
- A&K Sips Lemonade & more
- Two Sisters Italian Ice
- Marshall and Company (18th Century Musicians) 11am-1pm
- Music, Dark Waters Project 1-4pm
Follow the discussion on the Facebook event. Or download the Visit Louisa app to find and save details for this and other events.
Interested in participating?
Are you a vendor interested in participating?
- Apply to be a historic vendor or demonstrator: https://forms.gle/3p3mQpFToUAWtRvT7
- Apply to be a retail vendor (Official Contact: Megan Quick): https://forms.gle/R1AsUi297DeT23zb9
- Amateur Hobby Horse Competition Signup: https://forms.gle/hwyRNtPSTFAeD7R3A
Contact [email protected] with questions.
Jack Jouett & VA250
Commemorative Mug
Featured: VA250, Visit Louisa, Louisa County Historical Society & Southern Revere Cellars
$
15
Pre-Order
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First fill at Jack Jouett Day 2026 is included with purchase
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Thick walls and a heavy base, easy-to-grip handle
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Day-of stock will be limited
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