Recreating the 1781 Clash: The Battle at the Village Returns to Spanish Fort

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Recreating the 1781 Clash: The Battle at the Village Returns to Spanish Fort

A two-day reenactment presented by Historic Blakeley State Park that interprets the January 7, 1781 confrontation between Spanish and British forces and illuminates the Revolutionary War history of the Mobile Bay region.

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Recreating the 1781 Clash: The Battle at the Village Returns to Spanish Fort.

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Spanish Fort
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Historic Blakeley State Park
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History Tour
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Set in the low, historic ground south of Blakeley and near modern Daphne, the Reenactment of the Revolutionary War “Battle at the Village” stages an interpretive reconstruction of the January 7, 1781 clash between Spanish and British forces. Presented by Historic Blakeley State Park in Spanish Fort, the event uses on-site interpretation to help visitors discover the Revolutionary War era across the Mobile Bay region.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE HISTORY

The 1781 Clash Reinterpreted

An interpretive reenactment of the January 7, 1781 engagement at “The Village” — the forerunner of modern Daphne — brings the region's Revolutionary War story into the present.

THE EXPERIENCE

Immersive, Place-Based Interpretation

Through staged interpretation and onsite storytelling, the event offers visitors an immersive way to explore the Mobile Bay region’s Revolutionary War era.

THE PLACE

Historic Blakeley and the Village Landscape

Set near Blakeley and presented by Historic Blakeley State Park in Spanish Fort, the reenactment roots the narrative in the local geography where the original fight occurred.

What the day feels like

What the Visit Feels Like

Over two winter days, visitors move between interpretive moments that reconstruct the January 7, 1781 confrontation and contextual exhibits that explain the stakes of the fight for control of Mobile. The program is framed as an educational interpretation of the historical event, intended to guide visitors through the Mobile Bay region’s Revolutionary War story.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this event suits best — and how ticketing categories map to likely visitors.

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Families with young childrenA family-friendly option for those with very young children: kids 5 and under are admitted free, which can make attending with toddlers straightforward.
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Families with school-age childrenWell suited to families with children ages 6–12: there is a reduced ticket price for that age group.
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Adult visitors and solo travelersAccessible to individual adult visitors at an adult admission price of $5, offering focused historical interpretation in a compact program.
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Groups and educatorsGroups organizing visits can take advantage of straightforward, age-based pricing (adult, child 6–12, and free under-5 categories) when planning attendance.

Practical planner

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Timing & Season

The reenactment is scheduled for January 10 and 11, 2026.

Admission & Prices

Adults $5; children ages 6–12 $3; children 5 and under free.

Operator & Location

Presented by Historic Blakeley State Park in the Spanish Fort / Blakeley area of the Mobile Bay region.

Booking Notice

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Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

When is the reenactment?

The event is scheduled for January 10 and 11, 2026.

What historical event does the reenactment portray?

It interprets the January 7, 1781 clash between Spanish and British forces at “The Village,” a forerunner of modern Daphne.

Who presents the event?

The reenactment is presented by Historic Blakeley State Park.

Where does the event take place?

The event takes place in the Spanish Fort / Blakeley area of the Mobile Bay region, at locations associated with Historic Blakeley State Park and the historic site known as The Village.

Is there an admission fee?

Yes. Adults $5; kids ages 6–12 $3; kids 5 and under are free.

What will visitors experience?

Visitors will see an interpretive reenactment of the 1781 fight and related interpretation designed to help them discover the Revolutionary War era in the Mobile Bay region.