Wednesday, December 10, 2014

Come on out to Frogtown
Saturday, February 7, 2015 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
The date is 1859 in one of the many saloons in Fairfield, AKA "Frog Town." Play the same games soldiers played in Fairfield like Faro, Chuck-a-luck, and three-card Monte to win chocolate Double Eagle coins.

This event is appropriate for all ages, but those over the age of 12 will enjoy the event most. Visitors are encouraged to view the museums at Camp Floyd prior to the event.   Registration begins January 7, 2015.

Each participant receives:
  • Double Eagle chocolate coins and the chance to win more playing the soldier’s games
  • A bottle of "Valley Tan" Root Beer and snacks
  • Hear the story of Frog Town, Camp Floyd and the Utah War
  • Museum admission 
Established in 1858, Camp Floyd housed the largest concentration of U.S. troops then in the United State.  The troops were sent to Utah to suppress a rumored Mormon rebellion, which never took place.  Camp Floyd and the town of Fairfield grew to 7,000 inhabitants making it the third biggest city in the Utah Territory. The army was recalled back east in 1861 for the Civil War emergency.
Cost is $10.00

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