16th Annual
18th-Century Market Fair

2009 Sutlers

2010 Sutler Application

2010 Camper Application

The staffs of Fort Frederick State Park and the Friends of Fort Frederick are pleased to announce that we will host the annual 18th century Market Fair April 22 - 25, 2010.  The fair represents eastern North America from 1730 through 1790.  The fair is open to participation by sutlers, traders, street vendors, and entertainers as well as individuals, groups, military units, and American Indians portraying the appropriate time period and geographic area.

The information on this page is for sutlers and campers who will actually participate in the event.  If you are interested in attending the Market Fair as a day visitor, additional information can be found under the Market Fair lisitng on the "Calendar of Events" page.

The links at the left may be used to download sutler or camper applications.  Please read the entire application and note the following in particular:

• Sutler Applications must be received by March 1.
• Camper Applications must be received by April 1.
• Fax and email applications will not be accepted.
• Please carefully read all information included with the applications.  By signing the application you acknowledge that you have read, understand, and agree to follow all event rules and procedures.
• Individuals who would like to arrive and setup prior to Wednesday, April 21 must be willing to volunteer to help with event preparation or operation.  No one may arrive and setup prior to Monday, April 19.  Those willing to volunteer must contact: Betsy Lillard.

If you are unable to download the applications from this site, please call Fort Frederick State Park at 301-842-2155.  We will be happy to mail one to you.

After reviewing the application and you still have questions, please feel free to email Fort Frederick State Park Historian Steve Robertson.  Please type "Market Fair' in the subject line of your email.