The Fabulous 1890's Weekend


13th Annual September 24-25, 2004 Smythe Park Mansfield Pennsylvania
Sponsored by Mansfield University and the Greater Area Mansfield Chamber of Commerce.
Schedule of Events Weekend Features News Updates How We Started 1892 Football Game 19th Century Football Fabulous Photos 1890s Trivia Vendor Registration Student Booths Parade Registration Visitor's Guide & Maps		*The 13th annual Fabulous 1890’s Weekend* will take place on Smythe Park in Mansfield, PA. The weekend revolves around the fact that the world's first night football game was played here on September 28, 1892. The match pitted Mansfield Classical Seminary against Wyoming Seminary. The game ended in a scoreless tie at half time. Dennis Miller, cochair of the Weekend, said plans are already being made for next year's event. "We plan to bring professor marvel and Miss Eileen back," he said. "The couple and their wacky 19th century medicine show had been a staple of the Weekend for more than a decade. Through a scheduling glitch (due to an overdose of marvel's Pong Wookie), they were unable to perform at the 2003 Weekend." "We've also had a lot of request to have Clyde Peeling's Reptile Show return," Miller said. "They packed the tent, put on a show that was both mesmerizing and educational." Stay tuned for more updates as they come in. Here are a few hightlights from this year Weekend: The Motorless Parade. That's right. No motors in this parade packed with 19th century costumes, tons of horses, magnificent carriages and marching bands. The parade begins at 11 a.m. Saturday. Balloon Rally. Experience the breathtaking beauty of graceful balloons floating over the rolling Pennsylvania mountains. For an unforgettable experience, sign up for a ride! Westward Ho! The West was still wild in the 1890's and the Tioga Valley Saddle Club adds some 1890’s western flavor with cowboys, dance hall girls, and a saloon full of food and soft drinks. Family Entertainment. Strolling banjo players, bands, games and other family entertainment create a leisurely, fun day as you experience the color and friendliness of Mansfield in the 1890's. Children's Area. To give parents time to leisurely shop at all the craft booths, our fully supervised children’s area has day-long games and activities. Music. String bands and other live groups provide upbeat music throughout the day. Fabulous 1890's Duck Race. Sponsored by the Mansfield Kiwanis Club, this fund raiser for charity grows every year with dozens of prizes! Coopers Battery B First Light Artillery and The Bucktails 1st Pennsylvania Rifles will again set up camp. Thousands of Civil War Veterans were still alive in the 1890's and often took part in parades. Men and women will talk about and demonstrate what life was like during this tumultuous time in American history. 1890's Football Re-enactment. Our MU guys have the only team in the world that can accurately re-create football of the 1890's. It’s rugged, fast-paced, and often humorous. It was called "the killer sport." See why! Fabulous Fireworks. A magnificent end to a beautiful weekend! Commemorating Mansfield’s role in America’s history, the 1890’s fireworks have gained a reputation for being intense and grand. The Weekend also includes entertainment, crafts, food and music — all for a $2 Fabulous 1890’s button! We thank this year's sponsors, including: First Citizens Bank,Northwest Savings Bank, Citizens & Northern Bank,The Laurel Health System, WalMart, the Pine Creek Arts Council, Reed Hann Litho, and The Mansfield University All-Residence Hall Council. We also thank all the campus and community groups who volunteer their time. For information, contact THE GREATER MANSFIELD AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Mansfield, PA 16933 PH: (570) 662-3442 Sponsored by Mansfield University & The Greater Mansfield Area Chamber of Commerce Home Tioga County Visitors Bureau Mansfield University News This web page is provided as a community service by the Mansfield University Office of Public Relations and Publications.