Fort Sisseton Historical Festival is a real blast from the past
From left, Eva Schuelke pointed a sword at Joshua Godfredson portraying Jack Sparrow June 7 during Fort Sisseton Historical Festival at Fort Sisseton State Park. Godfredson gave a performance educating attendees on the history of pirates. Reporter & Farmer | Leyton Beardslee
Nicole Klein handled the entries of a pie baking competition held June 7 at Fort Sisseton Historical Festival. All entrants were under 21 years old to encourage younger generations to learn about traditional baking. Reporter & Farmer | Leyton Beardslee
Brian “Rugby” Warden stepped up to bat June 7 at an 1800s rules baseball game held during Fort Sisseton Historical Festival. Reporter & Farmer | Leyton Beardslee
Lance Lee fired a musket at the shooting range during Fort Sisseton Historical Festival June 7. The jug shooting event saw over a dozen participants. Reporter & Farmer | Leyton Beardslee
From left Aaron Grant and Aaron Grant Jr. watched their fire June 7 at Fort Sisseton Historical Festival. The annual festival saw its 47th year June 6-8. Reporter & Farmer | Leyton Beardslee
Bill Rostedt portrayed General Custer June 7 during Fort Sisseton Historical Festival. Rostedt said he has been participating in historical festivals for 33 years. Reporter & Farmer | Leyton Beardslee
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