Friday, April 6, 2007

Modern Renaissance Faires and Renaissance Festivals

Renaissance Fairs in America were originally intended to be reenactments of the real things, but are now a mix of the old and the new. Queen Elizabeth and her dandified consorts mix with characters wearing Lord of the Rings costumes, and authentically dressed lords and ladies with their renaissance costumes mix with the fictional Three Musketeers and others wearing popular movie costumes. Roast beef and English ale are on offer from landlords who don fantasy costumes made from their own imagination, while others eat pork with their fingers while supping a cup of mead or small beer.

If you are interested in learning more about food, life and authentic clothing from the medieval times go to Historical Weapons Store to read insightful articles, purchase Renaissance costumes and find out key festival dates near you.

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