Marketing Services

In addition to selling a variety of ready-made pieces and the occasional online "yard sale" for bulk fabric and other items., RTL artisans can create many props based on your specifications. Tell us what you need and when. We will negotiate a price based on materials cost and labor. The Prop Shop page has examples of our work.

Educational Services

Tutoring in American History

We are the first ones to admit that history is not always a favorite subject for those in school. Ellen Wilds has a B.A. in U.S. History and is fully qualified to tutor school children of all ages in history, which in Maryland is essential to graduate from high school. If your child is struggling to absorb history material and needs help, give Ellen a call at 301-565-2359. Times and fees are open to negotiation.

The Little Dames School

Although a common feature in 19th century America, the specific training of young ladies (12 years and up) in the womanly arts has been long abandoned -- until now. For those living in the Washington, D. C. metro area, RTL personnel in Silver Spring, MD will teach small groups of young ladies sewing, spinning, embroidery, as well as women's history from ancient through modern times.

Sessions and prices are yet to be determined and will be based on interest and availability. If you have questions please contact Ellen Wilds at 301-565-2359.

The Living History Rescue Course

Living historians know that even with all the care and choreography possible, accidents happen. And there are groups who chose to roam far from the necessary medical help. Ellen Wilds, one of the founders of RTL, is a certified Red Cross Instructor. Using the link above, find out more about an original emergency course designed specifically living historians, even in the most unusual circumstances.

Benefits of Joining RTL

We offer subscription membership for those who wish to join RTL. We accept members of both genders, both civilian and military, but with so many reenactment groups revolving around military units, RTL offers a haven for the solo woman reenactor who has no affiliation to an organized group. Members may choose a role from one of our already developed portrayals or create their own. RTL appearances at multi-period venues are not restricted to a single impression and we may appear as several impressions simultaneously or change over the course of the event.

Membership is $12 per year. You have access to all of our resources, the tips and tricks of life-long living historians, and the right to join us at events as part of a recognized group and group rates.

• Group Entry Rates for Events

  Many events have discounted rates for qualified groups of re-enactors. While anyone may sign up individually, as a member of Remember The Ladies, you will be part of a recognized organization and entitled to our discounts rates, special parking, or other privileges. If you plan to attend an event as part of RTL, let us know in advance and we will include you in our attendance list. See our schedule for more information.
  



• Costumes and Props

  With a degree in theatre and another in history, Ellen is our chief fabricator. Examples of her work can be found throughout the website, which is an example of her technical skills. If you are in the DC Metro area, we can help you make a costume, build a prop, teach you the skills to do the work yourself or do the work for you for the cost of materials and a small labor fee -- well-below the price of buying the same article online or from a sutler.
  



• Bulk Purchases

  RTL acquires all manner of materials for costumes and props, often by purchasing a large quantity, then dividing the cost. We will always search for the best deal and pass the savings along to our members.
  In addition to yardage of silk, wool, cotton, linen and blends of natural fabrics (we avoid synthetics for safety reasons), we purchase ribbon, lace, beads, jewelry findings, artificial flowers, candles, wood items, whatever we need to supply our impressions.