Project Pilgrimage 21 is a decentralised international medieval event organized by the Company of Saynt George, which connects reenactors and friends of living history all over the world in spring 2021. Follow the Pilgrimage 21 with the Pilgrimage 21 Social Wall or the #pilgrimage21.
Pilgrimages are about moving forward. About facing difficulties, and even making vows in order to overcome them. They happen mostly outdoors, and they don’t need many preparations. Therefore, they are very well-suited for a medieval event during the current pandemic. May 14th is the holiday of St. Corona. Let us all go on a pilgrimage then!
This project will be a decentralized event, taking place where ever people are willing to participate: at home, in their regions or countries. Our goal is, to create a unique experience and unite in the virtual world by sharing pictures, movies and sounds like a community via social media.
When?
The event will take place during the weekend of 14th to 16th May 2021.
Who can participate?
Everyone can participate. Company members, guests, friends, and reenactment groups everywhere in the world are invited, to form small local groups. The event is not limited to late 15th century groups.
Registration is not required.
How?
Form a small, local group of reenactors (members, guests, friends, strangers) in your country, or region, where you live. Get in touch with others from your region through this Facebook group.
Do some research on pilgrimage in your region, find an old pilgrims route, and go on a pilgrimage of one, two or three days. Your route can follow an ancient, traditional pilgrims route, even if this means walking through a modern environment. Or, it is possible to chose a route with as little modern civilisations insight, as possible. A mix of both is also possible. Where ever restrictions may prevent you from wandering freely, chose a route within the current legal limits.
We expect you to wear pilgrim clothes.
What about COVID?
The event will be accomplished without crossing borders, and in compliance with all current Covid-19 measures taken by your local government. All participants are responsible for complying with local regulations.
