http://www.tuscolatoday.com/news/2008/aug/09/muth-welcomes-new-renaissance-festival/
This one was a shocker to me. I didn't even know about it until someone brought me the newspaper!!!!
So you won't be permitting peace tied weapons on site?
I talked with the Owners of the Festival and it was decided because of insurance. I guess if they allowed even piece tied weapons that it would increase their insurance dramatically. So for this season and to keep costs down for the opening season so that the following season can be better, they are not going to allow weapons. But they tell me that if all goes well and there aren't any "issues" that they will start easing up on the weapons policy in the years to come.
I have been informed that staff, cast and crew and entertainers are allowed to wear peace tied weapons.
Who are the Dearborn people mentioned in the article?
Partners
Sounds like more good news for your fest. :) Keep up the good work!