Shire of Tri-Os

Our Work

The Society for Creative Anachronism is a non-profit educational organization devoted to the study of pre-17th century Western Culture. It concentrates on the European Middle Ages, and the Renaissance. Members work to recreate the arts and skills of this era.

From the martial skills of the Knight, to the decorative arts of the weaver, to everything in-between!

Members attend large meetings called "Events" and smaller Demonstrations "(Demos)" and "Revels."

The SCA differs from Renaissance Fairs in that it is totally participatory, not a performance for observers.

The focus is on actual history, as opposed to fantasy.

SCA members are frequently requested to visit schools and to demonstrate everything from the clothing of the Medieval periods

to different aspects of the culture.

What is an SCA Event?

SCA sponsored events promote education and research in specific fields. For more information
on SCA Events visit the SCA Events Page.

What is the Difference between an SCA Event and a Renaissance Event?

Renaissance Fairs are performance-oriented events; they are staged for the enjoyment of paying guests, and each of the costumed participants has a particular role to play, or character to portray. SCA events (called tournaments) on the other hand, are participation-oriented events. Although spectators are gladly welcomed at an SCA event, the activities at a tournament are put on by and for the members of the Kingdom or Shire, not staged for the guests,

This is the recognized Web Page for the Shire of Tri Os of the Society for Creative Anachronism Inc. The Web Minister of this page is Lady Azra bint Seljuk (mka Cathi Ferrara-Costa/Software factory). It is not a corporate publication of the Society for Creative Anachronism, Inc. and does not delineate SCA policies. In cases of conflict with printed versions of material presented on this page or its links, the dispute will be decided in favor of the printed version Rights to all materiel revert to the original contributors. For information on using photographs, articles, or artwork from this website, please contact the web minister at webminister@shireioftri-os.org.