To choose a living history trip, first take a close look at your family's interests. If so, the Society for Creative Anachronism awaits you. If Cheyenne blood courses through your veins, you might explore that culture as a family and end up creating authentic tools and explaining Cheyenne customs to curious tourists. Many people get involved in living history through an historic site near their home. Most states include local or state history in their elementary school curriculums.
Local libraries are a great resource to consult when researching local history.
Don't be intimidated. You'll find the more research you undertake, the better you will get at it. You may find out more about the history of old buildings in your community or the events that put your local battlefield on the map. Most communities offer some kind of festival honoring its history and heritage. And don't forget to contact your local historical society, which can provide a wealth of information and enthusiastic advice.