Events Section

Civil War Events Through Jan.

Originally published December 2016 · pp. 40–42

Through 2016, Pennsylvania. Vice & Virtue

“Tell Mother I’ve Been Good: Vice & Virtue in the Civil War” exhibit at National Civil War Museum, Harrisburg. Stories, images, artifacts about moral challenges faced by servicemen. Info: www.nationalcivilwarmuseum.org

Through 2016, Virginia. Union Aid Groups

“Union Aid Organizations during the Petersburg Campaign” at Grant’s Headquarters at City Point in Hopewell. Photos, original and reproduction artifacts, documents highlighting U.S. Sanitary Commission & Christian Commission, Northern state relief agents’ work during May 1864-spring 1865 Petersburg Campaign. For information, www.nps.gov/pete

Events Nov. 11-12, Georgia. Living History

Soldier and civilian life during the Civil War and Candlelight tours at Pickett’s Mill Battlefield Historic Site in Dallas. Soldiers with recreate the night attack at the site. Experience the tense moments of the night through a candlelight tour. Admission is $10, open 10am-9pm. For information, 770-443-7850; http://gastateparks.org/info/150740

Nov. 11-12, Georgia. Show

Atlanta Antique Gun & International Military Show., IAMAW Local 709 Union Hall, Marietta, Saturday 9-5, Sunday 10-4. $7 adults, $1 ages 7-12, 2 days $10. For information, Carolina Trader Promotions, 704-282-1339, www.TheCarolinaTrader.com

Nov. 12, Virginia. Lecture

“3D Monitor: the use of 3D technology to map a shipwreck” with NOAA’s Monitor National Marine Sanctuary Archaeologist, Civil War Lecture Series at The Mariners’ Museum & Park, Newport News, 2:30. For information, 757-596-2222; MarinersMuseum.org

Nov. 12, Virginia. Living History

Brentsville Campfire at Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre, Bristow, 6-7:30 p.m. Confederate soldier life, drill, musket firing, rations. $5 per person, reservations recommended. For information, 703-365-7895

Nov. 12-13, Florida. Reenactment

“The Raid on the Suwannee” reenactment at Heritage Park & Gardens, Live Oak. Living history, afternoon battles. Reenactors $5, sutlers $35. For information, www.raidonthesuwannee.com or Facebook

Nov. 12-13, Georgia. Living History

Veterans Day living history weekend at Fort Pulaski National Monument, Savannah. 48th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment Reactivated returns to garrison Fort Pulaski as unit did in 1862-63. Programs, demonstrations. For information, 912-786-5787; www.nps.gov/fopu

Nov. 12-13, Virginia. Civil War Show

MKShows presents the “Original Richmond” Capital of the Confederacy Civil War Show in Richmond for collectors and history enthusiasts. Over 350 tables. Adults $10, Children under 12 are free. Open Sat. 9-5 and Sunday, 10-3. For information, www.MKShows.com. Email Mike Kent at mike@ mkshows.com.

Nov. 18, Pennsylvania. Remembrance Ball

9th Annual Military Remembrance Day Ball in the Eisenhower Inn Conference Center Grand Ballroom, Gettysburg, 8-12. Military brass band, caller. Light refreshments. Ages 12 & up, period dress required. Sponsored by Civil War Lady, Joy Melcher. For information, tickets, 712-310-9383, [email protected]; www.GettysburgBall.com

Nov. 18-19, Pennsylvania. Gettysburg Remembrance Dinner & Ball

The President’s 14th Annual Remembrance Day Dinner and Ball at the Hotel Gettysburg. Social hour begins at 5:30 p.m. followed by a three course dinner at 6:30 p.m. The Ball commences at 8:30 p.m. featuring the music of the 17 piece Dodworth Saxhorn Band under the direction of Dancemasters Karen Duffy and Susan DeGuardiola. Tickets for Ball only portion are also available. Contact John B. Newbold, 930 Highland Ave., Gettysburg, PA 17325, 717420-5145, [email protected], www.remembrancedayball.com

Nov. 18-20, Pennsylvania. Civil War Expo from Pittsburgh Landing to the top of the bluff just as the 1st Illinois Light Artillery Battery H did April 5, 1862. No artillery experience needed. Come join us for a once in a lifetime experience. For information contact Duffy Neubauer at 662-323-2606 or Kent Oestenstad at [email protected]

Remembrance Day Weekend Civil War Expo at Gettysburg Hotel, Friday until 10, Saturday 10-10, Sunday 9-12. Free. Vendors Civil War & More, James Country Mercantile, James River Emporium, Lucy’s Hairwork, Miller’s Millinery. For info: Lynnette Miller, [email protected]

November 18-20, Tennessee. Living History Event.

Shiloh, Tenn. You are invited to help us pull a 20-pdr. Parrott rifle by hand

Nov. 19, Pennsylvania. Dedication Day

Dedication Day ceremony on anniversary of Gettysburg Address & Soldiers’ National Cemetery dedication, 10-11:30 a.m. Ceremony with keynote speaker, wreath-laying at Soldiers’ National Monument. Sponsored by Lincoln Fellowship of Pennsylvania, Gettysburg National Military Park, Gettysburg Foundation, Gettysburg College. For information. 717-339-2161; www.lincolnfellowship.org

Nov. 19, Pennsylvania. Veteran Ceremonies

Honor & Dedication Ceremonies on Remembrance Day for Gen. George G. Meade, all Gettysburg battle commanders & veterans. Meet at Regulars’ Monument, 10 a.m., proceed to Meade Equestrian Monument 10:30 for traditional honor ceremonies and wreath layings. For information, Jerry McCormick, 215-848-7753, [email protected].

60th Annual Remembrance Day Parade starts at 1 p.m. Units form up at 12 p.m. at on Lefever St. between Baltimore St. and E. Conference Ave. Sponsored by Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War. For information, Brig. Gen. Henry E. Shaw Jr. 740-369-3722; [email protected] or www.suvcw.org

Nov. 19, Pennsylvania. Remembrance Day Parade

Nov. 19, Pennsylvania. National Victorian Tea

National Victorian Tea at the 1863 Inn of Gettysburg Ballroom, 3 p.m. Amusements, music, program. Period dress required, ages 13 & up, military & civilian welcome. Advance tickets only. Sponsored by Civil War Lady, Joy Melcher. For information, tickets, 712-310-9383, joymelcher@Hotmail. com; www.NationalVictoriantea.com

Nov. 19, Pennsylvania. Remembrance Illumination

13th Annual Remembrance Illumination at Soldiers’ National Cemetery, Gettysburg, 5:30-9 p.m. Candle on each Civil War grave. Free. Sponsored by Gettysburg Foundation. For information, 717-339-2148; www. gettysburgfoundation.org

Nov. 19, Pennsylvania. National Ball

National Civil War Ball at Wyndham Hotel, Gettysburg, 8-12 p.m. Dancing led by Victorian Dance Ensemble with music by Philadelphia Brigade Band. Ladies’ Cake Walk, door prizes, cash bar. $20 single in advance, $25 at the door. Official ball sponsored by Sons of Veterans Reserve, Military Department, Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War. Information, 740369-3722, [email protected]. Ticket orders payable to “SVR Remembrance Day Ball” with stamped return envelope to: Brig. Gen. Henry E. Shaw Jr., 27 Griswold St., Delaware, OH 43015-1716.

Nov. 26, Georgia. Thanksgiving Field Day

Fort Pulaski 154th anniversary of the Grand Thanksgiving Fete and Festival with a day of fun family activities. Recreating 48th New York Infantry field day to celebrate its first Thanksgiving in Fort Pulaski. Wheelbarrow & sack races, dress up, music, weapons demonstrations. For information, 912-7865787; www.nps.gov/fopu

Dec. 3, Mississippi. Living History

The annual Tracks of Generals celebrating the survival of Holly Springs during the Civil War will be held from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at The Holly Springs Depot, 540 E. Van Dorn Ave., Holly Springs, Miss. Reenactors welcome. Meet Gen. Grant and his wife and tour the depot and grounds. Admission is $20 for adults, $5 for children 3-12. For information, 601-503-7605, www. thehollyspringsdepot.com

Dec. 3-4, Tennessee. Civil War Show

MK Shows presents the Middle Tennessee Civil War Show in Franklin for collectors and history enthusiasts. 1,000 sale and display tables. Adults $10, Children under 12 are free. Open Sat. 9-5 p.m. and Sunday, 10-3 p.m. For info: www.MKShows.com, email Mike Kent at [email protected].

Dec. 3, Virginia. Living History

“Tea and Tidings” at Pamplin Historical Park, Petersburg. Ladies & gentlemen in period dress teach period etiquette, holiday customs, serve gourmet holiday tea & treats. Reservations required. For information, 804861-2408, www.pamplinpark.org/events

Dec. 3, Virginia. Bushong Christmas

“Christmas on the Farm” at New Market Battlefield. How Bushong family carried on the traditions in the face of national crisis. For information, www. vmi.edu 2nd Annual Christmas Candlelight Tour around the Bennett Place State

Dec. 9, North Carolina. Tour

Historic Site farm in Durham and meet Civil War era soldiers and civilians and see how they celebrated the holiday. Complementary hot apple cider and cookies will be available. Program is Fri. 6-9 p.m. Admission is $3 for adults and $2 for children ages 5-16. Under 5 free. www.bennettplacehistoricsite.com

Dec. 9-11, Florida. Reenactment

16th “Raid on Fort Pierce”, Sponsored by The Sons of Confederate Veterans, Pvt. George W. Thomas SCV Camp #1595 and hosted by the 8th Fla. Co. C and 75th Ohio Volunteer Infantry Regiment, will be held at the Savanna Recreational Area, 1400 E. Midway Road, Ft. Pierce. Battles Sat. at 2p.m. and Sun. at 1 p.m., Ladies’ Tea on Sun. at 11a.m. Ball and refreshments Sat. night. No reenactor fee. Sutlers welcome. For information, Jim Odell at thejdawg569_2000@yahoo. com, 772-318-8258, https://www. facebook.com/FTPierceRaid

Dec. 10, Georgia. Christmas Tour

“Candlelight Christmas at Liberty Hall”. Confederate Vice President Alexander Stephen’s home, Liberty Hall in Crawfordville, will be decorated with styles of the Victorian Christmas past. Candlelight tours, crafts, Victorian music and refreshments. Hours are 6-9pm. Admission is $4-$6. For information, 706-456-2602; http:// gastateparks.org/info/213175

Dec. 10, North Carolina. Christmas Tour

“Christmas in the Piedmont during the Civil War” at Bennett Place State Historic Site, Durham. Soldiers and civilians recreate the holiday season with encampment, cooking demonstrations, soldiers with demonstrate Christmas in the field and there will be a visit with Ole St. Nick. Complementary hot apple cider and cookies. Sat. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. FREE. For information, www. bennettplacehistoricalsite.com/ special-events

Dec. 10, Pennsylvania. Tour

20th Annual Holiday House Tour including the Daniel Lady Farm house, Christ Lutheran Church and local inns. Sponsored by Inns of Gettysburg Area Assn. to benefit are food pantry & homeless shelter. For information, www. gettysburgbedandbreakfast.com/ holiday/holiday.php

Dec. 10, Virginia. Lecture Series

“Gibraltar of the Confederacy: Fort Fisher” by John V. Quarstein, Civil War Lecture Series at The Mariners’ Museum & Park, Newport News, 2:30 p.m.. For information, 757-5962222; MarinersMuseum.org

Dec. 10, Virginia. Living History

“Christmas on the Monitor” at The Mariners’ Museum & Park, Newport News, 6-9 p.m. Enjoy the festivities with reenactors, live music, dinner, dancing and cannon fire.

Dec. 16-17, Georgia. CS Nog Party

Fort Pulaski National Monument 155th anniversary of 1861 Confederate Nog Party. Tours by candlelight and oil lamps, refreshments, music, caroling, weapons firings. For information, 912-786-5787; www.nps.gov/fopu

Dec. 31, Pennsylvania. Meade Birthday

26th annual Gen. George G. Meade birthday celebration at Historic Laurel Hill Cemetery, Philadelphia. Military parade & ceremony. Participants meet at 11:30, procession 12 p.m. to Meade’s grave & memorialization of his services. Champagne toast, reception follow program. Hosted by General Meade Society. For information, registration call Dr. Andy Waskie, 215-2045452.

Dec. 31-Jan. 1, North Carolina. Collectors Show

Old North State Antique Gun & Military Collectors Show, North Carolina State Fairgrounds, Raleigh. Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4. $8 adults, $1 ages 6-12. For information, Carolina Trader Promotions, 704-282-1339, Richard@ thecarolinatrader.com

2017

Jan. 7-8, South Carolina. Civil War Show

2017 Low Country Civil War Show & Sale at Omar Shrine Temple, Mount Pleasant, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-3. Sponsored by American Digger Magazine. For information, 770-362-8671, 716-574-0465, [email protected]; www.americandiggerevents.com

Jan. 21-22, Florida. Reenactment

37th Annual Brooksville Raid at Sand Hill Scout Reservation presented by the Hernando Historical Museum Assn and North Pinellas County Scout Sertoma Club, Inc. Recreation of the Civil War battle that happened in Hernando County in July of 1864 with authentic confederate and union camps. Over 1500 reenactors, 28 cannons, 60 horses and over 50 sutlers. For information, www.brooksvilleraidreenactment.com

January 21, Virginia. Preservation Ball

Second Annual Preservation Ball in Staunton, Va. The pleasure of your company is requested as the Shenandoah Valley Civil War Era Dancers host a mid-1800’s Grand Ball at the historic Trinity Episcopal Church’s McCracken Hall. Social hour with refreshments at 6 p.m.. Dancing 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Period attire admired, but not required. Modern semi-formal appreciated. Music by the Shenandoah Valley Minstrels. Dance called and sponsored by Tom and Lesley Mack. This Ball is a benefit for the Shenandoah Valley Battlefields Foundation. Join or renew your membership for admission. Basic membership is $35 but feel free to join at a higher membership level. Purchase tickets through SVBF, 540-740-4545 or pay at the door.

Jan. 28-29, Florida. Military Antique Gun Show

The Florida Military Antique Collectors, Inc. presents the Snowbird Collector’s Chow with antique arms and military collectibles thru WWII. Modern and used forearms, war medals, etc. at the Araba Shrine Temple, 2010 Hanson St. at Rt. 41, Ft. Myers, FL 33901. Admission is $8, parking is free. Show hours are Sat. 9-5 and Sun. 9-2. For table reservations and information call Pat at 954-294-2526 or Gary at 847-863-3929.