Events Section
Civil War Events Through Sept.
Originally published July 2016 · pp. 24–27
June 3-Aug. 28, Virginia. John S. Mosby
“John Singleton Mosby: Lawyer, Soldier, Statesman,” guest curated by David Goetz at Manassas Museum in Manassas. Honoring 100th anniversary of Mosby’s death. May 22 panel discussion, 1:30 p.m. For information, 703368-1873; www.manassasmuseum.org
To October 2017, District of Columbia. Immigration
“American by Belief” special exhibit at President Lincoln’s Cottage on Lincoln’s little known immigration policies. Info: www.lincolncottage.org
To Nov. 1, Wisconsin. Iron Brigade.
“Faces of the Iron Brigade – A Social Network of Soldiers” exhibit at the Civil War Museum Kenosha. Words, images, equipment of the Iron Brigade. For information, 262-653-4141; www.TheCivilWarMuseum.org
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
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July 1-3, Pennsylvania. Reenactment
153rd Anniversary Battle of Gettysburg Reenactment at “Gettysburg” movie site on Pumping Station Road, Gettysburg. Daily battles with pyrotechnics, living history village, activities tents, Saturday dance. Horse & cannon bounties. Registration fee. Reenactors may stay till July 4. For information, registration, gac42comcast.net; www.gettysburgreenactment.com
July 1-3, Pennsylvania. Anniversary Activities
Annual Gettysburg Battle anniversary activities at Seminary Ridge Museum, Gettysburg. For information, 717-339-1300; seminaryridgemuseum.org
July 2-4, Virginia. Living History
Independence Day Weekend Celebration at Pamplin Historical Park, Petersburg. Living history programs & demonstrations of soldier, plantation life. July 4 artillery & bugling demonstrations, color guard. For information, 804-861-2408, www.pamplinpark.org
July 4, Arkansas. Artillery
Artillery demonstrations at Fort Curtis, Helena, 9-12. Crews interpret Battle of Helena while demonstrating cannon operation during battle. For information, [email protected]; www.deltaculturalcenter.com
July 7, Georgia. Elementary School Art Exhibit Opening
3:30-5:30 pm located at Savannah City Hall. An opening reception and awards ceremony will be held for the winning artists of the City’s elementary school art contest, during which students were asked to submit original artwork that celebrated the 50th anniversary of Savannah’s National Historic Landmark District. The exhibit will be on display through December 2016 in Savannah’s historic City Hall.
July 9, Virginia. Lecture Series
“Going Through the Batten Conservation Complex’s Lab Fridge”. Elsa Sangouard will provide an overview of the collection recovered form the USS Monitor’s wreck site and how the artifacts are being preserved. Treatment of a wool pea coat recovered from the turret in 2002 will be highlighted. Presented by the Mariner’s Museum and Park, Newport News, 2:30. For information, 757-596-2222; MarinersMuseum.org
July 9-10, Illinois. Civil War Days
25th Annual Civil War Days at Lakewood Forest Preserve, Wauconda. Battles both days, living history, contests, drills, medical demonstrations, music, exhibits, historical persons, civilian programs, Saturday meal & ball. Registration free by June 1. Limited bounties for artillery & cavalry. For information, Lake County Discovery Museum, 847-968-3400. Registration forms, www.lcfpd.org/civilwar
July 9-10, Kentucky. Reenactment
Reenactment of Morgan’s 1863 Raid at Brandenburg Riverfront. Battles both days, raid on downtown, dance, ladies’ tea, Saturday meal & music. Bounties for artillery, cavalry & infantry. Registration $5. For information, www. brandenburgreenactment.com
July 9-10, Maryland. 152nd Monocacy
152nd anniversary of Battle of Monocacy & 25th anniversary of Monocacy National Battlefield park. Civilian & military encampments, hands-on activities for kid, battle related programming, infantry & artillery firing. For information, 301-662-3515; www.nps.gov/mono
July 9-10, Ohio. Civil War Weekend
Annual Civil War Weekend at Heritage Village Museum, Sharonville. Focus on 1861 with early war scenarios, daily battles influenced by battle of Ball’s Bluff. Civilian & military activity in 19th century village, speakers, hands-on activities, building tours, Saturday dance. For information, 513-563-9484; www.heritagevillagecincinnati.org
July 10, Maryland. Junius Brutus Booth and Tudor Hall
Speaker Jim Garrett, a life-long Lincoln Assassination and Booth enthusiast will talk at 2 pm for about 45 minutes. Located at 17 Tudor Lane, Bel Air. $5 cash for ages 13 and older. For information, 443-619-0008, [email protected], http://spiritsoftudorhall.blogspot.com
July 14-17, Virginia. National Teacher Institute
Join the Civil War Trust for free workshops, behind-the-scenes tours and battlewalks with some of the best historians and teachers in the US. Event will be based at the Omni Richmond Hotel, 100 S. 12th Street, Richmond. For information visit www.civilwar.org
July 15-16, Georgia. Gun & Military 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 day pass $10. For information, Carolina Trader Promotions, (704) 282-1339, TheCarolinaTrader.com
July 16-17, California. Reenactment
Civil War Days at Duncans Mills coastal encampment. Sponsored by California Historical Artillery Assn. For information, www.civilwardays.net
July 16-17, Maryland. Living History
Civil War Encampment & Living History at Union Mills Homestead, Union Mills, along Meade’s Pipe Creek Line & skirmish sites. Living history, infantry & artillery drills, skirmishes. For information, 410-848-2288, info@ unionmills.org
July 16-17, Maryland. Monocacy Open House
Open house at Worthington Farm, Monocacy National Battlefield, Frederick, 11-4. Farm was staging area for the Confederate Army’s attack. House tours, living history life in the 19th century. For information, 301-662-3515; www. nps.gov/mono
July 22-24, Virginia. 155th Bull Run
155th Anniversary of 1st Battle of Bull Run (Manassas) Reenactment on Cedar Creek Battlefield, Middletown. Hosted by Cedar Creek Battlefield Foundation. For information, 540-869-2064, info@ ccbf.us; www.ccbf.us
July 23, Illinois. Civil War Grave Marker Dedication
The Philip H. Sheridan Camp of the Sons of Union Veterans in conjunction with the Fullersburg Historic Foundation will dedicate new headstones on the graves of three Civil War Soldiers buried in the Fullersburg Cemetery in Hinsdale located at the intersections of Garfield Street and Fuller Road at 1pm. Speakers will include Civil War Heritage group, civil leaders and historians. Reenactors will provide rifle and artillery salutes. For more information, contact Steve Westlake at [email protected]; 708846-0738.
July 23, Virginia. Evening Tours
You Are There: Witness the Chaos of Pringle House Hospital at Ben Lomond Historic Site, Manassas, 7-9 pm house and grounds guided tours every half hour telling story of First Manassas field hospital. Reservations suggested. $10, blood donors $5. For information, 703367-7872
July 23-24, Virginia. Living History
Pringle House Hospital Weekend and Red Cross Blood Drive at Ben Lomond Historic Site, Manassas, 114. Site of First Manassas Confederate field hospital. Portrayals of period medicine and hospitals. $5 per person, free for blood donors. For information, 703-367-7872
July 24, Maryland. Guided Tours
Tour the grounds and first floor of the home of Maryland’s famous family of Shakespearian actors including Booth. 45-minute tour begins at 1 pm 17 Tudor Lane in Bel Air. $5 for age 13 and older. Information, 443619-0007, http://spiritsoftudorhall. blogspot.com
Tour the grounds and first floor of the home of Maryland’s famous family of Shakespearian actors including Edwin and John Wilkes Booth. 45-minute tour begins at 1 pm. 17 Tudor Lane in Bel Air. $5 for age 13 and older. For information, 443-619-0007, [email protected].
Tour the grounds and first floor of the home of Maryland’s famous family of Shakespearian actors including Edwin and John Wilkes Booth. 45-minute tours begin at 1 pm and 2 pm. 17 Tudor Lane in Bel Air. $5 for ages 13 and older. For information, 443-619-0007, [email protected], http://spiritsoftudorhall.blogspot. com
July 25-29, Virginia. Leadership Camp
Leadership Camp at Virginia Military Institute, Lexington. For young men 13-17 to learn & live life as a VMI Cadet in the 19th century. For information, www.vmi.edu
July 27-31, Pennsylvania. Seminar & Tour
“Gettysburg Day Three & Beyond” Chambersburg Civil War Seminars & Tours, based in Chambersburg. Speakers include Ed Bearss, Jeff Wert, Carol Reardon, Eric Wittenberg, Wayne Motts, Steve French. Tours of Gettysburg off the beaten path, East Cavalry Field, the Retreat. For information, www. CivilWarSeminars.org
– Civil War Events Through Sept. – Exhibits
July 30, North Carolina. Living History Exhibit
Hands on History: Blockades. Temporary Exhibit to highlight Confederate blockade running at CSS Neuse Civil War Interpretive Center, 100 N. Queen St., Kinston, NC 28501. For Information, 252-526-9600, cssneuse@ncdcr. gov
July 30, Pennsylvania. Civil War Day
Civil War Day at the Reamstown Memorial Park, Reamstown, 9-4. Battles, living history. Reenactor meal. Registration deadline April 15. Sponsored by Reamstown Historical Society & Museum. For information, Rick Jacobs, 717-413-4179, [email protected]; Martha Sweigart-Brunner, 717364-0865, [email protected]
Aug. 5-7, Virginia. Symposium
Third Annual Emerging Civil War Symposium, “Great Attacks of the Civil War”, at Stevenson Ridge on Spotsylvania Court House Battlefield. Topics include the Fall of New Orleans, the Wolverines in East Cavalry Field, Breakthrough at Petersburg. Keynote speaker Jim Ogden on Longstreet’s attack at Chickamauga. $95 includes Friday roundtable & hors d’oeuvres, Saturday speakers & lunch, Sunday Second Fredericksburg Battlefield tour & raffle ticket. For information, http://emergingcivilwar.com/2016-symposium/
Aug. 6, Washington. Skirmish/Memorial Service
“Echoes of Blue and Gray” at Evergreen Cemetery, Everett. Battle event followed by memorial service. Sponsored by Washington Civil War Assn. For information, Bruce Smith, 425-483-0351, [email protected]
Aug. 6-7, New Jersey. Living History
Annual Parker Press Civil War Living History Weekend in Woodbridge, 10-4. Period impressions, displays, skirmishes, Saturday candlelight visits. Sutlers by invitation. Free parking & admission. Sponsored by Robert E. Lee Civil War Round Table of Central New Jersey. For information, Mira Form, 717-420-5564, [email protected]
Aug. 6-7, New York. Civil War Weekend
Civil War Weekend at Hallockville Museum Farm, Riverhead. Battles, demonstrations, living history. All proceeds to North Shore Horse Rescue & Hallockville Farm. Hosted by 14th Brooklyn Co. E & 57th Virginia, Co. B. For information, Col. Frank Ruiz Sr., Union Vols., [email protected]
Aug. 7, Maryland. Guided Tour of Historic Tudor Hall
August 13, Virginia. Lecture Series
“Fugitive Slaves and the Use of Steamships and Small Crafts to Escape in the 1850’s”. by Lesley Haines, Asst. Conservator, USS Monitor Project at the Mariner’s Museum and Park, Newport News, 2:30. For information, 757596-2222; MarinersMuseum.org
Aug. 13-14. Georgia. Civil War Show
38th Annual Southeastern Civil War and Antique Firearms Show and Sell. Cobb Civic Center, 528 S Marietta Pkwy SE, Marietta. Sponsored by North Georgia Relic Hunters Assn. For more information http://www.ngrha.com
Aug. 13-14, Washington. Reenactment
“Battle of Snoqualmie” at Snoqualmie. Sponsored by Washington Civil War Assn. For info: Paul Timmerman, 425-894-5010, [email protected]
Jacob’s Birthday: Celebrating 226th birthday of Jacob Bushong who, with family, endured the Battle of New Market on their farm, at New Market Battlefield. For information, www.vmi.edu
Aug. 20, Virginia. Living History
Aug. 20-21, New York. Reenactment
Civil War Encampment & Reenactment at Hamlin Beach State Park, Hamlin. Battles both days, living history, talks, music, period dance followed by night fire, church service. Bounty for artillery that takes field. Reenactors $8 by Aug. 8, $10 walk-on. Hosted by 5th Virginia Cavalry & 28th New York, Co. E. For information, Timothy Bucknam, 585-493-3611, [email protected]
Aug. 25, Georgia. Founder’s Day
Fort Pulaski National Monument will celebrate the 100th birthday of the National Park Service with a special day of events from 9-7. Special programs, artillery firings, and music, highlighted by an evening performance by the Third Infantry Division Band. https://www.nps.gov/fopu/learn/news/ nhpa50.htm
Aug. 26, Virginia. 154th Battle Tour
Jackson at Bristoe Station Anniversary in-time walking tour at Bristoe Station Battlefield Heritage Park, Bristow, 7 a.m.-4 p.m. 154th anniversary of Thomas J. “Stonewall” Jackson’s capture of Bristoe Station, precursor to the Battle of Second Manassas & Jackson’s capture of Bristoe. Free, $5 suggested donation. For information, 703-366-3049
Aug. 26-28, Pennsylvania. Reenactment
26th annual Lebanon County Civil War Weekend at Union Canal Tunnel Park, Lebanon. Battles both days, Saturday morning tactical. Artillery bounty. No mounted cavalry or horses. $10. Sutlers $25 by Aug. 10. Hosted by 93rd Pennsylvania Vol. Inf., 13th Mississippi & Lebanon County Historical Society. For information, Dennis R. Shirk, 717-933-4294, drshirk93@ comcast.net
Aug. 26-28, Virginia. Living History
Civil War Weekend in two locations in Manassas. The burning of reproduction railcar, extensive Civil War mourning exhibit, keynote speaker John Hennessy. For information, 703-368-1873; www.manassasmseum.org
Aug. 27 Maryland. Campaign Commemoration
“Mystery & Myths of Lee’s Lost Orders” at Monocacy National Battlefield, Frederick. Rangers & living historians commemorate 1862 Maryland Campaign & Confederate encampment that led to the loss of Special Orders 191 found by 27th Indiana soldiers. Portrayals of regiment, infantry demonstrations throughout the day. For information, 301-662-3515; www. nps.gov/mono
Aug. 27, Maryland. Living History
Annual Potomac River Crossing at Historic White’s Ford from Dickerson Conservation Park, Dickerson, 9 a.m. Cross at ANV’s location. Speaker on ford’s history. Hosted by Col. William Norris Camp, SCV. For information, Frank Brown, [email protected]
Aug. 27, North Carolina. Living History
Hands on History: Photography. One-day program at CSS Neuse Civil War Interpretive Center, 100 N. Queen St., Kinston, NC 28501. For Information, 252-526-9600, [email protected]
Aug. 27, Virginia. 154th Anniversary Tours
Battle of Kettle Run Anniversary Tours at Bristoe Station Battlefield Heritage Park, Bristow, 1-4 pm 154th anniversary of “Stonewall” Jackson’s Aug. 27, 1862, capture of Bristoe Station & Battle of Kettle Run, opening round of Second Manassas. Free, $5 suggested donation. For information, 703-366-3049
Battle of Richmond in Richmond. All branches needed. Sponsored by the Battle of Richmond Association. For information, 859-248-1974; battleofrichmond.org
Sept. 3-4, New York. Reenactment
Annual Civil War Reenactment at Museum Village, Monroe. Adults $15, seniors $12, children over three $10. For information, 845-782-8248, www.museumvillage.org
Sept. 3-4, Pennsylvania. “East Meets West” at Gettysburg
Presented at the Daniel Lady Farm on Hanover Road in Gettysburg, PA on Labor Day Weekend. Living History Presentations of soldiers. Presented by the Ward Hill Lamon Civil War Roundtable and the Illiana Civil War Historical Society. Reenactors and Living History presenters contact Larry Weatherford at 765793-5668 or [email protected], on Facebook, East Meets West at Gettysburg.
Sept. 9-11, Kentucky. Reenactment
Battle of Middle Creek reenactment on original battlefield in Prestonsburg. Battles both days, ladies’ tea, two
Aug. 27-28, Kentucky. Reenactment reenactor breakfasts, dance & supper Saturday. Cannon & infantry bounties. Hosted by The Friends of Middle Creek. For information, registration, [email protected]; www.friendsofmiddlecreek.org
Sept. 9-11, North Carolina. Reenactment
Battle of Bost Grist Mill at historic rural mill in Concord. Daily battles, Saturday tactical, Saturday meal & dance. For information, Doug Wright, [email protected]; www.battleofbost.org
Sept. 10, Virginia. Lecture Series
“Research in Dry Ice Cleaning: a new way to conserve metal” with USS Monitor Project Conservation Staff, Civil War Lecture Series at The Mariners’ Museum & Park, Newport News, 2:30. For information, 757-5962222; MarinersMuseum.org
Sept. 10, Washington. Reenactment
Mount Rainier Scenic Railroad Living History & Skirmish, Elbe. Sponsored by Washington Civil War Assn. For information, Larry Wendt, law222@ earthlink.net
Sept. 10-11, Kentucky. Civil War Days
Civil War Days at Camp Nelson Civil War Heritage Park, Nicholasville. Site of Union Army supply depot, recruitment center. Military & civilian life, skirmish. For information, 859-881-5716; www.campnelson.org
Sept. 10-11, New Jersey. Reenactment
Civil War Weekend at Historic Cold Spring Village 19th century living history museum in Cape May. Living history, battles 2 p.m. both days, street fighting. $8 by April 1, $10 after. Sutlers $50. Registration deadline Aug. 31, no walk-ons. For information, Jim Stephens, 609-898-2300, Ext. 17
Sept. 16-18, Pennsylvania. 153rd Hanover
153rd anniversary of Battle of Hanover & Living History Weekend at Codorus State Park, Hanover. Battles both afternoons, Saturday night camp tours. Registration fee $10. Free admission. Sponsored by 16th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry & the Civil War Reenactors of Hanover. For information, Capt. James L. Zartman, 717-637-8371, jamlzar@supernet. com
Sept. 17-18, Iowa. Reenactment
“Thunder in the Woods” reenactment at Corydon Lake County Park, Corydon. Afternoon battles & troop reviews both days, Saturday auction, dance, Sunday church service. For information, Bill Shoup, 641-895-3058, 641-873-4217; www.facebook.com/3rdiowabatterycand36thiowacompanyc
Sept. 17-18, Michigan. VanRaalte Farm Civil War Muster
Join us for the 8th annual Civil War Muster at Holland’s historic VanRaalte Farm, Holland, Mich. Watch as hundreds of reenactors bring the battle of Manassas/Bull Run to life. Explore period camps and be on hand as the infantry, artillery, cavalry and special impressionist relive the events of this historic era. For information, www.vanraaltecivilwarmuster.com or email [email protected]
Sept. 17-18, North Carolina. Collectors Show
Old North State Antique Gun & Military Collectors Show, North Carolina State Fairgrounds, Raleigh. Saturday 9-5, Sunday 10-4. $8 adults, $1 ages 7-12. For information, Carolina Trader Promotions, (704) 282-1339; www. TheCarolinaTrader.com
Sept. 17-18, Ohio. Living History
First Biennial Civil War Living History Weekend at 220-acre Tawawa Park in Sidney. Artillery & infantry bounties of powder or site preservation donation. For information, [email protected] or [email protected]
Sept. 17-18, Pennsylvania. Reenactment
Annual reenactment at The Colonial Plantation, Ridley Creek State Park, Gradyville. For information, www.colonialplantation.org
Sept. 17-18, Virginia. Waynesboro At War Civil War Weekend
3rd Annual Civil War Weekend, hosted by Waynesboro At War. All branches encouraged to participate. Rifled cannon are welcome! Scenarios include First Waynesboro (Sept. 1864) and Piedmont (June 1864). Medal of Honor commemoration for Capt. George Bliss on Saturday. Church service Sunday at 9:30 am. Sutlers and modern vendors. Reenactor fee is $10 ages 12 and up (until Sept 1. Late fee or walk-on is $15) Spectator fee $5 per day or $8 for 2-day pass. Camps open from 9a.m.-5p.m. Sat and 9a.m.-4p.m. Sun. For information, 540-949-5259, waynesboroatwar.webs.com
Sept. 22-25, Pennsylvania. Tour
“Lincoln at Gettysburg” Chambersburg Seminars & Tours, based in Chambersburg. With Joe Mieczkowski, John Schildt, David T. Dixon, Ed Steers, includes bus tour following Lincoln’s path to giving Gettysburg Address, sessions on Lincoln & Harrisburg Civil War sites. For information, www.CivilWarSeminars.org
Sept. 24, Georgia. National Public Lands Day
Fort Pulaski National Monument | National Park Service. 8-12 pm. National Public Lands Day is an annual event that aims to educate Americans about critical environmental and natural resources issues while providing an opportunity to give back to the community. Fort Pulaski National Monument will provide a number of volunteer opportunities aimed to improve public use areas within the park. https://www.nps.gov/fopu/planyourvisit/eventdetails.htm?eventID=1167425-307230
Sept. 24, Illinois. Civil War Show
Civil War & Military Collector’s Extravaganza at DuPage County Fairgrounds, Wheaton, 9-4. $9. For information, 715-526-9769; www.zurkopromotions. com
Hands on History: Mysteries. One-day program focusing on strange artifacts of the Civil War at CSS Neuse Civil War Interpretive Center, 100 N. Queen St., Kinston, NC 28501. For Information, 252-526-9600, cssneuse@ncdcr. gov
September 24, North Carolina. Living History
Sept. 24, Pennsylvania. Benefit Bike Ride
16th Annual A.B.A.T.E. Ride to Gettysburg. Proceeds benefit Pennsylvania Gettysburg Monuments Project & preservation of Gettysburg Battlefield Preservation Assn.’s historic Daniel Lady Farm. For information, registration, www.abatepa.org
Sept. 24-25, Michigan. Living History
Guns ‘N Gowns Civil War Living History Event at Greenmead Historical Village, Livonia, Saturday 10-6, Sunday 10-4. Military & civilian life, tactical, medical & other demonstrations, phrenology readings. Free, donations for preservation accepted. Hosted by 17th Michigan, Co. E. Cosponsored by Livonia Historical Commission. For information, Stephanie Miner, [email protected]; www.17micoe.org
Sept. 24-25, Nebraska. Reenactment
Civil War Reenactment & Historical Days at the Pawnee City Historical Society, Pawnee City, 10-4. For information, Carol Farwell, 402-335-0082, [email protected]
Sept. 24-25, Washington. Living History/Skirmish
Kennewick Living History & Skirmish at Kennewick. Sponsored by Washington Civil War Assn. For information, Rich Bright, 509-910-4638, [email protected]
Sept. 25, Maryland. Guided Tour of Historic Tudor Hall
Sept. 25, Maryland. Till the Curtain Falls: The Genius of Edwin Booth
Presented by Kate Ramirez. She has spoken about the trial and execution of convicted conspirator Mary Surratt for the 2015 Surratt Society Conference and the Historic Port Royal. 45-minute talk starts at 2 p.m. Located at 17 Tudor Lane, Bel Air. $5.00 cash for ages 13 and older. For information, 443-619-0008, [email protected], http://spiritsoftudorhall.blogspot. com
Sept. 28-Oct. 5, Tennessee. Tour
11th Annual Pamplin Park Members Tour: Nathan Bedford Forrest in Tennessee & Mississippi (& Arkansas). Guided A. Wilson Greene tours of Ft. Henry, Ft. Donelson, Shiloh, Ft. Pillow, Johnsonville, Helena, Arkansas Post. From Nashville, overnights in Nashville, Corinth, Memphis. For information, 804-861-2408, www.pamplinpark. org/events