Events Section
Civil War Events Through Dec.
Originally published October 2016 · pp. 38–43
To Oct. 10, Vermont. Soldiers & Citizens
“Soldiers and Citizens” free museum at New England Via Vermont in Alburgh Village. Learn about the Civil War soldier and his family back home. Displays on camp life, the St. Albans Raid, medicine, veterans, ladies, battles, Underground Railroad, and more. Open daily 10-5; Sundays and Wednesdays by chance. (802) 796-3665; check Facebook under New England Via Vermont.
“Soldiers and Citizens” free museum at New England Via Vermont in Alburgh Village. Learn about the Civil War soldier and his family back home. Displays on camp life, the St. Albans Raid, medicine, veterans, ladies, battles, Underground Railroad, and more. Open daily 10-5; Sundays and Wednesdays by chance. 802-796-3665; check Facebook under New England Via Vermont.
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
“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, Pennsylvania. Vice & Virtue
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 Sept. 17, Pennsylvania. Commemoration Picnic
The General Meade Society of Philadelphia will host a ‘Picnic Day’ to commemorate its 20th anniversary from 1-5p.m. on the grounds of the Meade Monument in Fairmount Park on Lansdowne Dr., on the river side of the Please Touch Museum. Event will include picnic style foods, wreath laying ceremony and other activities. For information email generalmeadesociety@ gmail.com
Sept. 17, Virginia. Grafitti House Heritage Day
Sept. 17-18, 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. 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, N.C. State Fairgrounds, Raleigh. Saturday 9-5, Sunday 10-4. $8 adults, $1 ages 7-12. 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. 18, Arkansas. Civil War Collections
Civil War enthusiasts, Ann Webb and Steve Burgess will display and speak about items from their personal collections including kitchen wars, ladies’ accessories, bullets, cannonballs and other military items. Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park. Hindman Hall Visitor Center, 506 E. Douglas Street, Prairie Grove, AR. Free admission. For information, 479-846-2990 or Holly. [email protected].
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 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, Georgia. National Public Lands Day
Sept. 24, Illinois. Civil War Show
Civil War & Military Collector’s Extravaganza at DuPage County Fairgrounds, Wheaton, 9-4. $9. Information, 715-526-9769; www.zurkopromotions.com
September 24, North Carolina. Living History
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. Information, 252-526-9600, [email protected]
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 www.CivilWarNews.com
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. Co-sponsored 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, 402335-0082, [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, 509-9104638, [email protected]
Sept. 25, Maryland. Guided Tour of Historic Tudor Hall
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
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 p.m. and 2 p.m. 17 Tudor Lane in Bel Air. $5 for ages 13 and older. For information, 443-619-0007, [email protected], 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 tours begin at 1p.m. and 2p.m. 17 Tudor Lane in Bel Air. $5 for ages 13 and older. For information, 443-619-0007, [email protected]
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, 804-8612408, www.pamplinpark.org/events
Oct. 1, Virginia. Cemetery Tours
Tours to the Confederate Cemetery & Civil War veteran & other graves at Manassas Cemetery, Manassas, 8 p.m. Tickets required. Please call for tickets 703-368-1873.
Oct. 5-9, Virginia. Live Fire Matches
North-South Skirmish Association National Competition in Winchester. Individual, team matches with Civil War firearms; cannons, mortars. For information, Melinda Shaw, [email protected]; [email protected]
Oct. 7-9, Georgia. Trust for Historic Preservation’s Fall Ramble
Savannah, GA. Historic Savannah Foundation “River to River: Georgia’s First City.” Join us for the Fall 2016 Ramble in Savannah, featuring exclusive tours and social events in historic properties not usually open to the public. A wide variety of sites will be on display from the Savannah River to Moon River.
Oct. 7-9, Kentucky. Reenactment
Reenactment at Perryville Battlefield State Historic Site. All-day Friday unscripted tactical, The Cornfield Battle on Saturday, the Fight for the Bottom’s Farm on Sunday. Registration fees to battlefield preservation. Information, Registration at www.perryvillebattlefield.org
Oct. 7-9, Kentucky. Civil War Days
Civil War Days at Columbus-Belmont State Park in Columbus. Friday Education Day. Friday night ghost walk through historic earthworks. Narrated battles 2 p.m. both days. Saturday ball with 52nd Regimental String Band. Sunday service & memorial ceremony at Columbus Cemetery. Cavalry, artillery by invitation, all infantry welcome. No fee, meal provided. For information, pre-registration, 270-677-2327, [email protected]
Oct. 7-9, Tennessee. The Grande Reunion of Union & Confederate Descendants
Located at the Stewart County Visitors Center, 117 Visitors Center Drive, Dover, Tenn. Event includes: Battlefield tours, lectures, Civil War relic displays, author meet & greets, living historians, period music, memorial services, grand BBQ picnic and much more. BBQ picnic $10 (pay onsite). Preregistration is recommended. For info: John Walsh, email: john@ fortdonelsonrelics.com, www.ftdonelsoncwrt.org
“Facial Reconstructions” talk with Louisiana State University, Civil War Lecture Series at The Mariners’ Museum & Park, Newport News, 2:30. For information, 757-596-2222; MarinersMuseum.org
Oct. 8, Virginia. Lecture
Oct. 8, Virginia. Bus Tour
Bristoe Station Campaign Bus Tour from Bristoe Station Battlefield Heritage Park, Bristow, 8-5. Stops will include Bristoe Station Battlefield Heritage Park, Auburn, Remington and Buckland. $80 per person includes lunch, reservations required. For information, 703-366-3049 The Second NJ Brigade and Allentown NJ in cooperation with the Confederate command of the 44th GA, presents their annual CW reenactment and Living History event. This is held in conjunction with Allentown’s Fall Festival event. All impressions welcomed including civilian reenactors. Allentown puts on a wonderful street fair. Attendees will experience the best that the 21st century can offer in local entertainment as well as working with well respected premier CW reenactment units. Contact: Robert A Bowell, 908309-6347, email: [email protected]. (updated insurance documents for participants are required.)
Oct. 8-9, New Jersey. Reenactment & Living History
Oct. 8-9, North Carolina. Historic Home Tour
The Historic Salisbury Foundation will be sponsoring its October Tour event. Saturday 10-5:30 with Artist Reception from 5-7 p.m. Sunday 12-5:30 p.m. Tours will begin at 226 South Jackson Street, Salisbury, NC. Includes: Historic Home Tour with 10 tour sites including the Senator Elizabeth Hanford Dole House, free music, local food vendors, children’s activities (antique fire truck rides, story time, arts and crafts, Colonial games, etc.), Civil War encampment, Plein Air artist, beer and wine tastings, and more! For information, contact Anna Moorefield at 704-636-0103, email events@ historicalsalisbury.org or visit OctoberTour.com
Oct. 8-10, Virginia. Tour
‘The Shenandoah Valley’ Presented by the Meade Society. Tour of Civil War and historic sites in the Shenandoah Valley, including V.M.I. For information, contact Jerry McCormick, [email protected]
Oct. 10, Vermont. Soldiers & Citizens Museum
Oct. 13, Alabama. Lecture
Tennessee Valley Civil War Symposium with James I. Robertson lecture, “How the Civil War Still Lives,” at University of Alabama, Huntsville, 6:308. Fee at door. Hosted by Tennessee Valley Civil War Round Table. Contact Emil L. Posey, 256-278-5533, [email protected]; tvcwrt.org
Oct. 14, Virginia. 153rd Battle Tour
153rd Anniversary Battle of Bristoe Station In-Time Tours at Bristoe Station Battlefield Heritage Park, Bristow, 3-6 p.m. 153rd anniversary of the third & final battle in Prince William County on Oct. 14, 1863. Free, $5 suggested donation. For information, 703-366-3049
Oct. 14-16, Virginia. Symposium
20th Annual Pamplin Historical Park National Civil War Symposium in Petersburg. Speakers include William Blair, Rob Girardi, Earl J. Hess, James McPherson, William Marvel, George C. Rable, Mark Summers. Optional
Friday tour of actions around Richmond & Petersburg with A. Wilson Greene. For information, 804-861-2408, www.pamplinpark.org/events
Oct. 15, Maryland. Hikes & Movie
Ranger-led free hikes of battlefield at Monocacy National Battlefield, Frederick. Evening movie at the Historic Thomas Barn. Monocacy National Battlefield, Frederick.
Oct. 15, Pennsylvania. Bus Tour
Sponsored by the Frankonia Museum, this tour begins with coffee and donuts at the Seminary Ridge Museum, 6121 Franconia Road. Motor coach will leave at 8:15 a.m. and stop for another pickup in Montgomery County at 9 a.m. Tour will include visits to battlefields and the Seminary Ridge Museum, as well as lunch, gratuities, and a McDonald’s snack on the way home. Cost is $100. For information, Don Hakenson at 703-971-4984, dhakenson@ verizon.net or Carl Sell at 703-971-4716 or [email protected]
Oct. 15, Georgia. Historic Savannah Foundation Gala
The Annual HSF Gala promises to be one of Savannah’s most exciting and elegant fundraising events of the year. Guests will enjoy an elegant evening featuring dinner and live music with many of Savannah’s most prominent community influencers, business leaders and dignitaries. For information, http://www.myhsf.org/special-events/gala
Oct. 15-16, Virginia. 152nd Bristoe Station
Battle of Bristoe Station Anniversary Weekend & Luminary at Bristoe Station Battlefield Heritage Park. 11-4 daytime demonstrations. Luminary begins 5 p.m. Encampment, artillery demonstrations, tour of third & final Prince William County battle. Over 2,000 candles for those who died, living history vignettes, self-guided tours. Free, $5 suggested donation. For information, 703-366-3049
Oct. 15-16, Virginia. 152nd Cedar Creek
152nd Anniversary Reenactment of the Battle of Cedar Creek on the original battlefield in Middletown. Hosted by Cedar Creek Battlefield Foundation. Information, 540-869-2064, [email protected]; www.ccbf.us
Oct. 20, Massachusetts. Olde Colony Civil War Round Table Annual Jubilee Dinner
“An Evening with General Lee”, presented by Kent Sinram, beginning at 6 p.m. at Lombardo’s Restaurant, 6 Billings St., Randolph, MA 02368. For tickets and information, Bob Hearsey 781-828-3183.
Oct. 20-22, Tennessee. History Symposium
Hear lectures, panel discussions, tour the battlefield and historic homes this year at the Battle of Franklin and American Memory History Symposium. It will be held at the Drury Plaza Hotel, 1874 W. McEwen Drive in Franklin. Limited to 55 guests, registration is $450/person. For information, 615-794-0903 or email [email protected]
Oct. 21, Pennsylvania. Ball
12th Annual Gravediggers Ball in Crystal Tea Room Ballroom at Wannamaker’s, Philadelphia. Cocktails, dinner, dancing, $175 per person. All proceeds to continued restoration and preservation of historic Laurel Hill Cemetery where Gen. George Meade, many veterans buried. Sponsored by Friends of the Laurel Hill Cemetery. For information, 215-228-8200; theundergroundmuseum.org per person.
Oct. 21-23. Pennsylvania. Image of War Seminar
Gettysburg. Seminar includes: Special Q&A and book signing with photohistorian William A. Frassanito; 12 hours of battlefield tours covering nearly the whole battlefield in one seminar; Hundreds of Gettysburg photographs in detail and in 3-D—indoor and on-the-field; Our largest-ever 3-D show, shown on the Gettysburg Heritage Center’s giant screen; A special 4-D and wet-plate experience: For novices and seasoned experts alike. Sign up at www.imageofwar.org. Contact: Garry Adelman at gadelman@ civilwar.org or Jennifer Kon at [email protected], 614-656-2297.
Oct. 22, New Jersey. Symposium
The Old Baldy Civil War Round Table & Camp Olden Civil War Round Table Civil War Symposium at Camden County College, Blackwood, 9-4. Presentations by noted Civil War historians, exhibits, period musical entertainment. For information, OldBaldycwrt.org
Oct. 22, North Carolina. Living History
Hands on History: Shipbuilding. One-day program at CSS Neuse Civil War Interpretive Center, 100 N. Queen St., Kinston, NC 28501. For Information, 252-526-9600, [email protected]
Oct. 22, Virginia. Seminar and Tour
Lord Fairfax Community College’s Center for Civil War History’s annual fall seminar and tour “Another Era in Our War Life”: Sigel and Hunter in the Lower Shenandoah Valley, Spring 1864 on Saturday, 10:30a.m. - 4:30. Morning lecture at LFCC’s Middletown, Virginia, campus with Prof. Jonathan A. Noyalas, afternoon carpool tour of sites between Winchester and Stephens City which will examine the Union presence in Frederick County, Virginia, irregular operations, and efforts of Union Gen. David Hunter to burn civilians’ homes in order to control increased activity from Confederate irregulars and bushwhackers during the spring of 1864. Registration fee is $20. Lunch not included. For information; LFCC at 540-868-7021 or www. lfccworkforce.com or email Prof. Noyalas at [email protected]
Oct. 22-23, Alabama. Skirmish
Cotton Picking Celebration & Skirmish at Old Baker Farm, Harpersville, state’s oldest working farm. All branches invited. Powder for artillery. For information, Jimmy White, [email protected]
Oct. 23, Maryland. Guided Tour of Historic Tudor Hall
Oct. 25, Virginia. Speakers and Discussion
Discussion on Civil War Memory with Gary W. Gallagher and Edward L. Ayers from 3-4:15 p.m. at the Gaines Theatre, Christopher Newport University in Newport News. For information email Jonathan W. White at [email protected]
Oct. 29, Virginia. Battlefield Walk
“Spirits of New Market” walk on the New Market Battlefield. For information, www.vmi.edu
Oct. 29, Virginia. Night Program
Hospital Horrors by Night at Ben Lomond Historic Site, Manassas, 7-9 p.m. Site of First Manassas Confederate field hospital. Guided tours on half hour of house & grounds, meeting soldiers, doctors, loved ones. $10 per person, not recommended for under age 12. Reservations recommended. For information, 703-367-7872
Nov. 3-6, Virginia. Grant Forrest’s West Tennessee Raid and the Holly Springs Raid
When Halleck was brought to Washington, U.S. Grant assumed command of operations along the Mississippi River. Having won fights at Iuka, Corinth and Davis Bridge and with Memphis as a base of supply, Grant began to plan operations to open the river to commerce. Disregarding Halleck’s warnings about his supply lines, Grant advanced to Oxford, Mississippi and brought supply trains past Grand Junction and into Holly Springs. After releasing Sherman to move towards Vicksburg, Grant prepared to move along the Mississippi Central Railroad. Grant would never make it–Nathan Bedford Forrest and Earl Van Dorn would make sure of that. This is part 1 of BGES exclusive nine tour series on the Vicksburg Campaign–it stands alone and is being offered for a third time due to popular demand–don’t miss it. For information, http://www.blueandgrayeducation.org/civil-war-tours/grantsuffers-a-hard-lesson
Nov. 4-6, Tennessee. Reenactment
Memphis, Tenn. Sponsored by the Battle of Bartlett Assn. and support by the city of Bartlett The Battle of Bartlett & the 150th anniversary of the town chartering. Two 1864 battles, free Sat. meal, Grand Ball with the 52nd Regimental String Band, period church w/ Rev Alan Farley, sutlers, guest speakers, period clothiers and crafts, food vendors, cavalry, artillery, infantry, pyrotechnics, night cannon fire. No registration fee. W. J. Freeman Park, 2629 Bartlett Blvd., Bartlett, Tenn. 38134. For information, 901-550-5772, http:// www.battleofbartlett.org, email [email protected]
Nov. 4-6, West Virginia. 155th Guyandotte
“Thunder in the Village” 27th Anniversary Guyandotte Civil War Days. Town was site of Nov. 10-11, 1861, raid & burning. Battles, living history. With The Valley Division. For information, Jeanne Caldwell, 304-617-6719, [email protected]. Registration, www.guyandottecivilwardays.com
Nov. 5-6, North Carolina. Reenactment
30th Annual Battle of Fort Branch, a Confederate earthen star fort overlooking Roanoke River in Hamilton. Battles 1:30 both days, Saturday tactical, Saturday meal & dance, Sunday church service. Troops needed. All proceeds to Fort Branch preservation & restoration. Hosted by 1st N.C. Volunteers / 11th N.C. Troops. For information, www.fortbranchcivilwarsite.com. U.S.: Howard Lee, 252-756-3382, [email protected]. C.S.: Lee Gordon, 919-732-6986, LGordon3@ nc.rr.com
Nov. 5-6, Virginia. Reenactment
The Battle of Bethesda Church at Locust Grove Plantation, Walkertown, 10-6. Information, 804-769-8201, 804-744-6224; www. peninsulaartillery.com
Nov. 6, Maryland. Guided Tour of Historic Tudor Hall
Nov. 10, Pennsylvania. U.S. Marine Corps Birthday Observance
Held at the grave of General Jacob Zeilin, 7th Commandant; a Veterans’ Day Tour follows ‘Servicemen Killed in Action’ Tour - at Laurel Hill Cemetery, Philadelphia at 10 am.
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
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]
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].
Nov. 19, Pennsylvania. Remembrance Day Parade
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. 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 races, dress up, music, weapons demonstrations. For information, 912-786-5787; www.nps.gov/fopu
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
Dec. 2-3, 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, 804-861-2408, 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
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 [email protected], 772-318-8258, https://www.facebook. com/FTPierceRaid
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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. For information, 757-596-2222; MarinersMuseum.org
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.