Events Section

Civil War Events — January 2020

Originally published January 2020 · pp. 43–46

Explore the Mariners’ Museum in Newport News and enjoy a lecture on the CSS Manassas with paid admission. Lecture will be at 2:30 p.m. For information; marinersmuseum.org.

Jan. 4-5, South Carolina. Civil War Show and Sale

American Digger Magazine’s Lowcountry Civil War & Artifact Show, 176 Patriots Point Rd., Mt. Pleasant, S.C. Info: 770-362-8671 or 716-574-0465; email [email protected] or [email protected].

Jan 10, Virginia. Lunch Discussion

Battle of Stones River at the Mariners’ Park Café in the Mariners’ Museum in Newport News. Discussion is free with paid admission to the museum. For information; marinersmuseum.org.

Jan. 12, Pennsylvania. G.A.R. Museum Open House

Civil War regimental brass band concert to be held at the historic Ruan House located at 4278 Griscom Street, Philadelphia, Pa. at 1:30 p.m. For information; 215-289-6484 or www.garmuslib.org.

Jan. 18-19, North Carolina. 155th Commemoration of the Second Battle of Fort Fisher

Program will focus on the Jan. 13-15, 1865 campaign to capture the fort. Battle reenactments and live artillery fire demonstrations with Fort Fisher cannons. Descendant’s reunion program for those with ancestors involved in the battle. Period exhibits, guest speakers and reenactors to demonstrate aspects of the battle. This family-friendly event is open to the public at no charge with off-site parking. Hours both days are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Located at 1610 fort Fisher Blvd. South, Kure Beach, NC 28449, for more information; 910-251-7340 or www.friendsoffortfisher.com or www.nchistoricsites.org/ fisher.

Jan. 25, Virginia. Lecture

“Private Confederacies: The Emotional Worlds of Southern Men as Citizens and Soldiers,” at the National Museum of Civil War Medicine in Frederick. 2:30 pm. Free with admission. civilwarmed.org/event/private-confederacies.

Feb. 1-2, Georgia. Civil War Show and Sale

MK Shows presents the Chickamauga (Dalton) Civil War Show at the Northwest Georgia Trade Center, Dalton, Ga., for collectors and history enthusiasts. Over 400 sale and display tables. Adults $10, Children under 12 are free. Open Sat. 9-5 and Sunday, 9-3. For information; www.MKShows. com, email Mike Kent at [email protected].

Feb 9. Georgia. Living History

“Soldier Stories,” camp, demonstrations and artifact display at the Pickett’s Mill Battlefield Historic Site. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Hikes 1 and 2 p.m. Free. explore.gastateparks.org/events.

Feb. 12, Pennsylvania. Lincoln Birthday Celebration, Parade and Ceremonies Jan. 4, Virginia. Lecture

Sponsored by the Union League of Philadelphia. Arrive by 10 a.m. for free parking for reenactors at Laz Garage on the N.W. corner of 15th & Sansom St. only. There will be a lunch for the participants at 12 p.m. After the parade participants are invited to return to the Union League for refreshments and entertainment. register: awaski01@gmail. com.

Feb. 14, Virginia. Lunch Discussion

“Confederate POW Camps,” at the Mariners’ Park Cafe in the Mariners’ Museum in Newport News. 12:30 pm. Discussion is free. marinersmuseum.org

Feb. 14-16, Florida. Reenactment

Olustee Battlefield Historic State Park will host the weekend long 44th Annual Reenactment commemorating the 156th anniversary of the Battle of Olustee. More than 2,000 living historians will give presentations of both civilian and military life during the Civil War. Events will include a wreath laying ceremony, Civil War Memorial Service, tours and medical demonstrations, entertainment, arts, crafts and food booths along with artillery night firing and oldfashioned barn dance. Spectators can visit authentic campsites, watch the parade, view artillery inspections, listen to a period music concert and watch the battle reenactment. Friday is living history education day for schools and a ball at the Ball Tent Saturday night. Period attire required and is for reenactment participants only. For information; 877635-3655; www.battleofolustee.org.

Feb. 22-23, South Carolina. Reenactment

The Battle of Aiken reenactment will take place at 1210 Powell Pond Road, Aiken. Camps and demonstrations all weekend with battles each day. $15/adult. For information; battleofaiken.org.

March 6-7, Mississippi. Midsouth Military History and Civil War Show

The 53rd annual show and sale will be held at a new location in 2020 at I-55 & Church Rd. in Southhaven, just 15 minutes from downtown Memphis. Admission is $10, kids 12 and under free. For information; MidsouthMilitaryHistory@ gmail.com or 901-832-4708.

March 7, Pennsylvania. Civil War Lecture

Join us for a lecture on South Mountain Communities during the Civil War, at the Shippensburg Historical Society, 52 W. King St., Shippensburg. 10 a.m. Free, donations welcome. For Information; shippensburghistoricalsociety.org

March 21, Pennsylvania. Preservation Luncheon

Author Bradley Gottfried will speak on “The Days in the Saddle: The Cavalry at Gettysburg” at the Grand Army Museum, 9130 Academy Rd., Philadelphia, Pa. 19114 For reservations or information; garmuslib@verizon. net or 215-289-6484.

March 21-22, North Carolina. Reenactment

Bentonville Battlefield State Historic Site is host to the largest reenactment held in the state of North Carolina every five years. Visitors will learn about the battle that happened Mar. 19-21, 1865, which was the last major Confederate offensive in the war as Gen. Joseph Johnston fought the advancement of Gen. Sherman’s march across the South. Included are many free programs and 2 reenactments which are ticketed events. For tickets, schedule of events and more information; 910-594-0789 or https://www.johnstoncountync. org/155th-bentonville-reenactment.

April 3-5, Maryland. Civil War Conference

“Lincoln Assassination Studies: Snapshots from the Big Picture,” 21st Annual Conference. Tours and lectures sponsored by the Surratt Society, in Clinton. $225, tours priced separately. For information; surrattmuseum.org

April 4, All States. Park Day sponsored by the American Battlefield Trust

Annual volunteer cleanup and repair at Civil War sites across the country. For information; battlefields.org/events/park-day.

April 4, Virginia. Shenandoah University’s McCormick Civil War Institute in Winchester

The McCormick Civil War Institute will host its 2020 Spring Conference from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. “The Civil War on the Water.” Featuring nationally recognized Civil War scholars John M. Coski, Anna Gibson Holloway, Karen Needles, Jonathan W. White and Jonathan A. Noyalas (Shenandoah University). Registration fee of $50 ($25 for students with valid id) covers all presentations and lunch. For information or to register visit www.su.edu/ MCWI, or call 540-665-4501, or email [email protected].

April 5, Pennsylvania. Symposium

Annual Meade Society History Symposium at the Conservatory at West Laurel Hill Cemetery, Bala Cynwyd, Pa. at 12 p.m. Speakers on the topic – The War with Mexico; Training Ground of the Civil War. Contact: Jerry McCormick 215-848-7753; or [email protected].

April 23-26, New Jersey. Company of Military Historians Annual Meeting

The 2020 meeting, held at the Crowne Plaza-Princeton, 900 Scudders Mill Rd., Plainsboro, NJ., will begin with the welcome reception on Thursday followed by a field trip to visit Washington’s Crossing, the Old Barracks Museum and Princeton Battlefield on Friday. Nine lectures covering many periods of American military history and material culture along with a 20-table exhibit / flea market room and expanded silent auction. Register online at: https://tinyurl.com/register-4-CMH2020. For more information; [email protected], 845-754-8827.

April 24 -26, North Carolina. 23rd Annual Salisbury Confederate Prison Symposium

23rd Annual Salisbury Confederate Prison Symposium sponsored by the Robert F. Hoke Chapter 78, United Daughters of the Confederacy. Event begins Fri. afternoon with 3 lectures, displays, Friendship Banquet, music, and recognition of veterans. On Sat. there are 4 lectures, light lunch, door prizes, displays, and books. Lectures presented by authors, historians, and descendants on subjects related to the Salisbury Confederate Prison. Sun. there is a 10 a.m. Memorial Service for prisoners at the Salisbury National Cemetery and an 11 a.m. Service for guards at the Old Lutheran Cemetery. Sun. afternoon Prison site tour for registered Symposium attendees. Registration $70 per person when postmarked by April 3, $80 afterwards. $15 charge for refunds after April 10. No refunds after April 17. Mail checks to Robert F. Hoke Chapter 78, UDC, PO Box 83, Salisbury, NC 28145-0083. For information; Sue Curtis 704-637-6411, [email protected].

April 25, Illinois. Civil War Show and Sale

Zurko Promotions presents The National Civil War Collectors Spring Show and Sale which will be held at the DuPage County Fairgrounds in Wheaton. Hours: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $9 – includes admission to the CADA Collector Arms Dealers Assoc. Show. For information; www. chicagocivilwarshow.com.

Zurko Promotions presents The National Civil War Collectors Fall Show and Sale which will be held at the DuPage County Fairgrounds in Wheaton. Hours: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $9 – includes admission to the CADA Collector Arms Dealers Assoc. Show. For information; www. chicagocivilwarshow.com.

May 2-3, Ohio. Civil War Show and Sale

The 43rd Annual Show in Mansfield at the Richland County Fairgrounds.

Friday dealer setup. One of the most impressive artillery living history displays you will ever see. Living history units representing Rev war through WWII. Over 750 tables. Admission is $7, kids under 12 free. For information; email: [email protected] or visit www.ohiocivilwarshow.com.

May 15-17, Georgia. Reenactment

The 156th Anniversary “Battle of Resaca” reenactment will be held on over 650 acres of the original battlefield. This event will have main camps located within the original US and CS lines. Camping allowed in or near the breastworks. Amenities include straw, hay and firewood; food and ice on site. The planned activities include main battles both days at 2 p.m., period dance, medical demo’s, cavalry competition, ladies’ tea, civilian refugee camp, period church services and a memorial service at the Confederate cemetery. Handicapped parking is available. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the preservation efforts of the Friends of Resaca Battlefield, Inc. A $150 bounty will be paid to the first fourteen cannon and crews registered by May 1st. Reenactor registration fee is $10.00 due by May 1. For more information, www.georgiadivision.org or Battle of Resaca, P.O. Box 0919, Resaca, GA 30735-0919.

May 24, Pennsylvania. Memorial Day Observance at Historic Laurel Hill Cemetery

Recreating the Original G.A.R. Decoration Day Service of 1868: The traditional Decoration Day service of the Grand Army Meade Post #1 will be recreated at Laurel Hill Cemetery, 3822 Ridge Ave. Philadelphia at noon. For information, 215-228-8200 or [email protected] for Dr. Andy Waskie.

May 30, Georgia. Living History

Anniversary living history and civilian program at the Battle of Pickett’s Mill Battlefield Historic Site located at 4432 Mt. Tabor Church Rd., Dallas, Ga. Hours are 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. $6/adult. For information; explore.gastateparks.org/ info/214024?c=17413216.

May 30 & 31, Pennsylvania –Living History

Join us for this annual event recognizing the participation of 120 members of the Pennypacker family, including Governor Samuel W. Pennypacker, a Private in the 26th Pa. Emergency Militia. See soldier life and civilian demonstrations, artillery fire, troop inspections, dress parade, music and speakers. Children can participate in the Be a Soldier Kid Enlistment each day. Pennypacker mansion is open for tours. Food vendor onsite. Hours: Sat. 10- 5; Sun. 10-4. Free to the public. Reenactment units: Fee $2/person before May 1, $10/person after. Free straw, firewood, water and cake. For Information: 610-287-9349 or www.ppmcivilwar.org.

June 6-7, Virginia. Reenactment

23rd Annual Reenactment of Fort Pocahontas, on the historic battlefield located at 13150 Sturgeon Point Rd., Charles City, Va. Camp and demonstrations open 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sat., 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Sun. Battles at 1 p.m. both days. $10/ adults. fortpocahontas.org/reenactment.

June 27-28, Pennsylvania. Civil War Show

Sat. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun. 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Eisenhower Hotel & Conference Center Allstar Expo Complex, 2638 Emmitsburg Road, Gettysburg. The Gettysburg Battlefield Preservation Association’s Artifact and Collector’s Show features more than 200 vendors and over 300 tables of artifacts, swords, firearms, correspondence, books, photographs, documents and much more. Daily admission: Adults: $8. Children 12 and under free. Vendors contact: [email protected] or call 717-334-2350. For more information visit www.uniondb.com or www.gbpa.org. Email: [email protected].

July 4-5, Pennsylvania. Reenactment

The 2020 reenactment of the Battle of Gettysburg will be hosted by the Gettysburg Battlefield Preservation Association and will be held at the Daniel Lady Farm. For updates visit https://www.gbpa.org/news/gbpasdaniel-lady-farm-host-2020-battlegettysburg.

July 22-26, Georgia. Gateway to the Deep South: Chickamauga & Chattanooga

Featuring tour guide & leading authority David Powell with special guest Eric Wittenberg as we visit Bridgeport and Stevenson, AL; LaFayette, GA, Davis’s Crossroads, Chickamauga, Reed’s Bridge, Jay’s Mill, Brock Field, Kelly Field, Brotherton Field, Horseshoe Ridge, Lookout Mountain, National Cemetery, Orchard Knob, Ringgold & more! Based in Ringgold, GA. More details www. CivilWarSeminars.org or call 717264-7101.

July 25-26, Tennessee. Civil War Show and Sale

American Digger® Magazine’s Chattanooga Civil War & Artifact Show, Camp Jordan Arena, 323 Camp Jordan Pkwy., East Ridge, Tenn. Info: 770-362-8671 or 716-574-0465; email anita@ americandigger.com or kesmas@ localnet.com.

Aug. 15-16, Minnesota. Reenactment

“Pipestone Civil War Days,” 850 N Hiawatha Ave, Pipestone. Camps, music, talks and demonstrations 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Sat., 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sun. Battles to be held on both afternoons. For information; pipestoneminnesota.com/cwd.

Sept. 26, Illinois. Civil War Show and Sale

Oct. 17-18, Virginia. Reenactment

Plan to attend the 156th Anniversary of the Battle of Cedar Creek in Middletown, Va., hosted by Cedar Creek Battlefield Foundation www. ccby.us. For more information; [email protected] or call 540-869-2064.

Oct. 17-18, Virginia. 156th Anniversary Reenactment of the Battle of Cedar Creek

In commemoration of the 1864 Battle of Cedar Creek, this reenactment event hosts a Civil War Reenactment daily with cavalry, infantry, artillery, and living history presentations along with presentations by guest speakers and historians. Family friendly, gates open to the public at 9:00 AM. Located on the actual battlefield and hosted by Cedar Creek Battlefield Foundation, a non-profit 501(c) (3), all proceeds help preserve the battlefield. For Reenactor and other participants registration and for other information visit www.ccbf.us. or call 540-869-2064.

Nov. 14-15, Virginia. Civil War Show and Sale

MK Shows presents the 40th Anniversary of the “Original Richmond” Capital of the Confederacy Civil War Show for collectors and history enthusiasts. Located at the Richmond International Raceway, 600 E. Laburnum Ave. Free parking. Over 350 tables. Adults $10, Children under 12 are free. Sat. 9-5 and Sun. 9-3. For info: www.MKShows.com, [email protected].

Nov. 21, Pennsylvania. Remembrance Day in Gettysburg

General Meade & his Generals and the veterans of the Battle of Gettysburg Honor / Dedication Ceremonies during the Remembrance Day Observance. Honoring all commanders and veterans of the Battle. Meet at the General Meade Equestrian Monument at 10:30 a.m. For info: Jerry McCormick at 215848-7753 or [email protected].

Dec. 5-6, Tennessee. Civil War Show and Sale

MK Shows presents the 34th Annual Middle Tennessee Civil War Show and Sale at the Williamson County Ag Expo Park, 4215 Long Lane in Franklin. The nation’s largest Civil War show, featuring 1,000 tables of antique weapons, artifacts and memorabilia from top dealers and collectors around the country and encompassing all eras of military history from the Revolutionary War through World War II. Appraisers are always on hand to help you identify and value your military collectibles at no cost. Hours are 9-5 on Sat., 9-3 on Sun., parking is free and admission is only $10/adults and children 12 & under/free. For more information; www.MKShows.com or [email protected].

Dec. 31, Pennsylvania. Annual General Meade Birthday Celebration

Mark your calendar for the annual anniversary of the birth of General George G. Meade, heroic commander of the victorious Union army at the Battle of Gettysburg. The General Meade Society will celebrate his birthday at Historic Laurel Hill Cemetery, 3822 Ridge Ave. at noon. For directions, call: 215-228-8200 Laurel Hill Cemetery.