Events Section

Civil War Events — April 2021

Originally published April 2021 · p. 45

The 12th Annual Corinth Civil War Relic Show and Sale sponsored by the Col. W.P. Rogers, SCV Camp #321 will be held at the Crossroads Arena. Located at 2800 S. Harper Road exit on Hwy 45, just 1 mile south of Hwy 72 in Corinth, Miss., this show is expanded, larger and better than ever before, with daily door prizes. Sat. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sun. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For information; Dennis Brown, 662-212-4621/[email protected], Buddy Ellis, 662-6651419/bellis@[email protected] or visit www.battleofcorinth.com.

April 23-24, Georgia. Antique Gun-International Military Show

Explore antique guns, U.S. and foreign military arms, Civil War collectibles, books, and military collectibles of all periods. Exhibit, buy, sell, and trade. IAMAW Union Hall, 1032 S. Marietta Parkway, Marietta. Fri. 12 p.m. – 5 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Admission $7, Ages 7-12 $1. For more information; 704-282-1339, [email protected], www.thecarolinatrader.com.

April 24, Illinois. Civil War & Military Extravaganza.

The April 24, 2021 show has been canceled due to the Fairgrounds being used as a COVID vaccination site thru April. We will return September 25, 2021. For information; www.chicagocivilwarshow.com.

April 24-25, Pennsylvania. Reenactment and Living History – 160th Battle of Manassas

This spring Reenactment and Living History event at the Daniel Lady Farm in Gettysburg will feature The Battle of the First Manassas and an extensive Living History area for an all-around, all-day educational Civil War experience! The Reenactment will focus on what was learned by both armies during the first major battle of the American Civil War. For more information; daniellladyfarm.com.

April 30-May 2, Florida. Federal Garrison of Fort Clinch

Sponsored by Ft. Clinch State Park. Union Soldier, Sailor, and Marine reenactors are needed for first person interpretation of Fort Clinch in May of 1864. Military activities will include guard duty, drill, firing demonstrations, and mail call. Barracks accommodations will be available on a first come first serve basis. Separate accommodations are available. Reenactors MUST be in proper uniform to participate (kepi or forage cap, sack coat or frock, trousers, and blackened brogans and leather gear, only corps badge acceptable is 10th corps red). Meals will be breakfast and lunch on Sat. and breakfast on Sun. morning. There will be a candlelight tour for spectators after dark on Sat. Please RSVP to assist us in planning for the event. No charge for reenactors. Please contact Tom Criscuolo at [email protected], or Rob Pfluger at [email protected]. Civilians may contact Trasey Pfluger thepflugers@aol. com. For more information; floridastateparks.org/fortclinch.

May 1-2, 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 14-16, Georgia. Reenactment and Living History

The 157th 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. The planned activities include main battles both days at 2 p.m., period dance, medical demo’s, cavalry competition, ladies’ tea, reenactor clothing “yard sale”, a memorial service at the CSA cemetery and much more. Handicapped parking is available. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the preservation efforts of the Friends of Resaca Battlefield, Inc. Reenactor pre-registration fee is $10 for (12 and older) due by May 7. After May 7 registration and walk-on fee is $20. For more information, www.georgiadivision. org or Battle of Resaca, P.O. Box 0919, Resaca, GA 30735-0919.

May 29-30th, Pennsylvania. Military Field Days

This Living History Event at the Daniel Lady Farm in Gettysburg will feature Revolutionary War, American Civil War, and World War Reenactors to name a few. It will be an all-around, all-day educational experience for the whole family! For more information; daniellladyfarm.com.

June 4-6, Virginia. Reenactment: The Action at Wilson’s Wharf

Located between Richmond and Williamsburg, scenic Fort Pocahontas is the site of the May 24, 1864 Action in which US Colored Troops (USCTs) defended the fort they built against an assault by Fitzhugh Lee’s Confederate Cavalry. Open to the public 10-4 Sat. and 10-3 Sun: $10/adults, $8/students. See Civil War camps and enjoy living history including family activities; battle reenactment 1 p.m. both days. For reenactors: Pre-registration required between Mar. 1 and Apr. 16 at www.fortpocahontas.org ; shaded campsites with vistas of the James River; Friday officers’ social; dinner provided Saturday; evening entertainment and artillery fire.

June 12-13, Mississippi. Civil War Show

Civil War Relic Show will be held at Brandon City Hall, located at 1000 Municipal Drive, Brandon, Mississippi. Admission $7, 12 and under are free. Saturday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. See our ad on page 15 in this issue for more information.

June 26-27, Pennsylvania. Annual Gettysburg Civil War Artifact Show

The nation’s premier Civil War relic and collectors show at the Eisenhower All Star Complex. Brendan Synnamon, GBPA Vice President of Administration and the event’s coordinator, is working closely with the Eisenhower Complex to ensure the event follows PA Guidelines for COVID 19 control. America’s Premier Civil War relic and collector’s show. Held at the Eisenhower All Star Complex at 2634 Emmitsburg Rd, Gettysburg,our 300+ tables are a great way to view and even purchase authentic Civil War artifacts. Browse the tables and speak with the vendors who are all well versed in history and artifact identification. Better than a museum! Every item has someone willing to give you its history lesson and answer all your questions. $100 VIP Charitable donation includes Friday and early admission for the serious collector. Admission $10, children under 12 free. For more information visit https://www.gbpa.org/ event/annual-civil-war-relic-show.

July 3-4, Pennsylvania. Reenactment: 158th Battle of Gettysburg

This summer Reenactment and Living History event at the Daniel Lady Farm in Gettysburg will feature popular battles such as McPherson’s Ridge, The Wheatfield, and Pickett’s Charge, along with an extensive Living History area for an all-around, all-day educational Civil War experience for the whole family! For info: daniellladyfarm.com.

July 16-17, Georgia. Antique Gun and International Military Show

July 24-25, Tennessee. Civil War Show and Sale

American Digger presents the Chattanooga Antique Militaria & Americana Show at the Camp Jordan Arena, 323 Camp Jordan Pkwy., East Ridge, TN. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sat and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sun. For more information; 770-362-8671 or americandigger.com/American-digger-events.

Aug. 14-15, Georgia. Civil War Show and Sale

42nd Annual show in Marietta at the Cobb County Civic Center hosted by the North Ga. Relic Hunters. Cobb County Civic Center, 548 South Marietta Pkwy SE, Marietta, GA 30060. Hours Sat. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Show chairman: Ray McMahan at [email protected]. For more information visit www.ngrha.com.

Aug. 28-29, North Carolina. Antique Gun and Military Antiques Show

82nd Old North State Show consisting of antique guns, U.S. and foreign military arms, Civil War collectibles, books, and military collectibles of all periods. Exhibit, buy, sell, and trade at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Rd., Raleigh, N.C. Sat. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sun. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Daily admission adults $8, and ages 7-12 $1. For more information; 704-282-1339, [email protected], www.thecarolinatrader.com.

Sept. 18-19, Pennsylvania. Reenactment and Living History: 159th Battle of Sharpsburg

This fall Reenactment and Living History event at the Daniel Lady Farm in Gettysburg will feature The Cornfield Battle, The Sunken Road Battle, and Burnside’s Bridge Battle, the bloodiest day on American soil, along with an extensive Living History area for an all-around, all-day educational Civil War experience for the whole family! For information; danielladyfarm.com.

Sept. 25, Illinois. Civil War & Military Extravaganza.

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, Free parking. For more information visit www.chicagocivilwarshow.com.

Dec. 4-5, 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 800 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 under 12 are free. For more information; www.MKShows.com or [email protected].