Events Section
Events — June 2021
Originally published June 2021 · p. 45
May 20-23, Georgia. 20th Annual Congress of the General Barton Stovall History/Heritage Association
The 20th Annual Congress of the General Barton Stovall History/Heritage Association will be held in Cartersville, Ga. May 20-23, 2021. Descendants of the 40th, 41st, 42nd, 43rd, and 52nd Georgia will be doing two days of tours at Cassville, Pickett’s Mill, New Hope Church, and Kennesaw, with nightly events as well. Information at www.generalbartonandstovall.com.
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 11, Pennsylvania. Summer Season Begins at George Spangler Farm & Field Hospital
Open to visitors Friday through Sunday during the summer. Admission is included with the purchase of your ticket to attractions at the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center - just minutes away. Admissions is also included with your Friends of Gettysburg membership. Please join us for family days and special ticketed programs on select dates throughout the spring, summer and autumn seasons. Visit GettysburgFoundation.org/Spangler for a schedule of living history, tours, programs and events to be announced. For tickets, memberships or more information; 877-874-2478 or visit GettysburgFoundation.org.
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.
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 and Aug. 28-29, Georgia. Antique Gun and 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, richard@thecarolinatrader. com, www.thecarolinatrader.com.
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 $7.00 - Ages 7-12 $1.00 For more information; 704-282-1339, richard@ thecarolinatrader.com, www.thecarolinatrader.com
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.
Nov. 12-13, Georgia. Antique Gun and International Military Show
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]. Please note the date change for the Lowcountry Antique Militaria & Americana Show. New dates are: January 15-16, 2022.