Events Section
Civil War Events — May 2021
Originally published May 2021 · p. 45
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
Plan to attend the largest Civil War reenactment in Georgia! The Battle of Resaca Reenactment will be held on over 650 acres of the original battlefield in Resaca, Georgia. This reenactor-friendly event will have main camps located within the original US and CS lines. Campaigners are welcome to camp in or near the breastworks. Amenities include straw, hay and firewood. Modern food and ice vendors will be on site. Expect aggressive battles both days – rain or shine. The activities planned for the weekend include main battles both days at 2:00 p.m., US and CS morning colors, period dance, medical demonstrations, cavalry competition, ladies tea, a civilian refugee camp, reenactor yard sale, sutlers, period music, period church services and a memorial service at the Confederate cemetery. Handicapped parking is available but the original battlefield terrain may be difficult for some. Major Civil War parks are located within minutes of the reenactment site. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the preservation efforts of the Friends of Resaca Battlefield, Inc. The reenactor registration fee is $10.00 if received by May 7, 2021. For more information, please visit www.georgiadivision.org.
May 15-16, Pennsylvania. Living History Weekend at the Monterey Pass Battlefield
Monterey Pass was fought as part of Lee’s Retreat from Gettysburg on July 4th & 5th. Approximately 250 Confederate wagons were captured in the retreat. Infantry and Artillery demonstrations daily by the 2nd Maryland Artillery and 2nd Maryland Infantry Co. D. Guided walking tour of the battlefield daily. Walk along the actual retreat road. For more information: montereypassbattlefield.org.
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 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.
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.