Events Section

Events — October 2022

Originally published October 2022 · pp. 45–46

Zurko Promotions presents The National Civil War Collectors Fall Show and Sale which will be held at the DuPage County Fairgrounds, 2015 W. Manchester, Wheaton, Ill. Hours: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $10, Early Admission $25. Free parking. For more info: visit www.chicagocivilwarshow. com or call Zurko Promotions at 715-526-9769.

September 24, Virginia. Walking Tour

Shenandoah University’s McCormick Civil War Institute in partnership with the Fort Collier Civil War Center will offer a tour with Prof. Jonathan A. Noyalas, “A Theme for the Poet, a Scene for the Painter”: Fort Collier and the Third Battle of Winchester. The one-hour tour, beginning at 9:30 a.m., will be held at Fort Collier, 922 Martinsburg Pike, Winchester, Virginia. Event is free and open to the public. No pre-registration required. For information; [email protected] or 540-665-4501.

Shenandoah University’s McCormick Civil War Institute annual fall seminar and tour with Prof. Jonathan A. Noyalas, “My Mind is Full with Thoughts of the Past”: The Second Battle of Winchester Through the Eyes of Combatants and Civilians.” $25 registration fee covers morning lecture at Shenandoah University (1460 University Drive, Winchester, VA), lunch at SU, and vehicle caravan of sites, including sites not regularly accessible to the public. Event begins at 10:30 a.m. and concludes at 4 p.m. To register visit su.edu/mcwi. For info; [email protected] or 540-665-4501.

Sept. 30-Oct. 2, Virginia, Annual Conference

Central Virginia Battlefields Trust hosts its 2022 annual conference, “1862– The War Comes to Fredericksburg.” This year’s conference kicks off with a Friday evening President’s Reception at the CVBT office. Saturday features a special screening of “Fire on the Rappahannock” in the morning, and river crossings and Prospect Hill battlefield tours during the day. Saturday evening includes a banquet and annual meeting with a keynote address by historian John Hennessey at historic Belmont in Falmouth. Sunday brunch at Stevenson’s Ridge includes a panel discussion moderated by Chris Mackowski with historians Sarah Kay Bierle, John Hennessey, Greg Mertz, and Scott Walker. Full weekend registration is $195, or Saturday evening banquet only is $95. More information and registration are available at: https://www.cvbt.org/cvbt-annual-conference.

Oct. 1, Pennsylvania. Honor Ceremony

Major Octavius V. Catto Honor ceremony; wreath laying; military salute at the Catto Monument at city hall in Philadelphia at 11 a.m. honoring the great black equal rights and military leader. Wreath-Laying ceremony. All military units, period civilians, veterans and heritage groups are welcome. Colors, wreaths and music encouraged. Following the city hall ceremony, PA National Guard Medal Ceremony at 12:30 p.m. in the Union League for the ‘Major Catto Medal.’ For info: Dr. Andy Waskie [email protected].

Oct. 1-2, Tennessee. Military Collectors Show & Sale

6th Annual Military Collectors Show & Sale hosted by The Elite Civil War Collectors Facebook Group. Hours Sat. 9-4, Sun. 9-2. Admission $5, under 12 free. Come see some of the finest Civil War displays in the country. Collectors from all over the mid-South will be on hand to discuss and share their collections and history. Located at the Stewart County Visitors Center, 117 Visitors Center Lane, Dover, TN 37058. For more information email [email protected].

Oct. 7-9, Kentucky. Reenactments and Living History

Located at the Columbus-Belmont State Park in Columbus, the weekend will include battle reenactments, living history and encampments. Friday is “Education Day” when schools, scouts, groups, and clubs are encouraged to schedule field trips. Narrated battles, featuring skilled reenactors, will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Cemetery ghost walk on Friday evening. Civil War Ball Saturday night featuring the 52nd Regimental String Band. Sunday a.m. services led by Rev. Alan Farley followed by memorial ceremony at the Columbus Cemetery. Sutlers and food vendors will be on site. All infantry welcome, cavalry and artillery by invitation. Straw, wood and meal ticket will be provided to reenactors, and powder ration will be given to those participating in battle. No registration fee or admission charge. For information; 270-677-2327 or email [email protected].

Oct. 7-9, Virginia. Period Firearms Competition

The North-South Skirmish Association 146th National Competition near Winchester. Over 3,000 uniformed competitors in 200 member units compete in live-fire matches with muskets, carbines, revolvers, mortars and cannon plus costume competitions and historical lectures. The largest Civil War live-fire event in the country. Free admission, large sutler area, and food service. For more information visit the N-SSA web site: www.n-ssa.org.

Before making plans to attend any event contact the event host. Sept. 24, Illinois. Civil War & Military Extravaganza

Oct. 15-16, Virginia. Reenactment

The 158th Anniversary Reenactment of the Battle of Cedar Creek recreating the last major battle in the Shenandoah Valley will be held the weekend of Oct. 15th & 16th at 8437 Valley Pike in Middletown, Va. See cavalry, artillery, and infantry soldiers in action and in camp. Battle scenarios, music, symposium, and medical, military, and civilian demonstrations are scheduled each day. Fundraising raffles, period merchants, and food vendors onsite. Don’t miss the Evening Candlelight Tour Program. 1-day, 2-day, and discount options available! Children 6 & under are free! For more information; 540-869-2064, [email protected] or www.ccbf.us.

Oct. 29, Pennsylvania. Tour

The Both Sides Tour visits Gettysburg for a look at Culp’s Hill now that the Park Service has cleared underbrush that had blocked the views of this important part of the 1863 watershed battle. Learn about the circuitous route the Confederates took north that wound up with the bloody attempt to defeat the Union on the heights overlooking the town. Also hear stories about the northernmost attack that was part of Pickett’s Charge. The twice-yearly Both Sides Tour is sponsored by the Franconia Museum in Northern Virginia and is designed to inspect battles between the Union Army of the Potomac and the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia. This will be the group’s 28th tour. Conducted by Don Hakenson, Ben Trittipoe and Carl Sell. Cost for the all-day bus tour is $125 and that includes an all you can eat lunch! Contact Don Hakenson at 703-971-4984 or [email protected] or Carl Sell at 703-971-4716 or sellcalr@ aol.com.

Nov. 5, Virginia. Seminar & Tour

Nov. 10, Pennsylvania. US Marine Corps Birthday Observance thelaurelhillcemetery.org.

Nov. 12, Virginia. Civil War Show

Bullet and Shell is proud to present the 41st Central Virginia Military Antique Show (formally Mike Kent’s Capital of the Confederacy Civil War Show). In conjunction with the Central Virginia Civil War Collectors Association, we plan to continue to do everything to make this one of the best shows in the country. The show will host vendors and displays of American military history from the Revolutionary War through WWII. Bring your relics for appraisal or to sell. Over 300 tables! There will be many historical items to add to your collection. Show hours are 9-5 on Saturday, vendor setup on Friday. Parking is free and admission is only $10/adults with children under 12 free. For more information or registration go to www.MilitaryAntiqueShow.com.

Nov. 16-18, Pennsylvania. The Lincoln Forum Annual Symposium

Gettysburg Wyndham—featuring Jon Meacham. For information: www.thelincolnforum.org.

Nov. 18-19, Pennsylvania. The Eighteenth Annual President’s Remembrance Day Dinner & Ball

The annual ball will be held at the Hotel Gettysburg. Music by Fleeting Moments Orchestra, instruction by dance mistress Susan de Guardiola. Check our website at www.remembrancedayball.com or call John Newbold, 930 Highland Ave., Gettysburg, 717-420-5145 for full details.

Nov. 19, 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 a.m. For information; Jerry McCormick at 215-848-7753 or [email protected].

Nov. 19, Pennsylvania. Gettysburg Remembrance Day Parade

Nov. 19-20, Louisiana. Reenactment

Join us for the annual reenactment in Tangipahoa at Camp Moore. It was the largest Confederate training camp in Louisiana and the only one in the United States still open to the public. Skirmish is at 2 p.m. both days. Spectators are welcome to tour the museum (opens at 10 a.m.) and soldier campsites (opens at 9 a.m.). Various drill demonstrations on Sunday Nov. 20 at 10 a.m. Museum closes 4 p.m. Grounds close 4:30 p.m. Food and beverages may be purchased on site. Tangipahoa is located 75 miles north of New Orleans. Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for students and under 6 are free. For information, visit www.campmoorela.com.

MK Shows presents the 35th 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 750 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. Free Parking. Admission is only $10/adults and children under 12 are free. For information; www.MKShows.com or [email protected].

Dec. 3-4, Tennessee. Civil War Show and Sale

Dec. 31, Pennsylvania. Birthday Celebration

207th annual anniversary of the birth of Gen. George G. Meade, the heroic commander of the Union army at the Battle of Gettysburg. The General Meade Society of Philadelphia will celebrate his birthday at Historic Laurel Hill Cemetery, 3822 Ridge Ave. at noon. A champagne toast and reception will follow the program. For info; 215-228-8200 Laurel Hill Cemetery.