Events Section

Events — November 2023

Originally published November 2023 · p. 39

Nov. 4, Virginia. Civil War Books, Relics and Memorabilia Show

The show will be held on Saturday November 4 from 10-4 at the Elks Lodge on Rt. 50 In Fairfax, Va. Admission is $5 per person. Vendors are welcome. Information and vendor registration may be obtained at [email protected] or 703-389-1505.

Nov. 4, Virginia. Seminar & Tour

Shenandoah University’s McCormick Civil War Institute annual fall seminar and tour with Prof. Jonathan A. Noyalas, “Breaking the Shenandoah Valley’s Gibraltar: Battle and Reunion at Fisher’s Hill.” $25 registration fee covers morning lecture at Shenandoah University (1460 University Drive, Winchester, VA), lunch at SU, and vehicle caravan of sites. Event begins at 10:30 a.m. and concludes at 4:30 p.m. To register visit www.su.edu/mcwi. Questions: [email protected] or 540-665-4501.

Nov. 10, Pennsylvania. US Marine Corps Birthday Observance

Join us at the Laurel Hill Cemetery, 3822 Ridge Ave, in Philadelphia at 11 a.m. at the grave of General Jacob Zeilin, 7th Commandant of the Marine Corps during the Civil War. A special ‘Veterans’ Day tour of heroes ‘killed in action’ and buried at Laurel Hill Cemetery will follow. Sponsored by: The Legion Post 405; MOLLUS; General Meade Society. For info; 215-2288200, [email protected], 215-423-3930 or thelaurelhillcemetery.org.

Nov. 18, 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. 18, Pennsylvania. Remembrance Day Parade in Gettysburg

67th Annual Remembrance Day Parade sponsored by the Sons of Veterans Reserve, the Military Department of the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War. Parade briefing on Nov. 18 at the Unity Park Monument located on Lefever Street at 12 noon. Units form up at Noon on Lefever Street between Baltimore Street and East Confederate Avenue Parade will step off at 1 p.m. For information, contact: Major David Hann, Provost Marshal SVR, 440 Clark Drive, Hammonton, NJ 08037. Email: [email protected], Cell 609-816-2012. Website: suvcw.org/ remembrance-day.

Nov. 18, Pennsylvania. Civil War Ball

Ball will be held at the Eisenhower Hotel & Conference Center. Music by the Philadelphia Brigade Band. Dances led by the Victorian Dance Ensemble. Period dress is encouraged, but not required. Door prizes, plus prizes for Ladies Cake Walk. Cash Bar. Time: 8 p.m.-Midnight. $20 per person in advance, $25 per person at the door. Make check payable to “SVR Remembrance Day Ball.” Include stamped, self-addressed envelope for tickets. Mail to: Col. Steve Michaels SVR, 6623 S North Cape Rd, Franklin, WI 53132-1227. Cell 414-712-4655. Email: Lt.col. [email protected]. Ticket orders received after Nov. 12 will be distributed at the Ball. Ball proceeds are donated to the Gettysburg National Military Park for monument preservation.

Nov. 18, Virginia. Civil War Show

In conjunction with the Central Virginia Civil War Collectors Association, Bullet and Shell is proud to present the 42nd Annual Central Virginia Military Antique Show (formally Mike Kent’s Capital of the Confederacy Civil War Show). This year, the show is moving to a new location at Meadow Event Park, 13191 Dawn Blvd, in Doswell, Va. 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; www.MilitaryAntiqueShow.com.

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

MK Shows presents the 36th 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. 31, Pennsylvania. Annual General Meade Birthday Celebration

This year will mark the 208th annual anniversary of the birth of General George G. Meade. 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 information; 215-228-8200 Laurel Hill Cemetery.

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