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CIVIL WAR EVENTS FROM THE 'CAMP CHASE GAZETTE"
APRIL 15-17 - Plymouth, North Carolina
Battle of Plymouth Living History WeekendPlymouth. Plymouth's new Roanoke River Lighthouse, an exact replicaof the river light that stood at the mouth of Albermarle Sound willbe on display. Period reenactors from around the country will portraysoldiers and sailors from the 1864 Battle of Plymouth. Period craftsinclude blacksmithing, pottery, basket making, bullet making, candlemaking, shingle making, lace making and beekeeping. For moreinformation, contact Port of Plymouth Museum curator Harry Thompsonat (252) 793-1377.
APRIL 15-17 - Charleston, South Carolina
Battle of Charleston Reenactment Legare Farms, Charleston. BattlesSaturday and Sunday. Living history education program Friday.Reenactor registration fee: $10. Charleston Seafood Dinner (atadditional cost) Saturday night followed by a period ball. Bountiesfor artillery: $50 per cannon. Bounties for first pre-registered out-of-state 20-man company who agree to fight and camp federal for theweekend: $100. Cavalry limited to first 15 to pre-register. No pets.Modern camping on-site. See Hunley submarine replica. For moreinformation, visit www.27thscvi.com or call (843) 559-0788. E-mail:[email protected]
APRIL 15-17 - Tazewell, Virginia
Skirmish at Jeffersonville Historic Crab Orchard Museum & PioneerPark, Tazewell. Reenactment, camping and sutlers. Free admission tothe museum for all reenactment participants. School Day Friday.Proceeds benefit Historic Crab Orchard Museum and its mission topreserve and protect the history of the area and the nation. For moreinformation, call (276) 988-6755 or visit www.craborchardmuseum.com
APRIL 15-17 - Toms Brook., Virginia
Living History Toms Brook. Living history at North MountainVineyards. Encampment is on the winery grounds located adjacent tothe Engagement at Toms Brook (Oct. 9, 1864). Artillery is a 20-poundParrott Gun. Skirmishes and firing demonstrations. Interpretation ofthe Engagement illustrating the events leading up to Toms Brook andother local battles. 2004 Participants were Hampton's Battery F,Pennsylvania Light Artillery from Pittsburgh, Penn. and the 33rd
Virginia, Stephens City, Va. For more information, call (540) 436-9463 or e-mail [email protected]
APRIL 22-24 - New Port Richey, Florida
Ancolote River Raid ReenactmentJ.B. Starkey Park, New Port Richey.Anocolote River Raid. Powder ration for first four artillery pieces.Sutlers welcome. No fees with pre-registration. Full-scale battles 2p.m. Saturday and 1 p.m. Sunday. Saturday night tactical. Ladies tea11 a.m. Saturday. Grand Ball inside air-conditioned building 8 p.m.Saturday. Lighted nature walks and horse riding trails. Cavalrywelcome. Ideal grounds with 14 miles of riding trails. Living historydemonstrations throughout weekend. School and Scout Days 10 a.m.-2p.m. Friday. Camping for scouts, cabins and cam sites can be arrangedwith early 731, Valley Head, AL 35989. $100 bounty for first six full-scale artillery pieces (one bounty per unit). On-site registrationopens 7 a.m. Friday. Sutler fee: $40. Coggins checked atregistration. All Alabama Division Rules apply. For more information,contact Roy Jones at 1-800-843-5098 or [email protected]
APRIL 29-30 - Mobile., Alabama
140th Anniversary Taylor-Cawby Last Surrender East MississippiMageeFarm, Mobile. Original site. Help us make history again. Sutlerswelcome. Large crowd expected. Let's educate. For more information,contact Jim Golden at (251) 675-1863 or [email protected]
APRIL 29-30 - Columbia, Tennessee
1861 Athenaeum Ladies WeekendThe Athenaeum Rectory, Columbia. Limitedenrollment. Side saddle horseback riding, needlework and etiquette onFriday. Art, period music and dance, French, history, penmanship,1861 fashion show and parlor games Saturday. $100 fee includes fourmeals, high tea, supplies for all projects, notebook of materials.Non-refundable $25 deposit must accompany registration. For moreinformation, call (931) 381-4822.
April 29-May1 - Alabama - Battle of Longs Spring
Sequoyah Caverns, Valley Head. Two battles among the hills with nooutside, modern intrusions. School day Friday. Period ball insidethe caverns Saturday night. Church service Sunday mourning. Showersand restrooms. Modern hookups for RVs available for a nominal fee.Pre-register before April 1. Pre-registration fee: $5 each,
registration after April 1 $10 per person. Register online atwww.alabamadivision.org or mail registration forms to Battle ofLong's Spring, 1438 County Rd. 731, Valley Head, AL 35989. $100bounty for first six full-scale artillery pieces (one bounty perunit). On site registration opens 7am Friday. Sutler fee: $40.Coggins checked at registration. All Alabama Division Rules apply.For more information, contact Roy Jones at 1-800-843-5098 [email protected] ..APRIL 29-MAY 1 - Elmira, New York
Ben Newton Memorial Civil War WeekendNewtown Battlefield, Elmira. Theevent opens with its usual Civil War Education Day Friday, April 29.Reenactors are encouraged to attend and demonstrate their knowledgeof the Civil War era. The event will be open to the public 10 a.m.-5p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. Military and civilianencampments and period vendors (sutlers) sought. Battle reenactmentswill take place both days. Saturday will end with thepopular "Candlelight Tour" at dusk. Reenactor scenario registrationrequested. For more information, call the Chemung Valley LivingHistory Center at (607) 733-0950 or call or e-mail Cheryl Fedorchak(after 4 p.m.) (607) 797-6473 or [email protected] or Bob Roe at(607) 796-9617 or [email protected]. Visit our Web site atwww.chemungvalley.org Registration forms will be available after Dec.1.
APRIL 29-MAY 1 - Jefferson, Texas
5th Annual Civil War Living History WeekendJefferson. Skirmish in town prior to main battle Saturday. Mealprovided. Please pre-register. Dance, period music, parade andtraditional sutlers. All amenities. Handicap/senior shuttle. Parkingclose by. Two battles Saturday and Sunday with special effectsexplosives. Living history camp for school children Friday. Pre-registration suggested. Ladies tea and raffle. For more information,contact the Marion County Chamber of Commerce, 118 North Vale Street,Jefferson, Texas. Phone: 1-888-GO-RELAX or (903) 665-2672. Web site:www.jefferson-texas.com
April 29-May 1 -Valley Head, Alabama
Battle of Longs Spring Sequoyah Caverns, Valley Head. Two battlesamong the hills with no outside, modern intrusions. School dayFriday. Period ball inside the caverns Saturday night. Church serviceSunday morning. Showers and restrooms. Modern hookups for RVs
available for a nominal fee. Pre-register before April 1. Pre-registration fee: $5 each, registration after April 1 $10 per person.Register online at www.alabamadivision.org or mail registration formsto Battle of Long's Spring, 1438 County Rd.
MAY 13-15 - Bonneyville, Indiana
2nd Annual Battle of Bonneyville Mill Civil War Days Elkhart. Allauthentic Civil War reenactors and sutlers invited to the 2nd AnnualBattle of Bonneyville Mill Civil War Days. Amenities include modernrestrooms, portable toilets, water, firewood, straw, commemorativedog tag and Saturday evening camp meal. First 100 participatinginfantry pre-registered will receive $3 powder rations. Artillerywill receive a $100 bounty to the first six pre-approved and pre-registered full-scale cannons (57-inch wheels, full-length barrel).Registration fee is $2 for reenactors (Civilian under 12 are free),Sutlers: $50. Demonstrators: $50 if selling. Non-selling are free.Events include living history day on Friday, dress parade, drills,vintage baseball, battles and church service. Authentic and civiliancamping areas available on the grounds. Primitive family camp area.Modern camping facilities close to the park. Event hosted by the 7thIndiana Light Artillery, 50th Virginia, Company D Army of NorthernVirginia Stonewall Brigade and the Elkhart County Parks andRecreation Department. Registration packets available after Dec. 15.For more information, contact the Elkhart County Parks and RecreationDepartment, 211 West Lincoln Avenue, Goshen, Ind. 46526 or call JohnJenney at (574) 825-9324. E-mail:[email protected]
MAY 14-15 -Nashville, Tennessee
7th Annual Nashville Summer Civil War, Antique Arms, MilitaryAntiques & Collectibles Show and SaleAgriculture Building and Banquet Hall, Tennessee State Fairgrounds,Nashville. 350 tables of military collectibles from the RevolutionaryWar through World War II. Featuring edged weapons, uniforms, books,photographs, field equipment, firearms, insignia, prints, helmets,badges and more. Featuring historical artist David Wright on Saturdayonly. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday. Admission is$6. Children under 12 free if accompanied by parent. For moreinformation, contact Robert Overstreet, P.O. Box 322, Summerville,Ga. 30747. Phone: 1-800-638-1994. E-mail: [email protected] or visitwww.southerncivilwarmall.com or www.chickamaugabrigade.com
May 14 - 15, 2005 Cincinnati, OH
Heritage Village Museum invites you to Civil War Days, lcoated withintheir historic 1800s village in Sharon Woods Park. Infantry,artillery, cavalry, medical and civilian impressions are welcomed.Plans call for unit drills and demos, sanitary fair, children's andladies' activities. Battles Satruday and Sunday. Sunday morningchurch service. Amenities include firewood, water, sanitaryfacilities, parking, RV/trailer parking available (no hook-ups). Foodvendors on site. $50 bounty for first 15 manned full-scale cannons.Registration fee is $5 by May 1, 2005, after May 1, $7 fee. Sutlers -$15 fee. Walks-ons welcome. Contact Carolyn Adams, Heritage VillageMuseum, 513-563-9484 or email [email protected].
May 20-23, 2005 - Seaford, Delaware
12th Annual Towne and Country FairThe 2nd Maryland Infantry Company G welcomes you to participate inthis living history event located at the historical Ross Mansion andPlantation (www.seafordhistoricalsocity.com). There will beinfantry, cavalry, and artillery demonstrations all day and askirmish will be held on Saturday afternoon or Sunday Morning.Mounted cavalry space limited and will need current Cogginscertificate. Please call to reserve space. Straw and firewood willbe provided, access to water, and a meal provided Saturday evening.There will be a drawing for all participants for a 3 band EnfieldMusket. Registration is free although donations accepted and willbenefit restoration of Ross Mansion. Deadline to register is April25, 2005. For more information and to register please contact JoshuaJ. Mason via email at: [email protected] or (410) 822-1865. Orsend registration to: Seaford Historical Society; 203 High Street;Seaford, DE 19973.
MAY 20-22 - Clinton, Iowa
10th and Final Clinton Civil War Weekend Eagle Point Park. We havehad a great run for nine years at Eagle Point Park and we want to goout on a high note. If you always waited until "next year" for ourevent, well this is it. The weekend coincides with the City ofClinton's Susquecentennial so there will be plenty to celebrate,including a large craft show close to the park. Friday's studentliving history day attracts more than 800 8th grade students from thearea. Saturday's grand tea for reenactors at the main lodge is alwaysa favorite. Our "immersion" for three hours is popular with thepublic and reenactors alike, while the setting for the Saturday nightdance has a marvelous view of the Mississippi River. Following a full
breakfast Sunday morning, enjoy a church service with a spectacularview. A noon review by President Lincoln followed by Sunday's battleat 1:30 will close our successful run. Please join us for ourfarewell weekend. For registration packets, contact the ClintonConvention and Visitors Bureau, 333 4th Avenue South, Clinton, Iowa52732 or call 1-800-828-5702.
MAY 20-22 - Kentucky
Forrest's First: The Battle of Sacramento Reenactment Sacramento.Held on the original battlefield where "that Devil Forrest" engagedCrittenden's Army of the Ohio in his first battle. Full-scaleartillery (limited to first 20 guns pre-registered), cavalry andunits who do it the hard way on foot are welcome. Friday will beyouth education School Days, with youth and adult pageants in theevening. Saturday's activities include a parade, ladies tea, battlereenactment, cavalry competition and ball. Sunday's activitiesinclude worship service and battle reenactment. Due to the growth ofthis event and the size of the battlefield, participant registrationsmay be limited so pre-registration is important. All reenactors pre-registering and paying their registration fee prior to April 28 willbenefit by receiving a reduced registration fee of $5. Registrationfor others is $10. Pre-registration is important so that sufficientamenities and food will be available as the hosts will provide anappreciation meal for all registered reenactors and their families onthe battlefield Saturday afternoon. Powder rations will only beprovided to those who pre-register. Profits go to battlefieldpreservation. For more information, contact Battle of Sacramento,P.O. Box 245, Sacramento, Ky. 42372. Phone: (270) 736-5114. Web site:www.battleofsac.com E-mail: [email protected]
MAY 21 - Largo, Florida
Civil War Days SkirmishHeritage Village, Largo. Spectators encouragedto participate in various "hands on" activities focused on bothmilitary and civilian life. Sutlers, food and beverage vendors onsite. All weapon firing to be coordinated through the eventorganizers. Sutlers and vendors must contact Heritage Village inadvance at (727) 582-2123. For reenactor information, contact LewZerfas at [email protected] For more information visitwww.county.pinellas.org/heritage
MAY 21-22 - Lewisburg, West Virginia
4th Annual Battle of Lewisburg Living History and Reenactment
Lewisburg. This year's event in honor of William Dysard, a Lewisburgresident and a "real" son of a Confederate veteran. Skirmish Saturdayand Sunday battle. The battle will reenacted on the same streets asthe battle of 1862. Civilian events, camp life, children'sactivities, ladies tea and speakers including Gen. Robert E. Lee andhis staff, President Abraham Lincoln, Mary Todd Lincoln, Gen. UlyssesS. Grant and scholarly speakers on the Civil War in West Virginia.Camps are on the grounds of the New River Community & TechnicalCollge in historic downtown Lewisburg. Reenactor registration is $5before May 10 and $8 after. All monies collected from reenactors isspent on reenactor amenities, including dinner Saturday and Sunday.For more information, contact Rick Henry (military coordinator) [email protected] or Darlene Fife (304) 645-6910, [email protected] or BJ Gudmundssn at (304) 645-4998, [email protected] or Angela Beavers at (304) 438-7278 or visitwww.battleoflewisburg.org
MAY 27-29 - Anderson, Georgia
Andersonville, Georgia BattleAnderson, Ga. battle reenactment. Twobattles. Sutlers with antique and craft shopping opportuntiies at thebusinesses along Main Street. The Andersonville Civil War Museum andthe POW Museum are very close. For more information, visitwww.andersonvillega.freeservers.com or contact John Greene [email protected]
MAY 30 - Spokane, Washington
Battle of Spokane Falls Spokane River State Park, Spokane. Sponsoredby the Washington Civil War Association. Battles each day with livinghistory. For more information, contact Lee Vaughn [email protected] or (509) 747-0331.
JUNE 3-5 - Pittsfield,, Illinois
4th Annual Pike County Commemorative BattleScenic Lake Pittsfield.Amenities include firewood, straw, portable toilets, campsites,showers, hay for horses, evening meal and dance on Saturday night.City has committed to digging trenches, providing lumber and lettinggrass grow for authentic battlefield. More period buildings will beadded to the village. Half pound of powder to first 400 troopsregistered. All branches welcome. Artillery by invitation only. Onlyperiod sutlers at site. Amenities available to those registered byMay 1. Sponsored by the Abe Lincoln Project, a 501c3 non-profitorganization. Reenactors contact Pike County Abe Lincoln Project,
P.O. Box 62, Pittsfield, Ill. 62363. Phone: (217) 285-5543. Sutlercontact: Jean Warren, James County Mercantile at (816) 781-9473. Website: www.pikecountyslincoln.com
JUNE 3-5 - Fairview., Kentucky
Rededication of Jefferson Davis Memorial and Orphan BrigadeHomecoming Fairview. Descendants of the Davis family and as manyprominent generals and officers as possible will share in honoredplaces in the Hearts of the Confederacy. All reenactors and regimentsof the Orphan Brigade are invited to be on the same field in theirprospective regiments in camp. Music, pageants, guest speakers, SCVcamps, sutlers and the world's largest display of Confederatebanners. For more information, contact June [email protected]
JUNE 4-5 - Schwenksville, PA
Living History Encampment and Battle Reenactment Pennypacker MillsHistoric Site, Schwenksville. Events include battles both days, manycivilian activities, music, sutlers, children's activities andhistoric house tours. Event is by invitation upon request. Event isfree to the public, but donations are accepted. 10 a.m-5 p.m.Saturday and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. Interested reenactment groupsshould contact Pennypacker Mills at (610) 287-9349.
JUNE 11-12 -Carrollton, Ohio
Thunder in the Valley III: Algonquin Mill Living History andReenactment Carrollton. Friday is set up and commanders' meeting.Saturday tour Morgan's Raid through Carroll County (extra fee),tactical, battle, and barn dance. Church service Sunday on grounds,tactical and battle. Tour and tactical in the morning with battle inafternoon. Unusual amenities include firewood, ice, dinner Saturdaynight and Sunday breakfast. Powder bounty of $125 for first fivecannons registered. Individual registration $5. Sutlers: $25.Deadline May 27. Late registration and walk-ons: $7 and sutlers: $30.Proceeds to benefit the McCook House Civil War Museum. Sponsored bythe Carroll County Historical Society. For information, contact TomKonst, 108 E. Main Street, Carrollton, Ohio 44615. Phone: (330) 627-4368 or e-mail [email protected]
JJUNE 17-19 - GEORGETOWN, KY
Morgan's Raid at Georgetown: All are cordially invited to attend one
of the finest events in the Mid-South, located on the beautifulgrounds of Cardome Centre. Many improved features for 2005 include aSaturday morning cavalry ride through downtown Georgetown, new battlescenarios for Saturday and Sunday, and Morgan's Grand Ball will be aMasquerade, and feature a Garden for relaxation and refreshment.Masks will be necessary for the Ball, and will be available on thegrounds at the event. Other features of this event include a Ladies'Social on Saturday afternoon; Saturday night Barn Dance; night cannonfiring and candle-light tours; Sutler's Row; civilian reenactors andscenarios; period Church service at a local period church, and aperiod church service on the grounds. Reenactors are requested to pre-register as early as possible; registration fee is $7 per person.Plenty of good camping space available, and plenty of room forhorses. Amenities for paid pre-registrants include water, firewood,hay, free parking, Saturday evening meal, and admission to dances,Ladies' Social, and church services. Straw and ice will be availableon the grounds at a reasonable price. Admission to the public isfree; parking is $3 per car. For more information, visitwww.morgansraid.com; or call Cardome Centre (502) 863-1575; or writeto Morgan's Raid, Cardome Centre, 800 Cincinnati Pike, Suite 3,Georgetown, KY 40324.
JUNE 25-26 -Granville., Ohio
19th Annual Civil War Reenactment Infirmary Mound Park, Granville.The popular total immersion battle returns Sunday with a smallskirmish spectators will enjoy. Scripted battle, drillingopportunies, presentations and more await the troops Saturday.Civilians may attend a ladies social, various period workshops,children's activities, a grand military ball, period church servicesand living history scenarios. Usual amenities plus two superb mealsincluded. Due to the size of the event, artillery will be limited tothe first five Union pieces and the first five Confederate pieces pre-registered and pre-paid. Bounties will be issued to the first fivepre-registered/pre-paid artillery pieces and the first 10 cavalrymounts. Pre-registration is $5 until June 3. On-site registration is$7. Sutler spaces have been filled. For more information, contactMary Beth Sills at the Licking Park District, P.O. Box 590,Granville, Ohio 43023. Phone: (740) 587-2535. E-mail:
[email protected] or visit`www.lickingparkdistrict.com
JULY 8-10 - Davenport, Iowa
Civil War Battle Reenactment Forest City. This first-time event haseverything you've come to expect in a reenactment. Battles each day,ladies activities, 33rd Regimental Band Saturday night, battalioncommand system and the usual amenities, including Saturday meal. Cashbounties paid to all soldiers. For more information, contact BruceKindig, 5060 Garner Court, Davenport, Iowa 52806. Phone: (563) 388-0499. E-mail: [email protected]
JULY 8-10 - Malta/McConnellsville, Oh
18th Annual Encampment Malta/McConnellsville. Hosted by the 2ndKentucky Cavalry Company B and Byrnes Battery Company D. Activitiesinclude Friday night firing, all new battle scenarios Saturday andSunday, parade, reenactors' ball and ladies' tea. Authentic andmodern camping, no hook ups. Portions of the proceeds will be donatedto maintain local Civil War monuments and historical programs. Pre-registration fee $5, walk-ons: $8. Sign waiver upon arrival. Usualamenities plus powder for infantry. Artillery powder limited to firstfive cannons on each side who register by July 1, 2005. No mortars.Sutler registration fee: $25. Full breakfasts Saturday and Sundaymornings and Saturday night dinner, provided for all those whoregister. No personalities or military rank of colonel or higherwithout prior approval. Co-sponsored by the Morgan County ReenactorsAssociation, Inc. and Living History Association, Inc., P.O. Box1389, Wilmington, Vt. 05353. Contacts: Byrnes Battery Co. D - RichardVan Horn, 6777 Wood Road, Chesterhill, Ohio 43728. Phone: (740) 554-7601. Dr. Robert Richmond, 4455 West State Route 37 NW, Malta, Ohio43758. Phone: (740) 962-3431. Morgan County Chamber of Commerce.Phone: (740) 962-3200. Send registration fee to Mary Ellen Van Horn,6777 Wood Road, Chesterhill, Ohio 43728.
JULY 22-23 - Columbus,Ohio
Taking Possession of the Statehouse Event The Ohio Statehouse,Columbus. Come help us recreate a typical day at the Ohio Statehouseduring the American Civil War. Day-long Union living history eventbegins early Saturday morning with units rising from their rest,drilling on the grounds and marching to the Union Depot. Units willarrive throughout the day. Some will receive their pay, others papersand pencils to write home. Local citizens will leave donations in theOffice of the Soldiers Aid Society. Throughout the day, prayermeetings, singing and martial music will be heard in the halls of theState Capitol. Event ends in the evening with a grand ball. For moreinformation, contact Lt. Joel Flint, 1st Ohio Light Artillery,Statehouse Education and Visitors Center, The Ohio Statehouse,
Columbus, Ohio 43215. Phone: (614) 728-2698 or [email protected]
JULY 22-24 - Glenview, Illinois
15th Annua l Civil War Weekend The Grove Historical Site,Glenview. "The Battle of Plank Road" will be hosted by the 2ndKentucky Cavalry, Co. D and the Army of the Cumberland. Againstressing living history scenarios, mail calls, engineering projects,sick calls, provost duties, pickets and a "bath house" throughout theday. No resurrection policy, medical at the old school house afterthe battle. Two meal tickets provided for either lunch Saturday orSunday or the Saturday afternoon meal. Military ball Saturday night.This is an invitation-only event. Requests for acceptance sent afterFeb. 28, 2005. Sutlers, artillery and horse cavalry by invitationonly. Sutlers must be in period attire. Proceeds help restore andoperate the historical site. Reenactors, for more informationcontact: Battle of the Grove at (630) 495-1203 or [email protected] Spectator questions contact The Grove NationalHistorical Site at (847) 299-6096.
JULY 22, 23, 24, 2005 – BEDFORD, VIRGINIA
Hunter's Retreat: The Battle at Liberty. Reenactment of 1864 battlebetween Early and Hunter on the actual ground where it took place.Other activities include period wedding, music, walking tours,seminars and demonstrations. All usual reenactor amenities provided.Many activities take place in period structures. For moreinformation, call Bedford Main Street, Inc. at 1-866-586-2148 orvisit www.centertownbedford.com
JULY 29, 30, 31, 2005 –SUGAR GROVE, PENNSYLVANIA
5th Annual Civil War Days at Thunder Valley Stables. Battles,civilian activities, living history programs both days. Saturday panthrowing contest, Union vs. Confederate Rounders game, wagon tours,evening ball. Sunday judged tactical, special period wedding. $60artillery bounty to first six guns. No mortars. Portions of proceedsto historic preservation. Limited to 500. Pre-registration on orbefore July 1, 2005 deadline is $7. Late registration and walk-ons:$10. Sutlers pre-registered by July 1: $25. Lake registration andwalk-ons: $35. Sponsored by Civil War Days Consortium. Forinformation or directions, contact Donna Blair, RD #1, Box 84, SugarGrove, Penn. 16350. Phone: (814) 489-5657. E-mail: [email protected] or visit www.geocities.com/civilwardays
JULY 30, 31, 2005 – MASSENA, NEW YORK
4th Annual Civil War Weekend at Robert Moses State park. Join us inNorthern New York for the only Civil War event held along thebeautiful St. Lawrence River. Sponsored by the St. Lawrence CountyHistorical Association and hosted by the 2nd Michigan, Company Ereenactment unit. Battles, civilian activities, living historyprograms both days, basket auction and quilt show Saturday. Amenitiesfor reenactors include food, wood, hay and artillery bounties.Registration deadline is July 10. Pre-registration fee is $5. Walk-onregistration is $7. Sutler registration is $18. Sutler walk-onregistration is $20. For more information, contact the St. LawrenceCounty Historical Association, P.O. Box 8, Canton, NY 13617. Phone:(315) 386-8133. E-mail: [email protected] or Betty of the 2ndMichigan at [email protected]
JULY 30, 31, 2005 – FINDLAY, OHIO
The 57th Ohio Volunteer Infantry, Company G and the Hancock HeritageCommittee invite you to be a part of the 2005 Hancock Heritage Days.The year's event will honor the men who were held captive or spenttime in prison camps during the Civil War. The spacious site of theevent is located just three miles east of the original "Camp Vance"training site. There will be battles both days. A grand ball will beheld Saturday evening. Pioneer artisans, period baseball, specialguests, lantern tours, period church service and kids' korner arejust some of the activities planned. Firewood and straw provided.Modern restrooms on site. Early Sunday morning tactical forreenactors only with breakfast to be served afterwards. Noregistration fee, however, donations will be accepted to support the57th's effort to raise funds for the preservation of two original21st Ohio battle flags. Reenactors encouraged to pre-register by July1 by calling the Hancock Historical Museum at (419) 423-4433 or e-mail [email protected] or visit www.campvance.com for updatesas the event gets closer.
JULY 30, 31, 2005 – CANFIELD, OHIO
3rd Annual Civil War Reenactment at Argus Park. Battles Saturday andSunday with a Saturday morning tactical in the forest, complete withtrails, streams and bridges. The grass battlefield will feature theuse of the amphitheater and period props and fences. Presentation ofCol. Nash's sword held prior to the battle on both days. Amenitiesinclude firewood, straw, ice, water, breakfast, dinner, a ball on
Saturday and breakfast on Sunday. Mortars will fire in competitionprior to the battle. Ground charges will be used with the cannonduring the battles. Spaces available for 15 sutlers and period craftpeople on sutler row. Call for fees and arrangements. Pre-registration fee: $4 until May 30. Late registration fee: $6 untilJune 30. Walk-ons: $8. Under 10 years of age: free. Since after twoyears we're becoming close to reaching designated maximum capacity,please return your reservations early to ensure your participationand meals so we can best accommodate you. For more information,contact Rick Lieb, 3929 Ayrshire Drive, Austintown, Ohio 44511.Phone: (330) 792-1350. E-mail: [email protected]
AUGUST 6, 2005 – DAUPHIN ISLAND, ALABAMA
Battle of Mobile Bay Commemorative Day at Fort Gaines Historic Site.Cannon salutes at 9:45 a.m., 12:45 and 3:45 p.m. followed by oralaccount of the battle. All-day blacksmith demonstrations by residentblacksmith Ralph Oalman. For more information, call (251) 861-6992 orvisit www.dauphinisland.org
AUGUST 13, 14, 2005 – FORT SNELLING, MINNESOTA
Historic Fort Snelling's Civil War Weekend depicting 1965: Musteringout. Returning veterans, welcoming citizens and Veteran Reserve Corpsand Veteran Volunteer soldiers needed to garrison the huge stonefortress on the Mississippi River. Living history activities,workshops, exhibits, meals provided. Pre-registration required. Formore information visit www.fortsnellingcivilwar.org or call (612) 726-1171
August 13-14, 2005
The sixth annual Civil War Living History Weekend in Old Washington,a historic district of Maysville and birthplace of General AlbertSidney Johnston. Reception for Officers, Staff, NCOs, committeemembers and invited guests, (must be in costume), on Friday evening,August 12th at 8:00 p.m. Activities will include battle maneuversright in the center of town – Saturday's battle – troops begin intown and commence at Federal Hill, skirmishes, medicaldemonstrations, civil war collections, company drills, Artillerydemonstrations, Recruiting Stations, Reenactor Breakfast onWashington Hall lawn, Officers Call and Camps open to the public,Mail Call, Pay Call, Review of troops, Civil War Speakers and RoundTable Discussion, a Ladies Tea, Ladies Hat Contest and an old-fashioned street dance Saturday night in Town Square, (must be in
costume).Log Visitors Center Sunday at 4:00 p.m. Sutlers and Calvaryby invitation only.Camps are set up throughout the village withfirewood, hay and portalets provided. Sutlers and Washingtonmerchants will be open throughout the weekend. This event is hostedby the Second Regiment Kentucky Infantry C.S.A. and sponsored by OldWashington, Inc.Registration is $6 at the Meeting House beginning at3 :00 p.m. on Friday, August 12th. Contact Marsha Jones at P. O. Box132, Washington, KY 41096 (606-759-0505) or [email protected]
AUGUST 19, 20, 21, 2005 – MASON CITY, IOWA
12th annual Civil War Reenactment. US President Lincoln, generalsGrant, Lee, Sherman and Custer, among others, will converge torecreate the last days of the Confederacy (March 25-April 9, 1865).Rations. Saturday noon meal, powder/bounty, hay and straw provided.Inspection of troops by Lee and Grant, court martial, ladies tea, pieauction, mail call and pay call are part of exciting schedule. Formore information, visit webpages.milwpc.com/tkveto/ or call Don Evansfor registration at (641) 424-3519 or [email protected]
AUGUST 19, 20, 21, 2005 – HAMLIN, NEW YORK
7th annual August Civil War Reenactment on Lake Ontario. Full use ofpark facilities, including hot showes and flush toilets. Wood, straw,hay and water provided. Large battlefield for infantry, artillery andmounted cavalry. Other activities include battles both days, a "Teawith Lincoln," court marshal, first person impersonations, ladies dayat the beach, children period games, period dance Saturday night andchurch service Sunday morning. Authentic and modern camps. Bountypaid for artillery that takes the field. Sponsored by the 4th SouthCarolina, 5th Virginia, Co. A, 43rd Virginia Cavalry, 49th New York,Co. H, 94th New York and the Bedford Light Artillery. Pre-registration fee $5 for reenactors by Aug. 4 or $8 walk-onregistration. For more information, contact Bryon Fisher at 4254Sowerby Road, Silver Springs, NY 14550 or call (585) 237-2711. [email protected]. E-mail Tim Buckman at [email protected] or visithamlin9.tripod.com/index.htm
AUGUST 27, 28, 2005 – RICHMOND, KENTUCKY
Battle of Richmond Reenactment. More details to follow. For moreinformation, contact Rob Rumpke at (859) 623-1720 or [email protected]
SEPTEMBER 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 2005 – OAKLAND, ILLINOIS
Independence Pioneer Village. School day for approximately 1,000school children on Friday. Powder allotment for the first four CSAcannons and four USA cannons. Certified gun crews requested. Norestrictions on cannons as long as they pass safety inspection.Powder for two CSA mortars and two USA mortars. Skirmish Saturday andbattle Sunday. Night firing Saturday night after the ball. Usualamenities for all pre-registered participants. Sutlers welcome.Competitions: Ladies Day Dress, Ball gown, Officer, Enlisted men'sfiend and dress uniform, Camp, Artillery and Infantry. Candlelighttour will be part of Camp Comp. Ladies tea and fashion show. Tea cupand saucer judging for best presentation. Ball at Pavilion withwooden floor on site. Registration date cut-of is July 31. Sendregistrations to: Independence Pioneer Village, c/o Eric Gray, P.O.Box 251, Oakland, Ill. 61943. Phone: (217) 346-3317. E-mail:[email protected]
SEPTEMBER 2, 3, 4, 2005 – LAKE VILLA, ILLINOIS
Third year event sponsored by the Village of Lake Villa and held onthe estate built in 1909. The period home still resembles a southernmansion. Proceeds will help restore the Lehmann Mansion. Fashionshow, ladies tea in fountain garden, Saturday night candlelighttours. Military ball inside the mansion free for pre-registeredreenactors in period attire. Living history stressed throughout theweekend. Artillery limited to first three guns each side. Sutlers byinvitation only. Battle both days on new field just opened. Expandedcamping area around the mansion. Presenters needed for the Saturdaycandlelight tour. Camping begins Friday night. Invitations sent afterMarch 30. Hosted by 2nd Kentucky Cavalry D, Army of the Cumberlandand Camp Douglas. Interested reenactors e-mail [email protected] or call(630) 833-3235. All spectator questions contact Village of Lake Villaat (847) 356-6100.
SEPTEMBER 9, 10, 11, 2005 – MUNFORDVILLE, KY
Hart County Civil War Days. Home of generals Simon B. Buckner andGeorge Wood. Featuring Bragg's invasion of Munfordville. John HuntMorgan look-alike contest with $100, $50 and $25 prizes. Swearing-inceremony will follow. Pre-registration is $5 by Aug. 16. Usualamenities. Saturday night reenactor dinner. Bounty awards for pre-registered: $50 each first four cannons, $100 largest Confederate andUnion infantry (minimum 10 rifles), $100 largest Confederate andUnion cavalry (minimum five horses). Saturday and Sunday battles.
Blue and Gray ball featuring the 52nd Regimental String Band. Games,parade and more. Period sutlers registration fee waived. Allreenactor fees to go the preservation of the MunfordvilleBattlefield. For more information, or to register on-line, visitwww.visitmunfordville.com or call 1-888-MUNFORD.
SEPTEMBER 16, 17, 18, 2005 – OLEAN, NEW YORK
Guns over Gargoyle Civil War Reenactment. Education Day for localschools Friday. Large battlefield and lots of space for infantry,artillery, civilians and mounted cavalry. Wood, straw, hay provided.Hot showers and flush toilets. Battles both days. Other activitiesinclude Ladies Tea, first person impersonations, reenactors communitydinner and dance with City Fiddle Saturday night. Church serviceSunday morning. Authentic and modern camps. Bounty paid for artillerythat takes the field. Registration fee is $3 for reenactors. For moreinformation, contact Jonathon Bucknam at (770) 312-6880 or [email protected] or Tim Bucknam at (585) 237-3908.
SEPTEMBER 17, 18, 2005 – WAYNESVILLE, OHIO
4th Annual Civil War Days event hosted by Caesar's Creek PioneerVillage at Caesar's Creek State park in beautiful southwestern Ohio.Caesar's Creek Pioneer Village is a collection of 18th centurystructures from southwest Ohio. Tactical demonstrations both days.Units attending encouraged to stage living history demonstrationsthroughout the weekend. This event is growing. Come join us for agreat weekend. Saturday evening meal provided. For more information,contact Kathy Sewell at Caesar's Creek Pioneer Village, 3999 PioneerVillage Road, Waynesville, Ohio 45068. Phone: (937) 655-8280 or e-mail [email protected]
OCTOBER 7, 8, 9, 2005 – CAMBRIDGE, OHIO
The Salt Fork March and Tactical. This will be a march and tactical,a total immersion event. Make plans to attend this event. 14,000-acrestate park, 300-acre lake. Forested hills, meadows and numerousstreams. Marches on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. A fightingmarch/tactical all weekend. Contact: SFM, 17261 Sligo Rd., Kimbolton,OH 43749, (740) 498-8379. Web site:hometown.aol.com/fourthus/indexSFM.html
JUNE 3, 4, 2005 – FORT ERIE, ONTARIO, CANADA
"Battle of Ridgeway," 140th anniversary of Fenian Raids. Join the 9th
New York Volunteer Cavalry, Co. A at Old Fort Erie for the Battle ofRidgeway, Fenian Raid, June 2, 1866. Opening ceremonies on Saturdayat 1:00 p.m. Skirmish at 1:30 p.m. both days. Rain or shine.Lectures, living history camps, military demonstrations. Bring yourown lawn chair, no pets. Contact: Niagara Parks Commission, (877) 642-7275 or (905) 871-0540.
JULY 8, 9, 10, 2005 – MALTA/MCCONNELLSVILLE, OHIO
18th Annual Encampment hosted by the 2nd Kentucky Cavalry Company Band Byrnes Battery Company D. Activities include Friday night firing,all new battle scenarios Saturday and Sunday, parade, reenactor'sball and ladies tea. Authentic and modern camping, no hook ups.Portions of the proceeds will be donated to maintain local Civil Warmonuments and historical programs. Pre-registration fee $5, walk-ons:$8. Sign waiver upon arrival. Usual amenities plus powder forinfantry. Artillery powder limited to first five cannons on each sidewho register by July 1, 2005. No mortars. Sutler registration fee:$25. Full breakfasts Saturday and Sunday mornings and Saturday nightdinner, provided for all those who register. No personalities ormilitary rank of colonel or higher without prior approval. Co-sponsored by the Morgan County Reenactors Association, Inc. andLiving History Association, Inc., P.O. Box 1389, Wilmington, Vt.05353. Contacts: Byrnes Battery Co. D – Richard Van Horn, 6777 WoodRoad, Chesterhill, Ohio 43728. Phone: (740) 554-7601. Dr. RobertRichmond, 4455 West State Route 37 NW, Malta, Ohio 43758. Phone:(740) 962-3431. Morgan County Chamber of Commerce. Phone: (740) 962-3200. Send registration fee to Mary Ellen Van Horn, 6777 Wood Road,Chesterhill, Ohio 43728.
AUGUST 13, 14, 2005 WASHINGTON, KENTUCKY
Sixth Annual Civil War Living History Weekend in Old Washington.Artillery cannons and wagons. Battles each day through 1700s villageflagstone street and on to Federal Hill, Sutlers tents, reenactorsrendezvous in village streets. Famous persons portrayed. Ladies teaand contests. On-going scenarios in and around town such as duels,mail call, pay call, medical demonstrations and village folk dramas.Guest speakers will appear in various places on the village streets.Visit with Harriet Beecher Stowe as she strolls the streets andspeaks at the Harriet Beecher Stowe Slavery to Freedom Museum. CivilWar displays, "Period Dance" in Town Square and Church Service onAlbert Sidney Johnston's Home Museum lawn, reception, civil warhistorians, roundtable discussions with Gen. Robert E. Lee, PresidentJefferson Davis and President Abraham Lincoln in village meeting
house. Original 1700s log cabin visitor's center where costumedguides conduct tours of Washington's nine museums. For more info ,e-mail [email protected] or call (606) 759-7669 after 7 p.m., (606)759-0505 or visitor's center at (606) 759-7411. Web sites:www.washingtonky.com and www.washingtonkentucky.com
SEPTEMBER 9, 10, 11, 2005 LOCKPORT, ILLINOIS
17th Annual Civil War Days, Northern Illinois Premier Event. Saturdayand Sunday battles on the natural prairie field with plenty of spacefor maneuvers. All branches welcome. Cash bounty for artillery.Artillery limited to six guns, must have approval. Horse cavalryneeded. Coggins test required. Medical scenarios during and afterbattles. Activities for the ladies to include ladies tea, fashionshow and craft fair. Living history presentations needed for Friday'sschool programs. Sutlers will receive registration packets, must bein period and have prior approval. The 17th Annual Civil War Days issponsored by Lockport Township Park District and the 1st IllinoisBattalion. Overall Union Commander, Col. Rick Keating. OverallConfederate Commander, Col. Warner Todd Houston. For moreinformation, contact Lockport Township park District, Attn: Civil WarDays Coordinator, 1911 S. Lawrence Ave., Lockport, Ill. 60441. Phone:(815) 838-1183.
SEPTEMBER 10, 11, 2005 REISTERSTOWN, MARYLAND
Living history encampment and skirmish sponsored by the Reister'sTowne Festival Committee and the First Maryland Infantry, Co. I.Usual Amenities provided. Registration fee: $5. Space is limited. Formore information, contact [email protected] or K.E. Drapkin, 323Bentley Park lane, Reisterstown, Md. 21136.
SEPTEMBER 15, 16, 17, 2005 - CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA
The 14th Annual Battle of Usher's Ferry hosted by Scott's Battery hasthe usual amenities, including a hot breakfast Saturday morning.School program Friday, ladies activities, Saturday evening dance,powder issue to infantry units larger than five men registered bySept 1. Battles Saturday and Sunday. Artillery limited and byinvitation only. To register, contact Bruce Kindig, 5060 GarnerCourt, Davenport, Iowa 52806. Phone: (563) 388-0499. E-mail:[email protected] Sutlers and anyone wanting to use abuilding should contact Vicki Hughes at (319) 398-5104. E-mail:[email protected]
SEPTEMBER 16, 17,18 -ZOAR, OHIO
Third bi-annual Battle on the Ohio-Erie Canal in historic Zoar. Largepristine battlefield, three-mile river frontage, woods, swamps,fields and natural breastworks. Morning tactical with river crossing,iron bridge, infantry and cavalry marches along Ohio-Erie towpath,elevated gun emplacements. Saturday and Sunday battles. Saturdayevening dance. Pre-registration is $7, $10 after July 1. Walk-ons:$15. Proceeds benefit the historic restoration of Zoar. Hosted by the6th Ohio Volunteer Cavalry and 51st Ohio Volunteer Infantry. Forinformation, conact Zoar Civil War Encampment, P.O. Box 481, Zoar,Ohio 44697. Phone: (330) 874-2646 or visit www.zoarcivilwar.com
SEPTEMBER 23, 24, 25, 2005 RIDLEY CREEK, PENNSYLVANIA
Civil War event at Colonial Plantation in Ridley Creek State Park.Friday and Saturday check-in. Two battles Saturday, one Sunday.Battles are in and through the barn yards. Civilian activities.Saturday night social and church services Sunday. U.S. and sutlerscall Eric Hawkins at (610) 793-2217. CS call Bill Carroll at (215)637-1057.
SEPTEMBER 24, 25, 2005- FARMINGTON, TENNESSEE
142nd Anniversary, 4th Annual Battle of Farmington. Battles 2 p.m.Saturday and Sunday. Held on more than 100 acres of originalbattlefield. Living history demonstrations and musicians. Saturdayevening meal provided for pre-registered reenactors. Dance followswith music provided by the 52nd Regimental String Band. Hay, water,firewood and portable toilets provided. Pre-registration is $5 perperson for all artillery, cavalry, civilian and infantry before July1. After: $10. $100 bounty to first six cannons to register. Allproceeds after event expenses will go to the Historic FarmingtonBattlefield Confederate Cemetery. For more information contact DavidStinson at (931) 364-7155 after 6 p.m. Sutler registration $10 beforeJune 1, $15 after. Sutler contact is Martha Watt. Phone: (931) 364-2059 after 6 p.m.
SEPTEMBER 24, 25, 2005 – HARPERS FERRY, WEST VIRGINIA
Battle of Loudon Heights. Extensive battles and camping on 300 acresof actual ground. Infantry, artillery and mounted or dismountedcavalry welcome. Non-spectator reenactment. Registration: $6. Aug. 31deadline. Hosted by the Department of Northern Virginia and Birney'sDivision. All proceeds will be donated to restore this historic site.
For more information, contact Mark Essig, 1090 Railroad Street,Julian, Pa. 16844. Phone: (814) 355-3047 or e-mail [email protected] ore-mail Ed Kelley at [email protected] or visitmembers.aol.com/deeseng
SEPTEMBER 30, OCTOBER 1, 2, 2005–MIDDLETOWN, MARYLAND
Reenactment of the Ransom of Middletown, Md. with street battleSaturday and a tactical Sunday. Living history camp and artillerydemonstrations both days. Evening meal Saturday for all pre-registered. Pre-registration required. Fee is $4 per person until May30, $5 until July 30. After this date, registration is $8 per person.Under age 11 is free. Powder ration to military only. Walk-on fee is$8 and no powder ration. Sutlers welcome with set up fee of $15. Formore information, contact the 11th Virginia Cavalry, Co. A, P.O. Box70, Conowingo, Md. 21918 or e-mail [email protected] or call (410)658-7530 after 7 p.m.
SEPTEMBER 30, OCTOBER 1, 2, 2005 – STANARDSVILLE, VIRGINIA
141st Anniversary of the Battle of Stanardsville. Civil War weekendencampment. Battle scenarios Saturday and Sunday. Childern's games.Ladies tea, old-fashioned buggy rides, Civil War ball. Civil Warmusic. Visit Union and Confederate camps. Admission: $5 per day or $8for the weekend in advance; $7 per day or $12 for the weekend at thegate. For more information, call (434) 985-6663 or visitwww.greeneva.com
OCTOBER 2, 3, 2005 - PERRYOPOLIS, PA
Perryopolis Pioneer Days. Reenactment includes entrenchments andpyrotechnics. Many living history opportunities. Infantry, artilleryand mounted or dismounted cavalry welcome. Free Saturday evening mealprovided to reenactors as well as a dance. Registration: $7. Sept. 1deadline. Hosted by the Tri-State Reenactors Association and Birney'sDivision. All proceeds will be donated to the Perryopolis HeritageSociety. For more information, contact Jim Finnegan, 747 StrokmanRoad, Saltsburg, Pa. 15681-3245. Phone: (724) 726-5796 or [email protected], e-mail Ed Kelley at [email protected] orvisit members.aol.com/deeseng
OCTOBER 7, 8, 9, 2005 – SUNSET, LOUISIANA
Battle of Carrion Crow Bayou. On the grounds of Chretien PointPlantation, site of the actual battle of Oct. 15, 1863 where forces
clashed during Gen. Banks' push for Texas. Located at 665 ChretienPoint Road, Sunset, La. Approximately 11 miles north of Lafayette.Can be reached from both Interstates 10 and 49. No registration fee.All authentic US/CS impressions. Civilians welcome. $100 powderbounty for first seven artillery pieces. Battles Saturday and Sunday.Amenities include usuals and a Saturday night meal and period ballnext to plantation house. Free house tours for reenactors andfamilies in period dress. Participants especially needed for SchoolDay Friday, Oct. 7. Hosted by Gen. Mouton Camp #778, Sons ofConfederate Veterans, Opelousas and Chretien Point Plantation. Formore information, contact Charles Lauret at (337) 826-1622 or (337)351-0285, e-mail at [email protected] or visitwww.geocities.com/mouton778scv/Moutons_Page.html
NOVEMBER 4, 5, 6, 2005
preservation of our Civil War history. More than $8,000 donated lastyear. Admission is $5 for adults. Children are free. Presented by theCentral Virginia Civil War Collectors Association and the Museum ofthe Confederacy. For information, contact the CVCWCA at (804) 737-5827 or (804) 928-1006 or e-mail [email protected]
