Join us for Civil War Weekend 2018 and get lost in the 1860s with the sights, smells, and sounds of one of history’s most famous conflicts. See the soldiers in their camp and learn about what their lives were like dealing with the problems and issues of camp life. Visit the civilians who followed them and learn about how the war affected life back home.
Visitors will also have a chance to watch a battle unfold on our activity field! Plus, games and activities and the entire park for visitors to explore!
Freedom by the Pen and the Sword, a talk by Kurt Troutman, will take place at 11:00 each day. This talk is an introduction to the Emancipation Proclamation featuring President Lincoln’s historic declaration and the role of the First Michigan Colored Volunteer Infantry Regiment. It outlines a slave’s dual path to freedom: emancipation and military service. Kurt is an instructor of political science and history, and he has earned degrees from Saginaw Valley State University, the University of Colorado and the American Military University. A former US Peace Corps volunteer, his areas of teaching interest include the American Civil War and World War II.
Presale tickets can be bought here: http://buytickets.at/lakeshoremuseumcenter/166732
Rain or shine event all sales final.
General Schedule of Events:
Saturday – 10:00 Park opens
Military and Civilian Camps open for tours
10:15 Drill Demonstrations in Activity Field
11:00 Talk: Freedom by the Pen and Sword
1:00 Fashion Show – Farmhouse
1:30 Children’s Activities near Picnic Pavilion
2:30 Battle in Activity Field
4:30 Park closes
Sunday – 10:00 Park opens
Military and Civilian Camps open for tours
10:30 Church Service– Picnic Pavilion
11:00 Talk: Freedom by the Pen and Sword
11:15 Drill Demonstrations in Activity Field
1:30 Children’s Activities near Picnic Pavilion
2:30 Battle in Activity Field
4:30 Park closes
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