This is a repeating eventJuly 29, 2023 9:00 am
Civil War Encampment & Reenactment
29jul9:00 am5:00 pmCivil War Encampment & Reenactment
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The Westmoreland Historical Society will host a Civil War encampment and battle reenactments at Historic Hanna’s Town on July 29 – July 30. Though battles did not take place at
Event Details
The Westmoreland Historical Society will host a Civil War encampment and battle reenactments at Historic Hanna’s Town on July 29 – July 30. Though battles did not take place at Hanna’s Town during the Civil War, western Pennsylvania provided soldiers, leadership, equipment, supplies, transportation systems, and civilian support necessary for Union victory.
Displays and presentations around the historic site will cover topics including Civil War medicine and surgery; a first-person presentation of President Lincoln; a reenactment of battle tactics; and demonstrations of various artillery. The public is encouraged to ask questions and talk to over 200 reenactors who will be camped around the site. Following a break for dinner, the public is invited to hear a concert of Civil War period music by the 46th Pennsylvania Regiment Band at 6:00 PM.
Event includes admission to the exhibit Westmoreland 250: Telling our Story in 25 Objects at the Westmoreland History Education Center.
Adults: $12
Children: $6
Family Pass: $30
Children 5 and Under: FreeSchedule:
Saturday:
9:00 – Gate/Event Opens
10:00 – Opening Ceremony with County Commissioners. Canon demonstration to follow
11:00 – Louisiana Tigers (Camped in front of Fort)
President Lincoln, first person presentation
11:45 – Militia in the Civil War
Camp Chase Fife & Drum
12:45 – McClellan and Grant, Contrast in Command (30 min)
by Civil War Impressionist Association
2:00 – Battle Reenactment. Wounded soldiers to be taken to medical display, medical talk
provided by the Blue & Gray Hospital Association/Invalid Corps immediately following
4:00 – Live Mortar Fire
5:00 – Gatling Gun Demonstration
6:00 – 7:30 – 46th Pennsylvania Regiment Band (Logan Guards), Lefevre House porch
Sunday:
9:00 – Gates Open
10:00 – Cannon Demonstration
10:30 – Louisiana Tigers | President Lincoln, first person presentation
11:00 – Militia in the Civil War
Gatling Gun Demonstration
11:30 – Live Mortar Fire
12:00 – McClellan and Grant, Contrast in Command (45 mins)
By the Civil War Impressionist Association
1:00 – Battle Reenactment. Wounded soldiers to be taken to medical display, medical talk
provided by the Blue & Gray Hospital Association/Invalid Corps immediately following
3:00 – Site closes
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Learn to sew with Jessica Young of Penny River Costumes! You will learn about a dozen historical hand sewing stitches and make sample swatches that get assembled into a reference
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Learn to sew with Jessica Young of Penny River Costumes!
You will learn about a dozen historical hand sewing stitches and make sample swatches that get assembled into a reference book! Jessica will help guide you through each stitch and provide you with all the materials you’ll need.
This workshop includes:
- Fabric and sewing materials
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- Creation of a unique accessory made by you!
$55 for Members | $65 for Non-Members
Spots are limited. Register here: https://westmorelandhistory.org/event-directory/historical-hand-sewing-workshop-with-penny-river-costumes-registration/
Jessica Young is the owner/operator of Penny River LLC, a company that specializes in making and teaching about 18th century clothing and accessories. A graduate of the University of Richmond with degrees in theatre/costuming and history, Jessica has worked for Colonial Williamsburg as a costumer, and Carnegie Mellon University’s drama department. Through Penny River, she has made garments for a number of museums, theaters, films, and television series, including Outlander and Bridgerton.
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More details and registration link to come!
Registration Required. $10 for non-members | $8 for members
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