Civil War WEEKEND EVENTS
19jul(jul 19)9:00 am20(jul 20)3:00 pmCivil War WEEKEND EVENTS
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The Westmoreland Historical Society will host a Civil War encampment, battle reenactments and concert at Historic Hanna’s Town on July 19 – July 20. Though battles did not take place
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The Westmoreland Historical Society will host a Civil War encampment, battle reenactments and concert at Historic Hanna’s Town on July 19 – July 20. 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 a variety of topics. There will be a reenactment of battle tactics and demonstrations of various artillery. The concert will be performed by the 46th Pennsylvania Regiment Band (Logan Guards) who has brought to life the music of the Civil War since 1995. Come hear period music performed on 19th century instruments and learn about the history of regimental bands in the Civil War.
Event includes admission to the exhibit Cut from the Same Cloth at the Westmoreland History Education Center.
Reenactment, Saturday – July 19th from 9-5
Concert – Saturday – July 19th from 5-6:30 ($5 if not attending reenactment)
Reenactment, Sunday – July 20th from 9-3
Adults: $12
Children: $6
Family Pass: $30
Children 5 and Under: Free
Purchase Tickets Here
Tickets also available at the registration welcome table or in the Education Center Shop. Cash and credit accepted on site.
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Historic Hanna's Town
809 Forbes Trail Rd, Greensburg, PA 15601
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