Civil War Reenactment
*The event has already taken place on this date: Sun, 07/17/2016
The Historic Village takes on the guise of a border town, in which civilians tried to maintain normal lives while the war raged on. Two battles each day demonstrate mounted cavalrymen and infantry maneuvers. Abe Lincoln will even make an appearance!
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Each day sees two battles:
- The South Field Battle will feature mounted cavalrymen and artillery. Witness dozens of riders as they defend the surrounding community from being blasted by cannon shells.
- See the infantry maneuver around houses and shops, over fences, and through enemy lines as one side defends the village from being stormed!
It's more than just a battle!
Townsfolk occupying the village will offer musical concerts, specialty shopping and vignettes depicting civilian life during the war. This year, the event will feature a special visit from "Mr. President" himself as Abraham Lincoln (portrayed by professional historian Fritz Klein) walks the grounds, inspects the Federal troops, tells tall tales to the children and more!
The military camps will also be open for inspection during the day. Mounted cavalrymen will be parading about on campus and warming up for the afternoon battle. In the morning, the artillery commanders will host a firing demonstration prior to the first battle. Both days of the program will feature a fashion show demonstrating the day wear and evening wear worn by both women and men during the 1860s.
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Organization:
Genesee Country Village & MuseumLocation:
1410 Flint Hill Road PO Box 310
Mumford, NY, 14511United States
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Phone:
585-294-8218Contact name:
Program Registrar
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The event has already taken place on this date:
07/17/2016
Time:
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Price:
$20 for adults (ages 19-61); $17 for seniors (ages 62+) and college students w/ID; $12 for youth (ages 4-18); kids ages 3 & under are free
Ages
All Ages Adults without kids Adults & kids togetherWeb Service