All is subject to change without notice, check each web site for all current information.
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. http://www.christianreenacting.com/preston/ June
Preston Plantation Civil War Reenactment
Bedford, Kentucky
The Civil War will come alive once again in
Trimble County as reenactors participate in the annual Preston Plantation Civil
War Reenactment. As always, an array of troops, artillery and infantry,
accompanied by the sights and smells of the 19th century will meet at
Preston Plantation along the Ohio River.
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. http://www.morgansraid.com June
Morgan’s Raid
at Georgetown
Georgetown, Kentucky
Cardome Centre, Georgetown.
Step back in time, hear the roar of the cannon, smell the gunpowder and hear the
pounding of horses’ hooves. One of the most authentic living history events in
the Midwest. Military drills, large battle recreating many skirmishes which took
place during John Hunt Morgan’s raids.
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. http://www.washingtonkentucky.com/articles/home.asp August
Civil War
Living History Weekend
Maysville, Kentucky
Old Washington, Maysville.
Artillery cannons and wagons. Battles each day through 1700s village flagstone
street and onto Federal Hill. Sutlers tents, reenactors rendezvous in village
streets, camps, famous persons portrayed, ladies tea and contests. Ongoing
scenarios in and around town such as duels, mail call, pay call, medical
demonstrations and village folk dramas. Visit with Harriet Beecher Stowe as she
strolls the streets and speaks at the Harriet Beecher Stowe Slavery to Freedom
Museum. Civil War displays, period dance in the town square and church service
on Albert Sidney Johnston’s Home Museum lawn, Civil War historians, roundtable
discussion with Gen. Robert E. Lee and President Abraham Lincoln in village
meeting house.
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. http://www.kentuckyson.com August
Battle of
Bacon Creek Bridge
Bonnieville, Kentucky
Bonnieville. Bounty awards
for pre-registered: $50 each first four canons, $100 largest Confederate and
Union infantry (minimum 10 rifles), $100 largest Confederate and Union cavalry
(minimum five horses). Saturday and Sunday battles. Pre-registration by Aug. 1
for amenities. Reenactor and sutler fees waived. Saturday night reenactor dinner
and camp dance. Parade and more. All donations go to the preservation of the
Battle of Bacon Creek Bridge Event. Hosted by the 1st Kentucky Confederate
Division.
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. http://www.battleofrichmond.org August
Battle of
Richmond
Richmond, Kentucky
Be an integral part of Edmund
Kirby Smith’s 1862 Invasion of Kentucky and site of Patrick Cleburne’s greatest
victory. This battle is thought to be one of the most complete victories either
side had during the conflict. Whether infantry, cavalry or artillery, all
reenactors and sutlers are welcome. Great camps, amenities, battles at 2 p.m.
both days, camp demonstrations, living history music, church service and guided
tours.
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. http://www.visitmunfordville.com/events.htm September
Hart County
Civil War Days
Munfordville,
Kentucky
"The people of Munfordville and Hart County
are dedicated to this event and work diligently to make Civil War Days bigger
and better every year with a full slate of activities, music, food and fun for
the whole family. It is delightful to see the community come together in
celebration of our rich historic and cultural heritage," said Phyllis Nash,
Chair of the Civil War Days Committee.
Highlighted events include: Historic Exhibits, Living History Encampment,
Parade, Live Music, High Tea, Battle Re-enactment, Arts and Crafts Fair,
Soldier's Gallery, Quilt Show, Talent Contest, Guided Walking Tours, Carriage
Rides, Costume Tableau, Singing Down by the River and the Famous Blue & Grey
Ball.
Admission to the Hart County Civil War Days is FREE and all programs are open to
the public.
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. http://www.battleofbarbourville.com September
The
Battle of Barbourville
Barbourville, Kentucky
Join us in revisiting that foggy morning when the 30 members of the Barbourville
Home Guard held off the approaching Confederate army of 800 on Sept. 19, 1861.
The Home Guards pulled the planks off the bridge, to stop them, but, they were
out gunned and out numbered. Battle both Saturday and Sunday afternoon. Period
Church Service on Sunday. Infantry, Artillery, and Cavalry demonstrations during
the day. Several different military performances and skits. Authentic weapons,
uniforms, etc. See blacksmiths working in the shop. Visit the General store and
bring your lawn chair for the Battle.
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. http://www.perryvillereenactment.org October
144th
Anniversary Battle of Perryville
Perryville,
Kentucky
Saturday and Sunday will offer battle reenactments, an
assortment of living history presentations, educational reenactor sessions, book
signings, period music, food vendors, and a variety of sutlers selling authentic
and period reproduction merchandise. Bring your cameras for what is sure to be a
spectacular photo opportunity at Saturday's sunrise battle!
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