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Appomattox 1865 Foundation
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Contact: Brian Miller,, 434-352-8987 x 227
Appomattox, Va. — Appomattox Court House National Historical Park and the Appomattox 1865 Foundation are pleased to announce dates and performers for the annual Sweeney Summer Concert Series. Join us in celebrating the musical history of Appomattox County with this monthly series on the McLean House porch!All concerts begin at 6:00 p.m. Bring a chair or blanket to take in the music and historic setting. Food and drink are welcome (alcohol is not permitted on park grounds). All shows are free and open to the public. The Sweeney concert series pays tribute to the local musical Sweeney family, including the renowned popularizer of the banjo, Joel Sweeney.June 29: NiteKAP- A trio of local Bedford musicians who perform an eclectic mix of American folk music.
July 27: Farm Use Old Time String Band- The Farm Use String Band plays their own high-energy style of Old Time Music, while staying true to the roots of the region’s rich musical history of traditional “pickin’” and dancing on the back porch and in the parlor music.
About The Appomattox 1865 Foundation: The mission of the Appomattox 1865 Foundation is to enrich the understanding and appreciation of the heritage and significance of Appomattox Court House National Historical Park. The Foundation focuses on efforts to preserve the past, augment financial support, commemorate history and enhance each and every visitor’s experience
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About Appomattox Court House National Historical Park: On April 9, 1865, the surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia in the McLean House in the village of Appomattox Court House, Virginia signaled the end of the nation's largest war. The stories of Appomattox Court House go far beyond the final significant battles of this nation's Civil War. Learn more at www.nps.gov/apco.
About the National Park Service: More than 20,000 National Park Service employees care for America's more than 420 national park units and work with communities across the nation to help preserve local history and create close-to-home recreational opportunities. Visit us at www.nps.gov, on Facebook www.facebook.com/nationalparkservice, Twitter www.twitter.com/natlparkservice, and YouTube www.youtube.com/nationalparkservice
Last updated: June 13, 2023