Artillery demonstrations: “Here was a place that tried men’s souls.”
Artillery Program
Pea Ridge National Military Park will conduct Civil War artillery programs on Saturday, March 9th, at 11:15 a.m. behind the visitor center. “Here was a place that tried men’s souls.” How was artillery fired? What was it like to be on the revenging end of artillery fire? Come learn about artillery at the Battle of Pea Ridge and hear the roar of the cannon. The demonstration scheduled is at 3:30 p.m. behind the park visitor center. These artillery demonstrations use the park’s 6-pounder artillery firing piece using real gunpowder but no projectile. The cannoneers will load and fire the cannon two times for each program. These programs are loud, and we recommend being aware of the loud sounds when attending with small children and animals. Please continue to be weather-aware for the day of the program. All programs at the park are subject to change.
Fees
There is no cost for this program, it is fee free.
Location
The program will be held behind the visitor center in an open field.
Latitude and Longitude 36.443989, -94.025422
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The artillery demonstration is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. behind the park visitor center. The programs last for about 30 min each.
Contact Information
Shelley Todd
479-451-8122
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Event Type
- Living History