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Special Event
Event
160th Anniversary of the Conclusion of the Civil War
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Fee:
Free.Dates & Times
Date:
Saturday, May 31, 2025
Time:
10:00 AM
Duration:
6 hours
Type of Event
Cultural/Craft Demonstration
Living History
Talk
Events will run throughout the day!
Description
This spring marks the 160th anniversary of the conclusion of the American Civil War. Join staff and volunteers a week from today on May 31st as they commemorate this event with living history, historic weapons demonstrations and historical discussions. Learn how to 'Load in Nine Times' with the infantry. Watch the blast of the cannons with the artillery. Learn the importance of the army laundresses! Meet the horses of the cavalry and watch demonstrations with saber and lance. There's something for everyone! Programs run from 10am to 3:30pm. Admission is free to the public.
Check out the Schedule of Events!
10:00—CS Flag Raising—Musket Demonstration—Led by Volunteer Rusty Guenard
10:30—"The Raid of Van Buren”—Led by UAFS Professor Tom Wing
11:30—Artillery Demonstration—Led by Park Ranger Cody Faber
12:00—Cavalry Demonstration—Led by Volunteers Jesse Phipps and Doug Kidd
12:30—US Flag Raising—Musket Demonstration—Led by Volunteer Rusty Guenard
1:00—“A Witness to the War at Fort Smith: The Story of Mary Rutherford Cravens”—Led by Volunteer Melissa Koller
2:00—Artillery Demonstration— Led by UAFS Professor Tom Wing
2:30—"A Dashing Affair: The Battle of Massard Prairie”—Led by Park Ranger Cody Faber
3:30—Cavalry Demonstration—Led by Volunteers Jesse Phipps and Doug Kidd
Reservation or Registration: No
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