Rifled Musket Firing Demonstrations

Vicksburg National Military Park

  • May 23, 2026 at 9:00 AM
  • Fees apply

Hear, feel, and smell the firing of a replica Civil War era rifled musket and learn about the life of a Civil War soldier.

Weather dependent. Demonstrations will be between 9-11am depending on weather conditions. Exact timing will depend on when there will be breaks in the forecasted rain.

Location:  Living History Demonstration area next to the Visitor Center

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Fees

Entrance fee require to enter the park

Location

Latitude and Longitude 32.344187, -90.851667

Schedule

Date:

May 23, 2026

Time:

9:00 AM

Duration:

2 hours

Contact Information

Peter Winfrey

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Event Type

  • Living History
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