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Civil War Photography Weekend
Fee:
Free. Programs are free; park entrance fee is $20/ vehicle.Dates & Times
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10:30 AM, 1:30 PM: Wet Plate Photography Demonstrations
Join living history volunteers for a talk about the process of wet plate photography; programs will take place in the visitor center orientation room. They will also have a station for children to make cyanotypes to take home with them.
11:15 AM, 2:15 PM: Antietam in 3-D
Take a fascinating 3-D journey into the bloodiest day of the Civil War when Ranger Keith presents a show featuring stereographs of Antietam Battlefield taken by photographer Alexander Gardner in the wake of the battle. Wearing 3-D glasses, you'll feel as if you can walk right into these stark and graphic battlefield scenes. Program will last approximately 45 minutes and will take place in the visitor center auditorium.
Reservation or Registration: No
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