Event
The Big Guns: Artillery of the Civil War
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Fee:
Free. 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.Dates & Times
Date:
Saturday, August 5, 2023
Time:
11:00 AM
Duration:
30 minutes
Type of Event
Living History
Artillery demonstrations are scheduled for 11 am behind the park visitor center. The programs last for about 30 min each.
Description
Pea Ridge National Military Park The Big Guns: Artillery of the Civil War
Pea Ridge National Military Park will conduct Civil War artillery programs on Saturday, August, 5 2023. Artillery demonstrations are scheduled for 11:00 am 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.
Reservation or Registration: No
There are no reservation needs.
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