Historical re-enactments on tap at Old Washington's upcoming Civil War weekend

Two Civil War skirmishes and living history reenactments are scheduled the weekend of Nov. 2-3 in Washington State Park.
Two Civil War skirmishes and living history reenactments are scheduled the weekend of Nov. 2-3 in Washington State Park.

Civil War School Day (November 1, 2019), 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Civil War Weekend (November 2-3), 9-5 p.m.

Living history re-enactors portraying marching soldiers and civilian refugee camps once again fill Washington, helping guest understand the conflict that no one thought would last so long.

Washington and Hempstead County raised 18 companies of soldiers who left loved ones behind, waiting, and wondering about them.

Tour various stations of soldiers, civilians, and historic homes that show the many aspects of life during the American Civil War.

Skirmishes will begin at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2, and 2 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 3.

CW Day Admission: $10 adults, $6 children (plus tax). Admission will get you into the skirmish along with all historic homes and museums

For more information, contact the park at 870-983-2684.

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