Events
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2026 Symposium Optional Tour: The Battle of North Anna
Every symposium begins with our optional tour which takes attendees on a day-long related adventure prior to the first evening speaker on Friday. This year, you can join Pamplin Park staff as we explore the often forgotten Battle of North Anna. Sandwiched between the brutal bookends of Spotsylvania and Cold Harbor, The Battle of North... Read more »
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30th Annual Civil War Symposium – Hot Heads!: Quick Tempers & Rash Actions
The conference will be held on Friday, October 16 through Sunday, October 18, 2026 at Pamplin Historical Park’s Education Center in Dinwiddie, Virginia and will feature presentations from seven outstanding historians: Chris J. Hartley, James A. Hessler, Robert I. Girardi, Dr. Christopher S. Stowe, Dr. Brooks D. Simpson, Jeffry Wert and Dr. Brian Steel Wills.... Read more »
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Voices From The Shadows
Pamplin Historical Park 6125 Boydton Plank Road, Petersburg, VA, United StatesPamplin Historical Park & The National Museum of the Civil War Soldier is observing Halloween with an opportunity to experience "Voices from the Shadows." The Park is offering this annual evening event on two nights, October 23rd and October 24th, 2026 at both 6:30 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. The tours are offered twice nightly and... Read more »
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9th Annual Breakthrough Trail 5K
Celebrate Halloween at the Breakthrough Trail 5K at Pamplin Historical Park on October 31st by wearing your favorite costume! The best registrant costume will receive a certificate and a $100.00 gift card. Note: This is a family event and any attire with offensive language, inappropriate or sexually explicit themes are strictly forbidden. Starting Time and... Read more »
