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SUMMARY:World War II 80th Anniversary Weekend
DESCRIPTION:This 80th anniversary living history event brings to life the experiences of fighting abroad and the war on the home front during World War II. Guests will have the chance to learn from living historians portraying soldiers who fought in WWII and about different aspects of a soldier’s life including weapons\, signals and communications\, and tactical demonstrations. Impressions will range from U.S. Army and Marines to those of British and Russian allies. Civilian living historians will portray goings on at the home front and USO activities stateside. Demonstrations will include medical\, cooking\, weapons and a military uniform and civilian fashion show. A special tactical demonstration will be performed on Saturday afternoon to illustrate the art of fire and maneuver. Throughout the weekend visitors can experience the VA250 Mobile Museum and compare and contrast the soldiers\, sailors and marines of the American Revolution to those of World War II\, as we commemorate the 250th Birthday Anniversaries of the U.S. Army\, U.S. Navy and the U.S. Marine Corps\,  All event activities and programs are included with regular daily paid admission. \nPartner museums to include; MacArthur Memorial\, U.S. Army Quartermaster Museum\, U.S. Army Ordnance TSF\, U.S. Army Women’s Museum\, and the Virginia War Memorial will have displays and more for visitors to see and experience. Presentations by authors and historians will be throughout the weekend. Actor and historian Charles Wissinger will portray Medal of Honor recipient U.S. Army Lieutenant Audie Murphy and share his amazing story. \nVisitors will have an opportunity to meet and hear about the adventures of U.S. Army First Lieutenant Audie Murphy (portrayed by actor/historian Charles Wissinger) who was an American soldier\, actor and song writer.  He is widely celebrated as the most decorated American combat soldier of World War II\, and has been described as the most highly decorated enlisted soldier in U.S. history. Murphy received the Medal of Honor for valor that he demonstrated at age 19 for single-handedly holding off a company of German soldiers for an hour at the Colmar Pocket in France in January 1945\, before leading a successful counterattack while wounded. \nOther presenters include Al Barnes\, Virginia National Guard who will present “U.S. Army 29th Division in World War II\,” Jennifer Cottle\, MacArthur Memorial will present “The End of WWII and the Occupation of Japan\,” Ali Kolleda\, U.S. Army Fort Lee Museums\, will present “U.S. Army Chaplains in World War II” and Colin Romanick\, Pamplin Historical Park will present “Divided Loyalties: Germany’s Foreign Volunteers.” \nThe weekend schedule is below. \nSaturday\, August 23\, 2025 \n9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Living history camps and displays open to public\n9:00 AM – 5:00 PM USO Children’s Craft Activities: WWII Coloring Book & The Roosevelt’s Scottie Dog “Fala” make & take home item at Freedom Garden (Diana Campbell)\n9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Children’s Obstacle Course Training Activity – Freedom Garden\n9:00 AM – 4:00 PM US Army Quartermaster\, Ordnance TSF\, Transportation\, Women’s Museums displays at NMCWS alcove off of rotunda\n9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Virginia War Memorial display at NMCWS alcove off of rotunda\n10:00 AM – 10:20 AM Viewing of Virginians at War: D-Day: Invasion at Normandy in Education Center\n11:00 AM – 11:30 AM “U.S. Army 29th Division in WWII” presentation by Al Barnes in Education Center\n12:00 PM – 12:45 PM 1940s fashion show at Education Center\n1:00 PM – 1:45 PM “Lieutenant Audie Murphy” presentation by Charles Wissinger (First Person) in Education Center\n2:00 PM – 2:30 PM WWII Weapons demonstration at Fortification Exhibit\n3:00 PM – 3:45 PM “Jewish Army Chaplains in WWII” presentation by Alexandra Kolleda (AME/U.S. Army Museums) in Education Center\n4:00 PM – 4:20 PM Viewing of Virginians at War: Battle of the Bulge in Education Center\n4:45 PM – 5:30 PM Coordinate reloading of participant equipment and partner displays \nSunday\, August 24 \n8:15 AM – 8:45 AM Safety inspection of living history and demo areas\n9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Park Opening\, Closing\, Cleaning — standard operating procedures\nFollow event program below:\n9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Living history camps and displays open to public.\n9:00 AM – 5:00 PM USO Children’s Craft Activities: WWII Coloring Book & The Roosevelt’s Scottie Dog “Fala” make & take home item at Freedom Garden\n9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Children’s Obstacle Course Training Activity – Freedom Garden\n9:00 AM – 5:00 PM MacArthur Memorial display at NMCWS alcove off of rotunda (power required)\n10:00 AM – 10:20 AM Viewing of Virginians at War: D-Day: Invasion at Normandy in Education Center\n11:00 AM – 11:45 AM “Divided Loyalties: Germany’s Foreign Volunteers” presentation by Colin Romanick in Education Center\n12:00 PM – 12:45 PM 1940s fashion show at Education Center\n1:00 PM – 1:45 PM “The End of WWII and the Occupation of Japan” presentation by Jennifer Cottle (MacArthur Memorial) in Education Center\n2:00 PM – 2:45 PM WWII Weapons demonstration at Fortification Exhibit\n3:00 PM – 3:20 PM Viewing of Virginians at War: Battle of the Bulge in Education Center\n3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Coordinate reloading of participant equipment and partner displays \nAlexander F. Barnes was born in Niagara Falls\, New York\, and grew up in an Air Force family. He enlisted in the Marine Corps in 1974 and then joined the Army National Guard in 1977\, retiring as a Virginia Army National Guard chief warrant officer in 2004. He retired from the US Army at Fort Lee in July 2015 after 30 years of service as an Army Civilian including deployments in Desert Storm\, Bosnia\, and Kuwait. He has a master’s degree in Anthropology and has authored or co-authored nine US Military History books. He is currently serving as the Command Historian for the Virginia National Guard. \nAli Kolleda is the education specialist for the Fort Lee Army Museum Enterprise\, which includes the U.S. Army Quartermaster Museum\, the U.S. Army Women’s Museum\, and the Ordnance Training Support Facility. Her background is in collections management and public history\, and as a museum professional her goal has been to fill gaps in the historic narrative by diversifying collections and programming. She has a master’s degree in Public History from James Madison University and has been working in Army Museums for 13 years. Ms. Kolleda has presented at the Society for History in the Federal Government\, the American Association for State and Local History\, the Virginia War Memorial\, and the Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation and is credited on several government and private publications\, including The SixTripleEight documentary\, outlining the service of the historic 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion in the European Theater during World War II. \nJennifer Cottle is a Museum Attendant and Museum Specialist working with the MacArthur Memorial and the General Douglas MacArthur Foundation. Since becoming a staff member\, she has worked with material in the museum collections to help share the stories of the thousands of Allied civilians interned in the Philippines during WWII with the public through virtual outreach and education programs. Jennifer graduated from Appalachian State University with a B.S. in Anthropology in 2014 and worked in the field of archaeology for several years before joining the staff at the MacArthur Memorial. She is currently pursuing a M.A. in Public History and plans to incorporate the food history of the WWII internment camps into her capstone project. \nColin Romanick is the current Executive Director of Pamplin Historical Park and has worked in the museum field for over 20 years in the areas of education\, finance and marketing. He is a graduate of Christopher Newport University where he earned a B.S. in Business Administration. Romanick worked for the City of Newport News\, Historic Services Division for 13 years. During that time he conducted educational programs\, tours and assisted in the acquisition of artifacts for the Virginia War Museum. Romanick is a published author and contributing writer of numerous historical articles for various periodicals. Prior to joining Pamplin Historical Park\, he has worked as an educator for the US Army Quartermaster Museum at Fort Lee and conducted tours at historic Endview Plantation and Lee Hall Mansion in Newport News\, VA. \nChildren are invited to experience a World War II training obstacle course and enjoy craft activities to include World War II coloring books and making a take home project of the Roosevelt’s Scottie Dog “Fala.” \nWorld War II\, which was fought between 1939 and 1945\, cost an estimated 85 million casualties both military and civilian worldwide. The United States military casualties amounted to 416\,800. While many were thankful for the surrender in Europe on May 8\, 1945 the war in the Pacific raged on and was far from over. The battles of Iwo Jima and Okinawa during the first half of the year gave a glimpse of the carnage awaiting invasion forces set to strike the Japanese home islands. A planned Allied invasion on the island of Kyushu was set for November 1st. There 500\,000 Japanese troops were in position and another 6 million were under arms or able to be called into service. This invasion did not come to pass. The dropping of the atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki forced Imperial Japan to accept an unconditional surrender. The terms were accepted on August 14\, 1945 and a formal document signing ceremony took place aboard the U.S.S. Missouri in Tokyo Bay on September 2nd. \nThis event is held in partnership with Bank of Southside Virginia.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/world-war-ii-80th-anniversary-weekend/
CATEGORIES:artillery,arts & culture,education,history talks,living history,outdoors,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250704T090000
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SUMMARY:Independence Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an Independence Day Celebration as Pamplin Historical Park will offer multiple activities and programs throughout the day. \nFamilies will enjoy musket and cannon fire demonstrations. A “Load-in-Nine-Times” program will begin at 10:00 am and highlight the types of weapons used in the Civil War to include a demonstration of the loading and firing of muskets. A “King of Battle” program will follow to which will begin with a presentation on artillery and it’s role on the battlefield. The presentation will conclude with a firing demonstration of a cannon at the park’s re-created fortification exhibit. \nAuthor and historian John Settle will present The Virginia Line in the Southern Campaign at 1:00pm\, where he will highlight the stories\, battles and journeys of Virginia Continental Line soldiers in the American Revolution from his book. Mr. Settle teaches U.S. History at Nandua Middle School in Accomack County\, VA. He received his B.A. in History at Bridgewater College at Bridgewater\, VA. Mr. Settle was a military interpreter at the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation from 2019 to 2022. Mr. Settle has written for the Fluvanna County Historical Society and has worked with that organization in other research projects. The research of Mr. Settle is focused on the military experience of the regular troops and the militia of Virginia during the American Revolution and the campaigns they were involved in. \nA guided tour of the Breakthrough Battlefield will take place at 2:00pm. The April 2\, 1865 battle saw the U.S. Army’s 6th Corps of 14\,000 men successfully assault the Confederate defenses\, and breakthrough to lift the 292-day siege of Petersburg. This forced the Confederates to evacuate both Petersburg and their capital city Richmond. Seven days later\, the surrender took place at Appomattox. Multiple stories of valor will be shared from the battle\, and a display of artifacts at the park’s Battlefield Center include a combatant’s Medal of Honor. Additional programming includes\, living historians portraying soldiers who will share why they fought and explain the equipment and camp life of the men during the Civil War. \nDinwiddie County\, Virginia is home to a great amount of American history to include that of the American Revolutionary War. Dinwiddie County residents formed a Committee of Correspondence and several militia units were raised in Dinwiddie County. Many of these men went on to serve in Virginia state and Continental Army formations throughout the war. Others such as merchants\, supported the army through supplying food and materials or played other vitally important roles in the fight for independence. \nAll event activities and programs are included with regular daily paid admission. This event is sponsored by the Bank of Southside Virginia. \nThis event is a part of the VA250 celebrations taking place across Virginia\, to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolutionary War for independence. Established in 2020 to commemorate Virginia’s role in the 250th anniversary of American independence\, the Virginia American Revolution 250 Commission (VA250) aims to form a more perfect union by educating Virginians about their history and civic duty and sharing diverse narratives that capture Virginia’s complete story and role in shaping the nation.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/independence-day-celebration-4/
CATEGORIES:artillery,history talks,holiday,literature,living history
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T100000
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SUMMARY:6th Annual Breakthrough Car Show
DESCRIPTION:Join in the fun of this automotive extravaganza. Experience the sights and sounds of elegant autos from yesteryear to the technologically advanced super cars of today at the historic Hart Farm\, which is part of Pamplin Historical Park located near Petersburg\, Virginia. The Breakthrough Car Show is open to all makes\, models and years of vehicles and anyone can bring out their ride and participate in the show. \nThe first 150 registered show vehicles receive goody bags and dash plaques. Pre-register your single vehicle by May 2\, 2025 for $15.00 or vehicle registration is $20.00 per vehicle thereafter and at the show. \nShow day registration begins at 8:00 am. Participant’s Choice judging will result in over 60 awards. The award presentation will take place at 2:30 pm. Spectator parking and show admission is free. A reduced “day of show only” Pamplin Historical Park admission will be available for those who want to explore the 424 acres of battlefields\, historic homes\, museums and more. \nVendors will have food\, drinks and more throughout the day. Everyone can take part in a silent auction\, door prizes and more. \nRain date is May 11\, 2025. All proceeds from this event benefit Pamplin Historical Park. This event is in partnership with Car Club Council of Central Virginia. \nLocated near Petersburg\, Virginia\, Pamplin Historical Park is about 30 minutes south of Richmond and is convenient to both Interstates 95 and 85 and US Highways 1 and 460. Pamplin Historical Park is a 501(c)(3) organization. \nThanks to the following Gold Level sponsors; Bank of Southside Virginia\, Gary’s Automotive Again\, Hale’s Electric Service\, Southside Electric Cooperative\, Strosnider Chevrolet\, VA Cars and Carts\, Virginia Motorsports Park and the following supporting sponsors; Advance Auto Parts (Dinwiddie)\, AutoMeter\,  AutoZone (Colonial Heights)\, Brother’s Pizza\, Crossroads Ford Quick Lane Tire & Auto Center\, EATON Detroit Spring Inc.\, Food Lion\, Grease Monkey Garage\, Griot’s Garage\, Dalton Watson Fine Books\, JEGS\, J. C. Taylor Insurance\, Lincoln Electric\, Moss Motors\, Motorbooks\, National Parts Depot\, O’Reilly’s Auto Parts (Dinwiddie)\, Hatchette Book Group\, Stoner Car Care\, Texas Roadhouse\, Top Flight Automotive\, and Tractor Supply Company. \nClick here for a downloadable and printable version of the show flyer. \nClick here for a downloadable and printable version of the show registration form. \nClick here for a downloadable and printable version of the show non-food vendor application. \nClick here for a downloadable and printable version of the show food vendor application. \nClick here for sponsor benefits and information.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/6th-annual-breakthrough-car-show/
CATEGORIES:artillery,arts & culture,car show,living history,transportation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240706T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240706T170000
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SUMMARY:Independence Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an Independence Celebration as Pamplin Historical Park will offer multiple activities and programs throughout the day. \nFamilies will enjoy the chance to meet and hear a presentation from founding father\, the Marquis de Lafayette portrayed by actor and historian Charles Wissinger. He will share the story and passion of this young émigré from France who fought in the American Revolution and returned to America for a farewell tour in 1824. Mr. Wissinger is a professional actor with a BA in Theatrical and Performing Arts\, and his experience spans stage\, film\, television\, and commercials including appearances on the American Heroes Channel\, the Military Channel\, and the History Channel as well as historical sites\, national parks\, and special events. Wissinger combines his talent for acting with his love of history in this research and interpretation of historical figures. \nAdditional programming includes\, living historians portraying American Revolutionary War militia soldiers who will share why they fought and explain the equipment and life of the men during the War for Independence. Park Ranger Aaron Stoyack will present “Dinwiddie County in the American Revolution” where he will highlight the personalities\, places and events which played a role in the road to revolution through ultimate independence. Live patriotic music will be performed by the Harken Back String Band and families will have the opportunity participate in period games. \nDinwiddie County\, Virginia is home to a great amount of American history to include that of the American Revolutionary War. Dinwiddie County residents formed a Committee of Correspondence and more than 500 militiamen were raised in Dinwiddie County. Many of these men went on to serve in Virginia state and Continental army formations throughout the war. Others such as merchants\, supported the army through supplying food and materials or played other vitally important roles in the fight for independence. \nAll event activities and programs are included with regular daily paid admission. This event is sponsored by the Bank of Southside Virginia. \nThis event is a part of the VA250 celebrations taking place across Virginia\, to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolutionary War for independence. Established in 2020 to commemorate Virginia’s role in the 250th anniversary of American independence\, the Virginia American Revolution 250 Commission (VA250) aims to form a more perfect union by educating Virginians about their history and civic duty and sharing diverse narratives that capture Virginia’s complete story and role in shaping the nation. \nThis event is sponsored by the Bank of Southside Virginia.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/independence-celebration-weekend/
CATEGORIES:artillery,arts & culture,history talks,holiday,living history
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240527T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240527T170000
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SUMMARY:Memorial Day Remembrance
DESCRIPTION:The park will be open Memorial Day weekend\, May 25 through May 27 with special activities only being held on Memorial Day\, May 27\, 2024\, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Programming will begin with a Civil War soldiers’ camp life and drill presentation by Park staff. Visitors are then invited to hear perspectives on Memorial Day from a present\, active-duty military member. A special ceremony will start with the presentation of colors\, followed by remarks from the Park’s Executive Director\, Colin Romanick and a cannon fire salute followed by the playing of TAPS. \nAn afternoon program titled “Music that Moves the Military” will be presented by Bill Stallings\, as he shares the importance of military music\, on the parade ground and in battle. The viewing of “War So Terrible” which follows two Civil War soldiers\, Benjamin Franklin Meyers of the Union and Andrew Jackson Stewart of the Confederacy\, will be shown later\, in the Battlefield Center. \nA special temporary art display portraying American military actions and personalities from the American Revolution through the Global War on Terror will be available for viewing throughout the day. Artist Henry Kidd will also speak about his displayed ‘stretcher art’\, where he uses original stretchers as his artistic canvases. The vivid colors and detailed scenes of Kidd’s work\, portrays the various aspects of soldiers’ lives from combat and drill to convalescence. Artwork will additionally feature themes from the September 11\, 2001 terrorists attacks on the World Trade Center and Pentagon embodied in Kidd’s work titled “America’s Heroes.” \nHenry Kidd is a nationally recognized historical artist. His fine art has appeared in documentaries on the History Channel and on covers of many books and magazines. He designed the Confederate Medal of Honor. His artwork hangs in many prestigious institutions and museums such as West Point\, Virginia Military Institute\, Mariner’s Museum\, Museum of the Confederacy\, Petersburg National Battlefield\, the Virginia Historical Society and others. \nThis special Pamplin Historical Park Memorial Day remembrance is sponsored by the Bank of Southside Virginia. The Park is open May 25 through 27 and the special programming will take place on Memorial Day only. Daily admission for adults is $15\, seniors (65+) $12.00\, children (6-12) $8\, and children under 6 free. Active-duty military members with ID receive free admission on Memorial Day.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/memorial-day-commemoration-3/
CATEGORIES:artillery,arts & culture,history talks,holiday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240402T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240402T130000
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SUMMARY:159th Breakthrough Battle Anniversary Driving Tour
DESCRIPTION:This will be a caravan driving tour to include five stops and two guides leading the tour to commemorate the 159th Anniversary of the Breakthrough Battle. The tour will begin promptly at 9:00 am and depart from the Park’s Education Center located at 6523 Duncan Road\, Petersburg\, VA 23803. Attendees will visit the Jones Farm\, Fort Fisher\, White Oak Road\, Five Forks and Pamplin Historical Park’s Breakthrough Battlefield. Guides will share the historical events\, which unfolded at each site and ultimately culminated in the Breakthrough Battle of April 2\, 1865. The tour will end at approximately 1:00 pm. Attendees will arrive and depart from the Park’s Education Center located at 6523 Duncan Road\, Petersburg\, VA 23803 and carpools are highly encouraged. \nGuests are encouraged to wear comfortable walking shoes as there will be a series of walks in-between driving to the sites. Guests are also encouraged to pack a bottle of water and a snack while traveling through Dinwiddie County. This event will be rain or shine\, and guests are encouraged to dress accordingly. \nSpace is limited and pre-registration is required. Pricing is $25 per person. Payments can be made by registering online today at Eventbrite tickets or by calling (804) 861-2408. \nAt 4:40 a.m. April 2\, 1865\, some 14\,000 Union soldiers moved forward in the chilly gloom toward the Confederate fortifications six miles southwest of Petersburg. Less than an hour later\, the American flag flew over the Confederate line following one of the most important battles of the entire Civil War. This engagement led directly to the evacuation of both Petersburg and Richmond. One week later\, Robert E. Lee surrendered to Ulysses S. Grant at Appomattox Court House. \n 
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/159th-breakthrough-anniversary-driving-tour/
CATEGORIES:artillery,arts & culture,education,history talks,tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240323T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240323T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T031246
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SUMMARY:159th Breakthrough Battle Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we remember the 159th Anniversary of the Breakthrough Battle which ended the Petersburg Campaign and forced the Confederate withdrawal from Richmond.  \nAt 4:40 a.m. April 2\, 1865\, some 14\,000 Union soldiers moved forward in the chilly gloom toward the Confederate fortifications six miles southwest of Petersburg. Less than an hour later\, the American flag flew over the Confederate line following one of the most important battles of the entire Civil War. This engagement led directly to the evacuation of both Petersburg and Richmond. One week later\, Robert E. Lee surrendered to Ulysses S. Grant at Appomattox Court House and our nation began the long process of reconciliation. \nThe Park is hosting a full schedule of activities and programs open to walk-in visitors. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear author presentations\, living history portraying soldiers and civilians\, and artillery demonstrations. Visitors can experience encounters all day with civilians at Tudor Hall and sharpshooters and skirmishers on the Breakthrough Battlefield with reenactors. Additional programming includes a guided walking tour “between the lines” of the Breakthrough Battlefield to discover the role of soldiers in the picket lines and interact with reenactors along the way. An additional battlefield tour titled “The Norfolk Light Artillery Blues” will guide visitors to the actual redan manned by the Norfolk Light Artillery during the April 2\, 1865 Breakthrough Battle. There\, visitors will hear about the role of artillery\, the different types of ammunition used\, and will see a live firing of the two-gun section. \nAuthors Hampton Newsome will present “Gettysburg’s Southern Front” and Michael C. Hardy will present “General Lee’s Immortals\, the Branch-Lane Brigade\,” which is included with regular admission. \nHampton Newsome is author of several books on the Civil War including Richmond Must Fall: The Richmond-Petersburg Campaign\, October 1864\, published by Kent State University Press in 2012 and recognized as a best book of the year by the Civil War Monitor magazine; and The Fight for the Old North State: The Civil War in North Carolina\, January-May 1864\, which was published in 2019 by the University Press of Kansas and received the Emerging Civil War Book Award and the Richard Barksdale Harwell Award from the Atlanta Civil War Roundtable. His most recent title is Gettysburg’s Southern Front: Opportunity and Failure at Richmond. Also published by University of Kansas Press\, this new book has received the Edwin C. Bearss Book Award for Outstanding Scholarship from the Chicago Civil War Roundtable as well as the Emerging Civil War 2023 Book of the Year. \nMichael C. Hardy is an award-winning and widely published author. A graduate of the University of Alabama\, he has written on a large array of subjects — Confederate regimentals\, Southern places\, and personalities — in books\, articles\, and blog posts. In 2010\, Hardy was named North Carolina Historian of the Year by the North Carolina Society of Historians. He was also awarded the James I. Robertson Literary Prize by the Robert E. Lee Civil War Library and Research Center in 2018 for his history of the Branch-Lane Brigade\, General Lee’s Immortals (Savas Beatie\, 2018). When not researching\, writing\, and traveling\, he volunteers at historic sites\, sharing his love for history. \nThese programs are included with Park general admission. Daily admission for adults is $15\, seniors (65+) and Military w/ID $12.00\, children (6-12) $8\, and children under 6 free. \nSCHEDULE \nSaturday\, March 23\, 2024 \n9:00am – 5:00pm Encounter Programs all day “Civilians at Tudor Hall” at Tudor Hall \n9:00am – 5:00pm Encounter Programs all day “Sharpshooters and Skirmishers” at Breakthrough Battlefield Trail \n10:00-10:45 “Gettysburg’s Southern Front\,” Lecture by Hampton Newsome at Banquet Room \n11:30-12:15 “General Lee’s Immortals\,” Lecture on Lane’s Brigade by Michael C. Hardy at Banquet Room \n1:00-1:45 Guided walk “between the lines” to discover the Breakthrough Battlefield and learn about the role of sharpshooters and skirmishers and converse with Johnny Reb and Billy Yank. \n2:30-3:15 Guided walk to the “Norfolk Light Artillery Blues\,” to hear from Gunner Atkinson on the role of artillery during the Civil War and the April 2\, 1865 Breakthrough \n3:30-4:20 War So Terrible\, standard viewing at the Battlefield Center \n 
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/breakthrough-battle-anniversary-5/
CATEGORIES:artillery,arts & culture,history talks,literature,living history,tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230704T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230704T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T031246
CREATED:20230215T223529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230614T221523Z
UID:4611-1688461200-1688490000@pamplinpark.org
SUMMARY:Independence Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us this Independence Day as Pamplin Historical Park will offer multiple programs throughout the day. \nFamilies will enjoy the chance to meet founding father Benjamin Franklin portrayed by actor and historian Barry Stevens. Stevens has been presenting Benjamin Franklin since 2005. His education of Dr. Franklin has led him to read and study extensively on the life and times of this American personality. It has taken him to locations throughout the Colonies known to Dr. Franklin and even to Le Procope restaurant in Paris\, France. Visitors will be invited to engage Dr. Franklin in a conversation and experience interaction with living history. \nAdditional programming includes\, live music performed by the Harken Back String Band and the opportunity for families to participate in period games. Living historians portraying Revolutionary War and Civil War soldiers will share why they fought and explain the equipment and life of the men during the War for Independence and the American Civil War. Visitors can also take part in a special ceremony with color guard\, pledge of allegiance and a cannon fire salute. \nAll visitors will have the opportunity to tour the Breakthrough Battlefield which on April 2\, 1865\, resulted in the evacuation of both Petersburg and Richmond. A mere seven days later\, the surrender at Appomattox helped to secure the Union and began healing a nation. \nAll events and activities included with Park admission. \nThis event is held in partnership with the Bank of Southside Virginia and Strosnider Chevrolet.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/independence-day-celebration-3/
LOCATION:Pamplin Historical Park\, 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA\, 23803\, United States
CATEGORIES:artillery,arts & culture,history talks,holiday,living history
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230529T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230529T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T031246
CREATED:20230215T222955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230529T143123Z
UID:4609-1685350800-1685379600@pamplinpark.org
SUMMARY:Memorial Day Remembrance
DESCRIPTION:Pamplin Historical Park & The National Museum of the Civil War Soldier will offer a full schedule of daily programs this Memorial Day. The Park will open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and activities are included with regular museum admission. \n\nThe recreated 124th New York Infantry will demonstrate the life of a Civil War soldier with camp life and drill throughout the day. An display of Medals of Honor can also be viewed throughout the day.\n\n\nA viewing of “We Are Americans: Air Force Academy Tribute to Memorial Day” will be shown at 10:00 am followed by a Breakthrough Battlefield tour at 11:00 am. A special ceremony will take place at 1:00 pm with remarks made by the executive director\, a color guard of soldiers from US Army Fort Gregg-Adams and the playing of TAPS.\n\n\n\nAfternoon programming includes a “Music that Moves the Military” presentation and demonstration followed by a presentation on Mortuary Affairs by US Army Sergeant 1st Class\, Richard Garcia a Mortuary Affairs Specialist at 3:00 pm. Mortuary Affairs is part of the US Army Quartermaster Corps whose duties include locating and identifying remains in the field\, ensuring safe transport of the deceased and their belongings\, and assisting with arrangements and military honors at their burial site.\n\n\n\nAll activities and programs are included with regular daily paid admission.\n\n\nThis event is held in partnership with the Bank of Southside Virginia and Strosnider Chevrolet.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/memorial-day-remembrance/
LOCATION:Pamplin Historical Park\, 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA\, 23803\, United States
CATEGORIES:artillery,arts & culture,history talks,holiday,living history
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230401T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230402T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T031246
CREATED:20230203T222848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230322T222133Z
UID:4586-1680339600-1680454800@pamplinpark.org
SUMMARY:Breakthrough Battle Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we remember the 158th Anniversary of the Breakthrough Battle which ended the Petersburg Campaign and forced the Confederate withdrawal from Richmond. \nThe Park is hosting a full weekend schedule of activities and programs for walk-in visitors. Attendees will have the opportunity to drill with the troops\, see artillery\, medical\, and musical demonstrations. Visitors can experience a battle reenactment each day\, on the actual Breakthrough Battlefield with reenactors and artillery providing all of the sights and sounds of battle. Additional programming focuses on civilians and the home front. Visitors will have the opportunity to learn about food shortages and creative recipes during the Civil War. Event attendees will also uncover the impact of a military occupation on civilians and the resulting refugee crisis of those fleeing the fighting at their doorsteps. Throughout the weekend Park visitors can tour military encampments near the battlefield and encounter civilians\, animals and demonstration gardening at historic Tudor Hall. \nDaily admission for adults is $15\, seniors (65+) and Military w/ID $12.00\, children (6-12) $8\, and children under 6 free. \nJoin a special Breakthrough Battlefield tour experience on Sunday April 2 at 6:30 am. Walk the battlefield with a guide and see and hear the sounds of battle with reenactor participation bringing this tour to life. Space is limited and tickets must be purchased in advance. Visit Eventbrite.com to secure your tickets today! \nThis event is held in partnership with Strosnider Chevrolet.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/breakthrough-battle-anniversary-4/
LOCATION:Pamplin Historical Park\, 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA\, 23803\, United States
CATEGORIES:artillery,arts & culture,history talks,living history
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230105T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230105T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T031246
CREATED:20221117T193201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221117T193201Z
UID:4512-1672945200-1672948800@pamplinpark.org
SUMMARY:Roundtable: Charge of the 1st Maine Heavy Artillery
DESCRIPTION:Join speaker Dr. David Urquia as he discusses the “Charge of the 1st Maine Heavy Artillery.” \nThe Petersburg Civil War Roundtable (PCWRT) will meet the first Thursday of each month at Pamplin Historical Park and the National Museum of the Civil War Soldier from 7:00 pm-8:00 pm. Annual membership is $40.00. Individuals who are already members of Pamplin Historical Park can become members of PCWRT for $20.00. Non-members can attend for $5.00 each meeting. Call (804) 861-2408 for more information. \nThis is an in-person event.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/roundtable-charge-of-the-1st-maine-heavy-artillery/
CATEGORIES:artillery,arts & culture,history talks
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220530T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220530T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T031246
CREATED:20220106T174839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220505T205935Z
UID:4300-1653901200-1653930000@pamplinpark.org
SUMMARY:Memorial Day Commemoration
DESCRIPTION:Pamplin Historical Park & The National Museum of the Civil War Soldier will offer a full schedule of daily programs this Memorial Day. The Park will open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and activities are included with regular museum admission. \nSchedule of Events: \n9:00 – 9:30 am Dressing for Mourning at Tudor Hall Plantation \n9:45 – 10:30 am Memory & Mourning at Education Center \n10:45 – 11:15 am Load in Nine Times at Fortifications Exhibit \n11:30 am – Noon Camp Life Demonstration at Military Encampment \n12:45 – 1:15 pm Memorial Day Commemoration at Fortification Exhibit \n1:30 – 1:45 pm Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for “292 Days: A City at War” Exhibit at Battlefield Center \n2:00 – 2:45 pm “292 Days: A City at War” Exhibit Guided Tour at Battlefield Center \n3:00 pm National Moment of Remembrance (Throughout the Park) \n3:00 – 3:50 pm War So Terrible Film at Battlefield Center \n3:10 – 3:45 pm Breakthrough Battlefield Walking Tour begins at Battlefield Center
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/memorial-day-commemoration-2/
LOCATION:Pamplin Historical Park\, 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA\, 23803\, United States
CATEGORIES:artillery,arts & culture,history talks,holiday,tours
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220402T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220402T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T031246
CREATED:20220106T172211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220321T215427Z
UID:4296-1648890000-1648918800@pamplinpark.org
SUMMARY:Breakthrough Battle Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we remember the 157th Anniversary of the Breakthrough Battle which ended the Petersburg Campaign and forced the Confederate withdrawal from Richmond. \nAt 4:40 a.m. April 2\, 1865\, some 14\,000 Union soldiers moved forward in the chilly gloom toward the Confederate fortifications six miles southwest of Petersburg. Less than an hour later\, the American flag flew over the Confederate line following one of the most important battles of the entire Civil War. This engagement led directly to the evacuation of both Petersburg and Richmond. One week later\, Robert E. Lee surrendered to Ulysses S. Grant at Appomattox Court House and our nation began the long process of healing. \nThe Park will hosts a full schedule of activities and programs for walk-in visitors each day. Visitors will have the opportunity to join in a walking tour of the battlefield\, drill with the troops\, see a presentation on period clothing and uniforms\, meet Captain Charles Gould of the 5th Vermont Infantry Regiment (recreated) and more. Author John Selby will also be presenting a discussion on Union General George Meade and his performance during the Petersburg Campaign. Selby will be available afterwards for a book signing of his work “Meade: The Price of Command” and his book will be available for purchase. \nAll programs are included with Park admission. Daily admission for adults is $15\, seniors (65+) and Military w/ID $12.00\, children (6-12) $8\, and children under 6 free.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/breakthrough-battle-anniversary-3/
LOCATION:Pamplin Historical Park\, 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA\, 23803\, United States
CATEGORIES:artillery,arts & culture,history talks,living history,tours
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211111T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211111T153000
DTSTAMP:20260422T031246
CREATED:20211104T185814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211104T185918Z
UID:4245-1636630200-1636644600@pamplinpark.org
SUMMARY:Veterans Day
DESCRIPTION:Pamplin Historical Park will offer multiple programs throughout the day\, to include presentations on artillery “The King of Battle”\, a lecture and living-history demonstration on the Spanish-American War\, a live musical performance of soldier’s songs and a ceremony with cannon fire salute. \n\nA Veterans Day ceremony will start at noon with a presentation of colors followed by a cannon fire salute. Afterwards\, Civil War programming will be joined by a Spanish-American War lecture and living-history demonstration in the park’s Education Center. \n\nPark staff will conduct a guided walking tour at 1:45 p.m. of the Breakthrough Battlefield\, which occurred on April 2\, 1865. The tour will offer attendees a chance to hear about the events which unfolded on that fateful morning while viewing some of the most well-preserved earthworks in the country. A notable story to be shared is that of Captain Charles Gould of the U.S. 5th Vermont Infantry Regiment who is credited as being the first man to enter the Confederate held earthworks. Gould would later receive the Medal of Honor for his actions during the battle. \n\nFamilies are also invited to join in soldier’s songs with a live performance by the Harken Back String Band. Everyone will enjoy traditional songs of home and military life beginning at 2:30 p.m. \n\nAll visitors will have the opportunity to explore the 424-acre park to include the Breakthrough Battlefield which on April 2\, 1865\, resulted in the evacuation of both Petersburg and Richmond. A temporary exhibit titled “We Fight for Our Rights” tells the story of the both the enslaved and free African-Americans who fought for freedom during the American Civil War and their impact on later contributions through the 20th century. The exhibit focuses on the USCT or United States Colored Troops who were formerly enslaved and free African-Americans who joined the Union Army in their fight to end slavery and preserve the Union. \n\nAll event activities and programs are included with regular daily paid admission.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/veterans-day-2/
LOCATION:Pamplin Historical Park\, 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA\, 23803\, United States
CATEGORIES:artillery,arts & culture,history talks,living history,Performance,tours
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211015T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211015T173000
DTSTAMP:20260422T031246
CREATED:20210429T141301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210429T141542Z
UID:3899-1634286600-1634319000@pamplinpark.org
SUMMARY:Symposium 2021 Special Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join Pamplin Historical Park’s Executive Director\, Jerry “Dez” Desmond\, and park historian\, Tim Talbott\, as we explore events in June of 1862 when 105\,000 Union soldiers prepared to lay siege to the Confederate capital\, Richmond\, and end the Civil War. Seizing the initiative\, new appointed\nConfederate commander\, Robert E. Lee\, lashed out at the Federals\, resulting in the Seven Days Battle. \nThe tour will leave from the National Museum of the Civil War Soldier at Pamplin Historical Park promptly at 8:30 a.m. and return by 5:30 p.m. We will trace the steps of Lee’s and McClellan’s armies to the battlefields of Mechanicsville\, Gaines’ Mill\, Savage’s Station\, White Oak Swamp\, Glendale and Malvern Hill. A picnic lunch will be provided (included in your registration fee). Reservations are required and space is limited. Registration is on a first-come\, first-served basis. Full payment is due upon registration. Refunds will be issued\, minus a $10 administrative fee\, through September 30\, 2021. No\nrefunds will be issued after that date. \nDownload the Flyer/Registration Form by clicking here.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/2021-symposium-special-tour/
CATEGORIES:artillery,arts & culture,history talks,symposium,tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210704T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210704T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T031246
CREATED:20210604T212138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210701T151703Z
UID:4150-1625389200-1625418000@pamplinpark.org
SUMMARY:Independence Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us this Independence Day as Pamplin Historical Park will offer multiple programs throughout the day. Families will enjoy the chance to meet George Washington\, hear about World War I from an American Doughboy\, participate in 19th century games and take part in a ceremony concluding with a cannon fire salute. All visitors will have the opportunity to join staff for tours of the Breakthrough Battlefield which on April 2\, 1865\, resulted in the evacuation of both Petersburg and Richmond. \nGeneral Washington (portrayed by Brian Hilton) will discuss the meaning and legacy of the American War for Independence.  You will have the opportunity to interact with Washington by asking questions and offering your own thoughts about the American Revolution\, the Declaration of Independence\, the 4th of July\, and the union of the states.  What better way to celebrate the birthday of our country than to engage in conversation with the “Father of Our Country”?   There will be opportunities for photographs with General Washington following the program.  This is a family friendly event for people of all ages. \nLiving-historians representing the Hanover Independent Company of 1775 will also share how civilians supported patriots and British forces in the American Revolutionary War. Visitors can hear the Citizens of Old Virginia perform musical tunes from the Civil War as they share home front views of the war from both northern and southern perspectives. \nBill Stallings will bring the Great War to life as an American soldier better known as Doughboys from World War I. Visitors can hear about America’s unprepared mobilization and the experience of fighting in trenches and facing new technologies\, during this terrible conflict. Several artifacts from the conflict will also be on display and their importance and stories shared with families and visitors. \nEveryone will additionally be able to participate in games including America’s pastime\, baseball. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll event activities and programs are included with regular daily paid admission. \n\nEvent Schedule\n\n10:30-11:00 am\nRoundball to Rimfire Living History Firing Demonstration\nDemonstration Area at NMCWS\n\n\n\n11:15-11:45 am\nIndependence Day Games Sack Race\, 3-Legged Race\, and other period games\nMeet at Tudor Hall’s West Yard\n\n\n\n12:00-12:15 pm Independence Day Celebration\nFlag Display\, Pledge of Allegiance\, Artillery Firing\nAt Fortification Exhibit\n\n\n\n1:00-2:00 pm “Embarked on a Tempestuous Ocean”\nGen. George Washington & the War for Independence\nLiving History Presentation by Brian Hilton\nEducation Center\n\n\n\n2:15-3:00 pm  The World War I Doughboy\nLiving History Demonstration by Bill Stallings\nEducation Center\n\n\n\n3:15-4:00 pm Breakthrough Battlefield Walking Tour\nMeet at Battlefield Center\n\n\n\nVisit with living historians at Tudor Hall from organizations portraying different periods\, including: Clotho Spinning and Weaving Guild; the Hanover Independent Company of 1775; and the Citizens of Old Virginia\, 1855-1865.\n\n\n\nAlso\, be sure to stop in the Battlefield Center and see our newest temporary exhibit\, “We Fight for Our Rights\, Liberty\, Justice and Union\,” which explores the service of the United States Colored Troops during the Civil War.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/independence-day-celebration/
CATEGORIES:artillery,arts & culture,history talks,holiday,living history
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210402T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210402T110000
DTSTAMP:20260422T031246
CREATED:20210301T190822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210316T135915Z
UID:3852-1617354000-1617361200@pamplinpark.org
SUMMARY:Breakthrough Anniversary Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Park historians will lead a tour through the Breakthrough Battle of April 2nd\, 1865 while bringing the conflict and personalities alive for this special experience on the actual battlefield. The tour will begin at the Jones Farm parking area located at 6503 Church Road\, Petersburg 23803. Attendees will follow the route of the Union Army of the Potomac’s VI Corps assault to the Confederate earthworks defended by Brig. Gen. James Lane’s North Carolina Confederates. \nThis program begins at 9:00 a.m. and is included with regular paid Park admission but\, tour reservations and advance payment are required. This tour will last approximately 2 hours and will require roughly 1.5 miles of walking over occasionally uneven terrain. The tour is limited to 45 attendees\, so registration and prepayment is required. Please call (804) 861-2408 to make your reservation and payment. For more information email Tim Talbott\, Director of Education\, Interpretation\, Visitors Services & Collections at ttalbott@pamplinpark.org. \n\n 
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/breakthrough-anniversary-walking-tour-2/
CATEGORIES:artillery,arts & culture,education,history talks,tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200402T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200402T073000
DTSTAMP:20260422T031246
CREATED:20200219T162307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200316T151327Z
UID:3152-1585805400-1585812600@pamplinpark.org
SUMMARY:NPS Petersburg & Pamplin Historical Park Tour
DESCRIPTION:*Due to ongoing concerns about the novel coronavirus (COVID-19)\, Pamplin Historical Park and the National Museum of the Civil War Soldier is cancelling or postponing all events and programs until April 15\, 2020\, based upon the guidance of the CDC regarding “social distancing” and the elimination of large gatherings.  This decision is being made out of an abundance of caution.  It will be impossible to know if we are overreacting or doing too much\, but it will be quite apparent if we underreact or do too little.  Please continue to check our website and social media accounts for additional updates.* \nAs a collaborative effort\, Petersburg National Battlefield and Pamplin Historical Park are excited to offer an early morning guided tour of the Breakthrough Battlefield on Thursday\, April 2\, 2020. The tour will begin at the Jones Farm parking area (near intersection of Hofheimer Way and Church Road) at 5:30 a.m. and follow the route of the Army of the Potomac’s VI Corps assault to the Confederate earthworks defended by Brig. Gen. James Lane’s North Carolina Confederates. \nThis tour starts at 6506 Church Road\, Petersburg\, Virginia 23803 and will last 2 hours and will require roughly 1.5 miles of walking over occasionally uneven terrain. The tour is free and open to the public\, however\, donations for continued preservation efforts are appreciated.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/nps-petersburg-pamplin-historical-park-tour/
CATEGORIES:artillery,arts & culture,education,tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191111T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191111T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T031246
CREATED:20181116T194540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191029T153734Z
UID:2380-1573470000-1573491600@pamplinpark.org
SUMMARY:Veterans Day
DESCRIPTION:As former U.S. President Ronald Reagan stated “We remember those who were called upon to give all a person can give\, and we remember those who were prepared to make that sacrifice if it were demanded of them in the line of duty\, though it never was. Most of all\, we remember the devotion and gallantry with which all of them ennobled their nation as they became champions of a noble cause.” In the spirit of Reagan’s quote\, Pamplin Historical Park staff will offer multiple programs throughout the day\, to include presentations on Medal of Honor recipients\, a comparison of Civil War and U.S. World War II soldiers\, a performance of soldier’s songs from the Civil War and a ceremony with cannon fire salute. \nPark Director of Education\, Tim Talbott will present a talk at 11:15 am on Medal of Honor recipients from the Breakthrough Battle which occurred on April 2\, 1865. The most notable of these was Captain Charles Gould of the U.S. 5th Vermont Infantry Regiment who is credited as being the first man to enter the Confederate held earthworks. \n\nA Veterans Day ceremony will start at noon with a presentation of colors by the Virginia State University ROTC Color Guard followed by a cannon fire salute. Afterwards\, Civil War programming will be joined by a World War II G.I. living-history demonstration where historical comparisons will be made between the soldiers of both wars. Visitors will see that some elements remain the same and many different as General George S. Patton observed in his quote\, “If everyone is thinking alike\, someone isn’t thinking.”\n\n\nFamilies are also invited to join in soldier’s songs at 2:45 pm from the Civil War with a live performance by the Haversacks and Hardtack String Band. Everyone will enjoy traditional songs of home such as “Just Before the Battle Mother” and more lighthearted songs like “Goober Peas.”\n\nAll visitors will have the opportunity to join staff for tours of the Breakthrough Battlefield which on April 2\, 1865\, resulted in the evacuation of both Petersburg and Richmond. A temporary display of World War II artifacts will also be available for viewing in the National Museum of the Civil War Soldier.\n\nAll event activities and programs are included with regular daily paid admission.\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/veterans-day/
LOCATION:Pamplin Historical Park\, 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA\, 23803\, United States
CATEGORIES:artillery,arts & culture,history talks,holiday,living history,Performance
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190704T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190704T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T031246
CREATED:20181116T193056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190703T222714Z
UID:2367-1562230800-1562259600@pamplinpark.org
SUMMARY:Independence Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:As essayist John Burroughs stated “That which distinguishes this day from all others is that then both orators and artillerymen shoot blank cartridges.” In the spirit of Burroughs’ quote\, Pamplin Historical Park staff will offer multiple programs throughout the day\, to include presentations of 1856 Independence Day campaign speeches and a ceremony with a cannon fire salute.\n\nFamilies are invited to participate in 19th century games such as a sack race and 3-legged race among others to be held on the picturesque Tudor Hall lawn. A period baseball game will also be held at the Battlefield Center Field where guests are invited to join in the game. \n\nAll visitors will have the opportunity to join staff for tours of the Breakthrough Battlefield which on April 2\, 1865\, resulted in the evacuation of both Petersburg and Richmond.\n\nCivil War programming will be joined by an American Revolutionary War living-history demonstration where historical comparisons will be made between the soldiers of both wars. Visitors will see that some inspirations remain the same as Ben Franklin observed in his quote\, “Where liberty dwells\, there is my country.”\n\nAll event activities and programs are included with regular daily paid admission.\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule of Events:  \nLoad in Nine Times \nRifle Musket demonstration \n10:00-10:20 am – Demonstration Area \n 1857 Independence Day Campaign Speeches \nLiving History by Gary Helm & Zachary Pittard \n10:45-11:00 am – Tudor Hall Front Porch \nIndependence Day Games \nSack Races\, 3-Legged Races\, etc. \n11:00-11:45 am \nTudor Hall West Yard \nBreakthrough Battlefield Tour \n11:15-12: pm\, 3:30-4:15 pm \nMeet at Battlefield Center \nIndependence Day Celebration \nColor Guard\, Pledge of Allegiance\, Artillery Firing \n12:30-12:45 pm \nFortification Exhibit \nThe Breakthrough Nine \nPeriod Baseball Demonstration \n1:15 – 2:00 pm \nBattlefield Center Field \nThe Revolutionary War & Civil War Soldier:  \nA Historical Comparison \nLiving History by Bill Stallings & Ethan Brown \n2:30-3:20 pm \nEducation Center \n  \nOngoing throughout the day: \nBreakthrough Presentation \nRunning time: 10 minutes – Battlefield Center \nSlavery in America \nPush button – Running time: 20 minutes \nField Quarter \n 
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/independence-day-2/
LOCATION:Pamplin Historical Park\, 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA\, 23803\, United States
CATEGORIES:artillery,arts & culture,holiday,living history,tours
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190526T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190527T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T031246
CREATED:20181116T192515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190508T211041Z
UID:2363-1558861200-1558976400@pamplinpark.org
SUMMARY:25th Park Anniversary Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a celebration to remember what began in 1991 as a historic preservation effort\, which resulted in a phone call and the multi-million dollar Pamplin Historical Park that you see and experience today. \nActivities will be taking place each day. Sunday begins with the opening of the new 25th Anniversary Exhibit featuring artifacts not previously seen by the public. Families will enjoy children’s book readings\, a period baseball game\, a period dance school\, scavenger hunt and crafts. A special time capsule dedication will take place to leave a lasting legacy of the Park to be opened in fifty years. Monday will start with a 25th Anniversary Ceremony at The National Museum of the Civil War Soldier and then transition into a Memorial Day Commemoration to include a wreath laying\, honor guard presentation\, artillery firing and the playing of Taps. Other demonstrations will take place throughout the day. \nActivities are included with regular daily admission with the exception of the craft activity where separate fees apply . \n  \nPamplin Historical Park 25th Anniversary Weekend \nScheduled events \nSunday\, May 26 \n10:00 am – 10:20 am       Opening of PHP 25th Anniversary Exhibit (Battlefield Center) \n10:30 am – 10:50 am       Children’s Book Reading (Battlefield Center Theater – Family Under Fire) \n11:00 am – 11:45 am        Period Baseball Game (Battlefield Center Field) \n12:00 am – 12:45 pm       Time Capsule Deposit (Tudor Hall) \n1:00 pm – 1:45 pm            Breakthrough Battlefield Tour (Preservation Focused) \n1:00 pm – 1:30 pm            Children’s Book Reading (Military Encampment – Pink and Say) \n2:00 pm – 2:45 pm            Jamestown Youth Choir \n3:00 pm – 3:15 pm            Children’s Book Reading (Tudor Hall Front Yard Shade – Henry’s Freedom                                              Box) \n3:30 pm – 4:00 pm            Period Dancing School (Cafe and Banquet Room) \n4:15 – 4:30 pm                  Scavenger Hunt and Photo Contest Winners Announced (Café) \n5:00 – 5:45 pm                  26 North Carolina Brass Band Performance (Indoors – Rotunda – NMCWH) \nOngoing throughout the day: \nScavenger Hunt \nPeriod games at Tudor Hall \nCrafts (pay for play; string buzzers at Tudor Hall\, mini-signal flags at the Military Encampment) \nMonday\, May 27 \n8:30 am – 10:00 am            Members Breakfast RSVP & membership required to attend ($15/person in                                              Banquet Room) \n10:00 am – 10:45 am        25th Anniversary Ceremony (NMCWS) \n11:00 am – 11:45 am         Lay of the Land Walking Tour (Tudor Hall) \n12:30 pm – 1:30 pm           Memorial Day Commemoration \nLecture/Jake Wynn\, Clara Barton’s Missing Soldiers Office\, Washington\, DC  (Education Center) \nfollowed by Honor Guard Presentation\, Artillery Firing\, and Taps (Fortification Exhibit) \n1:45 pm – 2:30 pm             Civil War Bugle Calls & Camp Life Demonstration (Military Encampment) \n3:00 pm – 3:45 pm             Breakthrough Battlefield Tour (Battlefield Center) \n3:00 pm – 3:50 pm             War So Terrible: Civil War Combat Film (Battlefield Center) \n 
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/25th-park-anniversarymemorial-day-commemoration/
LOCATION:Pamplin Historical Park\, 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA\, 23803\, United States
CATEGORIES:artillery,arts & culture,holiday,living history
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190310T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190510T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T031246
CREATED:20190305T171806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190305T203556Z
UID:2546-1552208400-1557507600@pamplinpark.org
SUMMARY:25th Anniversary Photo Contest
DESCRIPTION:Pamplin Historical Park and The National Museum of the Civil War Soldier is launching a “25th Anniversary Photo Contest” to celebrate 25 years of education and preservation. The contest is open to all U.S. residents 18 years of age and above.  This contest provides an opportunity for entrants to capture the natural beauty of the 424-acre park and its historic structures and battlefield. \nOne of the most well know photographers in history\, Mathew Brady once said\, “My greatest aim has been to advance the art of photography and to make it what I think I have\, a great and truthful medium of history.” Now park visitors of all ages have this unique opportunity to capture their own moment in time and enter to win one of two $100 cash prizes. \nThe contest will accept photo submissions from March 10 through May 10\, 2019.  All photographs must have been taken at Pamplin Historical Park during the contest period.  Photographs taken prior to March 10\, 2019 are not eligible to be entered. All photographs taken at Pamplin Historical Park are limited to exterior locations. \nDigital photographs only will be accepted.  Photos can be uploaded electronically (along with a completed entry form) and submitted via email to generalmailbox@pamplinpark.org. Entrants may submit photos in one of two categories: Professional or Non-professional. For the purposes of this contest\, a professional is deemed to mean anyone who receives income from their photography and/or services. Participants may submit up to two (2) photographs in one of two categories: Professional or Non-professional. An entry form is required for each photograph. \nA panel of judges will select the winners. Winning photographs will be based on overall composition and technical skill.  A $100 cash prize will be awarded in both the Professional and Non-professional categories. Additional prizes in each category include Second Prize of a $50 Gift Certificate for use in Pamplin Historical Park’s Civil War Store\, and Third Prize of a $25 Gift Certificate for use in Pamplin Historical Park’s Civil War Store. An Honorable Mention prize of a $10 Gift Certificate for use in Pamplin Historical Park’s Civil War Store may also be awarded in the same two categories at the judges’ discretion.  Entrants may only win one prize. Pamplin Historical Park reserves the right to not award all four prizes. \nComplete downloadable/printable contest rules can be found here. \nThe downloadable/printable contest entry form can be found here.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/25th-anniversary-photo-contest/
LOCATION:Pamplin Historical Park\, 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA\, 23803\, United States
CATEGORIES:artillery,arts & culture,living history
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180704
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180705
DTSTAMP:20260422T031246
CREATED:20161208T182729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180702T161832Z
UID:1398-1530662400-1530748799@pamplinpark.org
SUMMARY:Independence Day
DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday\, July 4th\, come for an Independence Day tribute. See an artillery firing and color guard during a patriotic ceremony. Join us for living history programs and demonstrations by costumed interpreters. See a Civil War era baseball demonstration and see a Revolutionary War presentation by historical interpreters.. \nSee what life was really like for the common Civil War soldier\, or explore what life was really like on an authentic 19th century plantation. \nAll events and activities included with Park admission. \n  \nSchedule \nLoad in Nine Times \nRifle Musket demonstration \n10:00-10:20 am – Demonstration Area \n1857 Independence Day Patriotic Speech \nPeriod Demonstration by Gary Helm \n10:45-11:00 am – Tudor Hall Front Porch \nIndependence Day Games \nSack Races\, 3-Legged Races\, etc. \n11:00-11:45 am \nTudor Hall West Yard \nBreakthrough Battlefield Tour \n11:15-12: pm\, 3:30-4:15 pm \nMeet at Battlefield Center \nIndependence Day Celebration \nColor Guard\, Pledge of Allegiance\, Artillery Firing \n12:30-12:45 pm \nFortification Exhibit \nThe Breakthrough Nine \nPeriod Baseball Demonstration \n1:15 – 2:00 pm \nBattlefield Center Field \nThe Revolutionary War Infantryman and Rifleman \nPeriod Demonstration by Jon Schmidt \n2:30-3:20 pm \nBattlefield Center Field \nOngoing throughout the day: \nBreakthrough Presentation \nRunning time: 10 minutes – Battlefield Center \nSlavery in America \nPush button – Running time: 20 minutes \nField Quarter \n  \n 
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/independence-day/
LOCATION:Pamplin Historical Park\, 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA\, 23803\, United States
CATEGORIES:artillery,history talks,holiday,living history,tours
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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