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June 2020
Joshua L. Chamberlain: Scholar-Warrior Exhibit
This limited time exhibit explores the life of the Civil War General and former Governor of Maine from birth to his death at age eighty-five. Artifacts, artwork and documents tell Chamberlain's story of his formative years through his rise into today's pop culture. The exhibit opening date of June 18 coincides with the severe wounding of Chamberlain during the Second Battle of Petersburg in 1864. This wound would be the cause of his death fifty years later in 1914 making…
Find out more »August 2020
Petersburg Civil War Round Table at Pamplin
The Petersburg Civil War Roundtable (PCWRT) will meet the first Thursday of each month (except June, July, and August) at Pamplin Historical Park and the National Museum of the Civil War Soldier from 7:00 pm-8:00 pm. Speaker James Broomall will discuss “Private Confederacies: The Emotional Worlds of Southern Men as Citizens and Soldiers”. 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.…
Find out more »Victory Over Japan Living History Event
This living history event commemorates the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II. Guests will have the opportunity to learn from living historians portraying soldiers who fought in the Pacific Theater and about a number of different aspects of a soldier’s life to include weapons, signals and communications, and tactical demonstrations. World 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…
Find out more »Buzz’n & Weav’n Event
Celebrate National Honey Bee Day on August 15, 2020 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily. The Buzz'n & Weav'n event pays homage to beekeepers whose labors insure that we have bees to pollinate crops while also exploring the art of hand spinning natural fibers from animals over the centuries. Honey Bees are the insect responsible for one third of the food that we consume and beekeepers, beekeeping clubs and associations play a vital role in protecting and educating the…
Find out more »September 2020
Petersburg Civil War Round Table at Pamplin
Speaker Peter Carmichael will discuss “The Hicksford Raid”. The Petersburg Civil War Roundtable (PCWRT) will meet the first Thursday of each month (except June, July, and August) 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.
Find out more »October 2020
Petersburg Civil War Round Table at Pamplin
Join speaker Ray Brown, Chief of Interpretation at Manassas National Battlefield, as he presents his presentation on “Soldier Remains at Manassas and Battlefield Archaeology.” The Petersburg Civil War Round Table (PCWRT) will meet the first Thursday of each month (except June, July, and August) at Pamplin Historical Park and the National Museum of the Civil War Soldier from 6:30 pm-7:30 pm. Annual membership is $40.00. Individuals who are already members of Pamplin Historical Park can become members of PCWRT for…
Find out more »Breakthrough Brew & Wine Fest
Join us in the Park's Freedom Garden to enjoy beer, wine, live music and more at our 2nd annual Breakthrough Brew & Wine Fest. The rain date for this event is October 11, 2020. Food and craft vendors will also be present to satisfy any hunger while providing opportunities to purchase locally made products to take home. All tickets include admission to the Park and the festival. Want to be a vendor? Download your application here.
Find out more »24th Annual Civil War Symposium: Winning Big: Lopsided Victories
Join us for our 24th annual Civil War Symposium. This year's program is titled "Winning Big: Lopsided Victories" and is presented by a panel of award winning scholars. Dr. Stewart L. Bennett, Chair & Professor of History Blue Mountain College Battle of Brice’s Crossroads Mr. Gary Ecelbarger Battle of Atlanta Mr. Michael J. McCarthy Battle of Five Forks Mr. James A. Ogden, III Battle of Missionary Ridge Dr. George C. Rable, Professor Emeritus University of Alabama Battle of Fredericksburg &…
Find out more »Voices from the Shadows
Join us for a Halloween themed event Voices from the Shadows. Additional Details TBA Based on true figures and stories of the Civil War era, the naturally haunting atmosphere of Pamplin Historical Park gives visitors a rare opportunity to experience emotional stories of those who came before us. “Words have no power to impress the mind without the exquisite horror of their reality.” – Edgar Allen Poe This event is offered from Friday, October 23 to Saturday, October 24 and tours…
Find out more »November 2020
Petersburg Civil War Round Table at Pamplin
Join speaker Ronald Coddington of Military Images for his presentation “Faces of Civil War Nurses.” The Petersburg Civil War Roundtable (PCWRT) will meet the first Thursday of each month (except June, July, and August) at Pamplin Historical Park and the National Museum of the Civil War Soldier from 6:30 pm-7:30 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)…
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