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SUMMARY:Roundtable: The Army of the Potomac on the Overland & Petersburg Campaigns
DESCRIPTION:Join speaker Steven Sodergren as he shares the story of “The Army of the Potomac in the Overland and Petersburg Campaigns.” \nThe final year of the Civil War found the Army of the Potomac endured months of brutal trench warfare and fighting against their Confederate adversaries. Sondergren will explore the Overland and Petersburg Campaigns where the morale of the soldiers was tested as attrition and the new grim realities of a lengthy campaign set in. \nSteven E. Sodergren is a professor and Chair of the Department of History and Political Science at Norwich University located in Norwich\, Vermont. Sodergren earned his B.A. in history and philosophy from Cornell College followed by an M.A. and PhD in American and military history from the University of Kansas. Since 2007\, he has taught in the history and political science department at Norwich University. He is the resident Civil War scholar and regularly leads students on staff rides to famous Civil War battlefields. In 2018\, Sodergren was the first author associated with Norwich University to win the prestigious Colby Award. \nColby Award recipients receive a $5\,000 author honorarium provided through the generosity of the Chicago-based Pritzker Military Foundation. Named for the late ambassador and former CIA director William E. Colby\, the Colby Award recognizes a first solo work of fiction or non-fiction that has made a significant contribution to the public’s understanding of intelligence operations\, military history or international affairs. The William E. Colby Award began at Norwich University in 1999. \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-the-army-of-the-potomac-on-the-overland-petersburg-campaigns/
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,education,history talks,literature
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211015T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211017T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T205519
CREATED:20210113T211926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210507T212405Z
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SUMMARY:25th Anniversary Civil War Symposium: The Magnificent 7
DESCRIPTION:Park Members pay $315 per person and non-members pay $349. The price includes all\nlectures\, the Friday night reception\, two mid-morning coffee breaks\, two lunches\, and\nthe Saturday night banquet. Space is limited and reservations are required. A letter of\nconfirmation will be sent to registrants. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers & Topics Include: \n\nDr. Peter S. Carmichael\, Director\, Civil War Institute\nGettysburg College\n“Silencing War Crimes: The 1864 Hicksford Raid”\n\nMr. John Coski\, American Civil War Museum\n“Hunter Davidson\, U.S.N.\, C.S.N.\, etc.\, etc.\, and the Perils and Promise of Confederate Biography”\n\nMr. A. Wilson Greene\, Historian/Author\n“We Have Done All that is Possible and Must Be Resigned: The First Petersburg Offensive”\n\nDr. Craig Symonds\, Professor Emeritis\,\nU.S. Naval Academy\n“The Elements of Naval Leadership in Two Wars: David Glasgow Farragut and Chester Nimitz”\n\nMr. Noah Andre Trudeau\, Historian/Author\n“Robert E. Lee’s Appomattox Campaign: An Alternate History”\n\nDr. Susannah J. Ural\, University of Southern Mississippi\n“Unionism vs. Dissent: The Uneasy Homefront in Civil War Mississippi”\n\nDr. Brian Steel Wills\, Kennesaw State University\n“George Thomas: The Man Beneath the Rock” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick here to download a printable registration form. \nThe health and safety of visitors and staff is a first priority. The park is following the governor of Virginia’s guidelines. Frequent cleaning and sanitation of high contact surfaces is performed daily. Staff members wear face coverings and visitors are encouraged to do so as well. Social distancing of a physical six feet will be maintained throughout the 424-acre park and building occupancy levels will be closely monitored. Hand sanitizer is available at locations throughout the park.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/25th-anniversary-civil-war-symposium-the-magnificent-7/
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,education,history talks,literature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210921T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210921T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T205519
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SUMMARY:Fall Homeschool Day
DESCRIPTION:Pamplin Historical Park is offering its annual Fall Homeschool Day on Tuesday\, September 21\, 2021\, from 10:00am to 2:00 pm. Students will be led by an experienced park educator through three of our programs: “Why They Fought\,” an interactive program which gives students a better understanding about why the nation divided and came to war; “Civil War Battles\,” which examines the changes in strategy and tactics of battles as the conflict wore on\, with an examination of the April 2\, 1865 Petersburg Breakthrough Battle that occurred on our site; and a visit through the National Museum of the Civil War Soldier. \nThis is a rain or shine event. We suggest wearing comfortable walking shoes\, bringing a “brown bag” lunch\, and a water bottle. We request that family groups pre-register and pre-pay by calling 804-861-2408. \n\nStandard student group pricing ($11 adults\, $9.50 students\, free for ages 6 and under) \n 
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/fall-homeschool-day/
LOCATION:Pamplin Historical Park\, 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA\, 23803\, United States
CATEGORIES:education
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210701T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210701T200000
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SUMMARY:Roundtable: Confederate Supply & Logistics
DESCRIPTION:Speaker Zachary Pittard will discuss “Considering What Has Been Said of Their Condition:’ Confederate Supply and Logistics.” \nCivil War armies were no different than any other army at any time in history. When it comes to supplies and logistics\, soldiers need to be clothed\, fed\, housed and horses and mules need to be acquired\, cared for and trained. All of these various materials and animals also need to be transported to where the troops are whether it’s in the field on campaign or in a camp. This can mean having to navigate waterways to a port\, roll along dusty trails in wagons or riding the rails by train. \nPittard will address some of the unique challenges that faced the Confederate forces. Unlike their Union adversaries\, many southern ports were blockaded. This restricted trade and incoming supplies to be brought in from overseas. Long supply lines often meant delays and threats from Union raiders who would attack the wagon convoys or destroy rails. Pittard will also explore the myth of the ragged rebel and other public perceptions that contrast folklore with reality. \nMr. Zachary Pittard received his B.A. in History from Longwood University and his studies focus on 19th Century American History\, Virginia History from Colonization to the Civil Rights Era. He is a former educator and ranger with Virginia State Parks at Sailor’s Creek Battlefield. He is currently employed as an interpretive ranger at Pamplin Historical Park while pursuing his master’s degree at Virginia Commonwealth University. \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.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/roundtable-confederate-supply-logistics/
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,education,history talks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210407T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210407T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T205519
CREATED:20210309T222949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210309T223128Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Homeschool Day
DESCRIPTION:Students will be led by an experienced park educator through three of our programs: “Soldier Life\,” which gives hands-on opportunities to understand the challenges faced by Union and Confederate soldiers; “Plantation Life\,” which discusses the lives of people in the antebellum South; and a visit through the National Museum of the Civil War Soldier. \nWe ask that participating families or groups pre-register by calling 804-861-2408 to reserve their spots and pay in advance. We are limiting this learning opportunity to 35 total parents and students to help better accommodate social distancing. We ask that participants wear a face mask while indoors. The event will be held rain or shine. \n\nStandard student group pricing ($11 adults\, $9.50 students\, free for ages 6 and under)
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/spring-homeschool-day/
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210403T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210403T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T205519
CREATED:20210113T210848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210301T190000Z
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SUMMARY:Breakthrough Battle Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we remember the 156th Anniversary of the Breakthrough Battle which ended the Petersburg Campaign and forced the Confederate withdrawal from Richmond. The Park hosts a schedule of activities and programs for walk-in visitors. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, April 3\, 2021 \n10:30 – 11:00 am “Load in Nine Times” firing demonstration at the Museum \n11:15 – 11:45 am Infantry drill and firing demonstrations at the Fortification exhibit \n12:00 – 1:00 pm The Breakthrough at the Hart Farm Walking Tour with Jerry Desmond \n1:15 – 1:45 pm “Defend the Works” combined arms demonstration at the Fortification Exhibit \n2:00 – 2:45 pm Civil War Music Selections by Tredegar Brass at Fortification exhibit \n3:00 – 3:30 pm Infantry drill and firing demonstrations at the Fortification exhibit \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe health and safety of visitors and staff is a first priority. The park is following the governor of Virginia’s guidelines. Frequent cleaning and sanitation of high contact surfaces is performed daily. Staff members wear face coverings and visitors are encouraged to do so as well. Social distancing of a physical six feet will be maintained throughout the 424-acre park and building occupancy levels will be closely monitored. Hand sanitizer is available at locations throughout the park.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/breakthrough-battle-anniversary-weekend/
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,education,history talks,living history
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210403T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210403T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T205519
CREATED:20181116T190754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210323T182358Z
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SUMMARY:Breakthrough Battle Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we remember the 156th Anniversary of the Breakthrough Battle which ended the Petersburg Campaign and forced the Confederate withdrawal from Richmond. The Park hosts a schedule of activities and programs for walk-in visitors. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, April 3\, 2021 \n10:30 – 11:00 am “Load in Nine Times” firing demonstration at the Museum \n11:15 – 11:45 am Infantry drill and firing demonstrations at the Fortification exhibit \n12:00 – 1:00 pm The Breakthrough at the Hart Farm Walking Tour with Jerry Desmond \n1:15 – 1:45 pm “Defend the Works” combined arms demonstration at the Fortification Exhibit \n2:00 – 2:45 pm Civil War Music Selections by Tredegar Brass at Fortification exhibit \n3:00 – 3:30 pm Infantry drill and firing demonstrations at the Fortification exhibit \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe health and safety of visitors and staff is a first priority. The park is following the governor of Virginia’s guidelines. Frequent cleaning and sanitation of high contact surfaces is performed daily. Staff members wear face coverings and visitors are encouraged to do so as well. Social distancing of a physical six feet will be maintained throughout the 424-acre park and building occupancy levels will be closely monitored. Hand sanitizer is available at locations throughout the park.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/breakthrough-battle-anniversary-2/
LOCATION:Pamplin Historical Park\, 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA\, 23803\, United States
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,education,history talks,living history,tours
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210402T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210402T110000
DTSTAMP:20260422T205519
CREATED:20210301T190822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210316T135915Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210204T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210204T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T205519
CREATED:20210112T212449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210202T201649Z
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SUMMARY:Roundtable: Forged in Battle - The Civil War Alliance of Black Soldiers & White Officers
DESCRIPTION:Speaker Joseph Glatthaar will discuss “Forged in Battle: The Civil War Alliance of Black Soldiers and White Officers”. \nJust sixteen months after the Civil War began\, the Federal government started to recruit black soldiers. This provided a unique opportunity for the 180\,000 free blacks and former slaves to join the fight as United States Colored Troops. At wars’ end\, 37\,000 USCT would fill the ranks in their fight for freedom.\n\nDr. Joseph T. Glatthaar is the current Stephenson Distinguished Professor at the University of North Carolina and the Adjunct Professor of the Curriculum in Peace\, War and Defense. Glatthaar specializes in the American Civil War and American military history on the under graduate and graduate levels. He is the author of seven books to include Forged in Battle: The Civil War Alliance of Black Soldiers and White Officers.\n\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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Presently PCWRT meetings are limited to 25 total people. Those that wish to attend need to reserve a seat on a first come first serve basis. You may do so by emailing Tim Talbott at ttalbott@pamplinpark.org. A confirmation reply will be sent confirming your attendance or letting you know that you are on the wait list if we end up going over the 25 person threshold.”
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/forged-in-battle-the-civil-war-alliance-of-black-soldiers-white-officers/
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,education,history talks,literature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201104T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201104T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T205519
CREATED:20200212T235451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201021T203553Z
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special Homeschool field trip program designed especially for homeschool families and associations. Homeschool tours at Pamplin Historical Park include educational programs that use fun\, participatory learning techniques to teach historical lessons about life in the nineteenth century. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEach Homeschool tour includes a visit to the award-winning exhibit “Duty Called Me Here” and two hands-on programs\, “Civil War Battles\, and “The Civil War: Why They Fought\,” led by Pamplin Historical Park Educators. These programs are individually designed for children from third to twelfth grade. \n“Duty Called Me Here” brings visitors face-to-face with the experiences of the nearly three million Americans who became soldiers during the Civil War. Personal audio players enable students to follow the true story of a “soldier comrade.” In “Civil War Battles\,” students will learn the importance of geography and how fighting methods changed from its battles early in the war to the Breakthrough Battle where Pamplin Park is located today. In “The Civil War: Why They Fought\,” students will learn about the controversies and compromises that divided the United States before the Civil War by using maps and bar graphs and see how those decisions ultimately impacted people in the North and South. \nTour times are from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Tours cost $9.50 for children grades K-12 and $11.00 for adults. Reservations and a non-refundable prepayment by credit card or check are required. For reservations\, contact a Park Reservation Specialist at 804-861-2408 or email groups@pamplinpark.org.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/homeschool-day/
LOCATION:Pamplin Historical Park\, 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA\, 23803\, United States
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,education
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201006T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201006T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T205519
CREATED:20200902T212520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200902T212520Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Home School Day
DESCRIPTION:Students will be led through three of the Park’s established education programs: “The Civil War- Why They Fought\,” which helps explain why the nation came to war with itself; “Civil War Battles\,” which explains the evolution of Civil War combat and the importance of geography; and “Duty Called Me Here\,” which interactively explores the National Museum of the Civil War Soldier. \nWe ask that participating families or groups pre-register by calling 804-861-2408 to reserve their spots. We are limiting this learning opportunity to 35 total parents and students to help better accommodate social distancing. We ask that participants wear a face mask while indoors. Bring a brown-bag lunch.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/fall-home-school-day-2/
CATEGORIES:education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200618T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201130T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T205519
CREATED:20200522T213209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200608T181536Z
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SUMMARY:Joshua L. Chamberlain: Scholar-Warrior Exhibit
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe 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 him the last Civil War veteran to die of his wounds. \nJoshua L. Chamberlain was born in Brewer\, Maine as the oldest of five children. His parents wanted him to become a clergyman or join the military. Chamberlain instead sought academic pursuits and attended Bowdoin College in Brunswick\, Maine where he studied Ancient Greek and Latin\, graduating in 1852. Three years later he returned to Bowdoin as a professor of rhetoric and soon made use of his fluency in nine languages by being appointed Professor of Modern Languages in 1861. \nChamberlain left his teaching pursuits after the Civil War began and was appointed lieutenant colonel the famous 20th Maine Volunteer Infantry Regiment. His younger brother Thomas Chamberlain would also serve as an officer in the same regiment. Joshua Chamberlain’s actions at Gettysburg would later result in being awarded the Medal of Honor. There he saved the Union left flank at Little Round Top with a bayonet charge made famous by the book Killer Angels and the 1993 movie Gettysburg where he is portrayed by actor Jeff Daniels. This would also be the cause of Chamberlain rising into the nationally known pop culture of today. \nHe received two minor wounds at Gettysburg prior to his severe wounding at the Second Battle of Petersburg on June 18\, 1864 which led Lt. General Ulysses S. Grant to promote Chamberlain to brigadier general. Once recovered\, he returned to duty in the spring of 1865 for the Battle of Lewis’s Farm where Chamberlain was nearly captured and wounded again. He survived and went on to preside over the parade of the Confederate forces at Appomattox Court House on April 12\, 1865. \nChamberlain’s post-war life saw him return to Maine on a tide of popularity and serving four one-year terms as Governor. He also returned to Bowdoin College now as it’s president until retiring from ill health. There were additional pursuits in law and business but\, his old wound from Petersburg plagued him for the remainder of his life. Six surgeries failed to ease his condition and Chamberlain died in Portland\, Maine in 1914. One of the same two surgeons who fifty years earlier\, had tended to his wounds at Petersburg was by his side. \nThe special exhibit runs through November 29\, 2020 and is included with regular daily admission during normal operating hours.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/joshua-l-chamberlain-scholar-warrior-exhibit/
LOCATION:Pamplin Historical Park\, 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA\, 23803\, United States
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,education
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200402T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200402T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T205519
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SUMMARY:Breakthrough Walking 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 under react or do too little.  Please continue to check our website and social media accounts for additional updates.* \nJoin Park historians as they tour 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 historic Hart Farm which survived the battle and has been restored to its wartime appearance. \nAfter a brief overview of the Overland and Petersburg Campaigns\, guests will then embark on a tour of the battlefield to explore the original terrain features while incorporating the history that unfolded on this National Landmark site resulting in the collapse of Petersburg defenses and the withdrawal of Confederate forces from Richmond. Seven days later after a running fight out to Appomattox Courthouse\, the war would be over on April 9\, 1865. \nPristine earthworks\, rifle pits\, artillery redans and the picturesque Large and Small Meadows are included in this walking tour. Space on this tour is limited. Please call (804) 861-2408 for more information and to make your reservation or email Tim Talbott\, Director of Education\, Interpretation\, Visitor Services & Collections at ttalbott@pamplinpark.org. \nThis program is included with regular paid Park admission but\, tour reservations are required.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/breakthrough-walking-tour/
LOCATION:Pamplin Historical Park\, 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA\, 23803\, United States
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,education,history talks,tours
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200402T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200402T073000
DTSTAMP:20260422T205519
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200208T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200208T153000
DTSTAMP:20260422T205519
CREATED:20190807T204959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191211T194740Z
UID:2718-1581170400-1581175800@pamplinpark.org
SUMMARY:Valentine Tea
DESCRIPTION:At Pamplin Historical Park’s Valentine Tea ladies and gentlemen in period dress will teach guests 19th-century etiquette while they enjoy gourmet tea and snacks. Hear about famous love stories of 19th century couples where love was for better or worse! (Jefferson Davis + Sarah Knox Taylor\, Jenny Wade + Jack Skelly\, Queen Victoria and Prince Albert\, etc). Due to the popularity of this program\, reservations and prepayment are required. RSVP by February 7th. Park Members $20\, Non-Park Members $24
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/valentine-tea-3/
LOCATION:Pamplin Historical Park\, 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA\, 23803\, United States
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,education,holiday,living history,tea
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200201T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200201T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T205519
CREATED:20200108T181151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200108T181151Z
UID:3122-1580551200-1580565600@pamplinpark.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Open Houses
DESCRIPTION:We offer fun volunteer opportunities to help preserve history\, and promote education! As President John F. Kennedy said\, “Every person can make a difference\, and every person should try.” Park staff will share information on volunteer opportunities at the Park and hold on-site interviews on Thursday\, January 23 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.\, Tuesday\, January. 28 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.\, Saturday\, February 1 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at The National Museum of the Civil War Soldier\, located at 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA 23803. \nThese volunteer recruitment open houses are held in preparation for the busy spring field trip and travel season. Volunteers are vital in assisting Park staff with visitor needs\, especially during the busy school season. \nVolunteers may assist in a variety of areas that focus on the Park’s goal to help preserve history and promote education. Volunteers from all walks of life are welcome to attend: mature teenagers who want to expand their life experience\, retirees who have time to do something they have always wanted to do\, unemployed citizens who want to keep their skills sharp\, and college students who want to give back to the community. \nThe question of why to volunteer is best summed up by former U.S. President George H. W. Bush’s statement\, “We can find meaning and reward by serving some higher purpose than ourselves\, a shining purpose\, the illumination of a thousand points of light.” \nFor more information contact Christine Wuebker\, Sr. Education\, Interpretation and Volunteer Specialist\, at 804-861-2408 or email cwuebker@pamplinpark.org.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/volunteer-open-houses-3/
LOCATION:Pamplin Historical Park\, 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA\, 23803\, United States
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,education,history talks,living history,tours
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200128T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200128T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T205519
CREATED:20200108T180742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200108T180742Z
UID:3118-1580202000-1580216400@pamplinpark.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Open Houses
DESCRIPTION:We offer fun volunteer opportunities to help preserve history\, and promote education! As President John F. Kennedy said\, “Every person can make a difference\, and every person should try.” Park staff will share information on volunteer opportunities at the Park and hold on-site interviews on Thursday\, January 23 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.\, Tuesday\, January. 28 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.\, Saturday\, February 1 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at The National Museum of the Civil War Soldier\, located at 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA 23803. \nThese volunteer recruitment open houses are held in preparation for the busy spring field trip and travel season. Volunteers are vital in assisting Park staff with visitor needs\, especially during the busy school season. \nVolunteers may assist in a variety of areas that focus on the Park’s goal to help preserve history and promote education. Volunteers from all walks of life are welcome to attend: mature teenagers who want to expand their life experience\, retirees who have time to do something they have always wanted to do\, unemployed citizens who want to keep their skills sharp\, and college students who want to give back to the community. \nThe question of why to volunteer is best summed up by former U.S. President George H. W. Bush’s statement\, “We can find meaning and reward by serving some higher purpose than ourselves\, a shining purpose\, the illumination of a thousand points of light.” \nFor more information contact Christine Wuebker\, Sr. Education\, Interpretation and Volunteer Specialist\, at 804-861-2408 or email cwuebker@pamplinpark.org.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/volunteer-open-houses-2/
LOCATION:Pamplin Historical Park\, 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA\, 23803\, United States
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,education,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:20200123T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200123T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T205519
CREATED:20200108T180324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200108T180324Z
UID:3113-1579784400-1579795200@pamplinpark.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Open Houses
DESCRIPTION:We offer fun volunteer opportunities to help preserve history\, and promote education! As President John F. Kennedy said\, “Every person can make a difference\, and every person should try.” Park staff will share information on volunteer opportunities at the Park and hold on-site interviews on Thursday\, January 23 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.\, Tuesday\, January. 28 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.\, Saturday\, February 1 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at The National Museum of the Civil War Soldier\, located at 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA 23803. \nThese volunteer recruitment open houses are held in preparation for the busy spring field trip and travel season. Volunteers are vital in assisting Park staff with visitor needs\, especially during the busy school season. \nVolunteers may assist in a variety of areas that focus on the Park’s goal to help preserve history and promote education. Volunteers from all walks of life are welcome to attend: mature teenagers who want to expand their life experience\, retirees who have time to do something they have always wanted to do\, unemployed citizens who want to keep their skills sharp\, and college students who want to give back to the community. \nThe question of why to volunteer is best summed up by former U.S. President George H. W. Bush’s statement\, “We can find meaning and reward by serving some higher purpose than ourselves\, a shining purpose\, the illumination of a thousand points of light.” \nlunteerFor more information contact Christine Wuebker\, Sr. Education\, Interpretation and Volunteer Specialist\, at 804-861-2408 or email cwuebker@pamplinpark.org.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/volunteer-open-houses/
LOCATION:Pamplin Historical Park\, 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA\, 23803\, United States
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,education,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:20200102T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200102T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T205519
CREATED:20190807T203620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191211T194419Z
UID:2713-1577991600-1577995200@pamplinpark.org
SUMMARY:Petersburg Civil War Round Table at Pamplin
DESCRIPTION:Speakers William Waldrop and Mike Nusbaum will discuss “The CSS Richmond”. 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.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/petersburg-civil-war-round-table-pamplin-9/
LOCATION:Pamplin Historical Park\, 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA\, 23803\, United States
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,education,history talks,literature
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191203T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191203T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T205519
CREATED:20191119T203210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191120T190008Z
UID:2890-1575363600-1575392400@pamplinpark.org
SUMMARY:Educate for the Future on #GIVINGTUESDAY
DESCRIPTION:Join Pamplin Historical Park this December 3\, 2019 for #GivingTuesday as we celebrate by accepting donations to support the A. Wilson Greene Scholarship Fund which provides funding for schools struggling with field trip transportation costs. Help us reach our goal of $10\,000 to help fund the cost of motor coach rentals for under-funded schools. \n#GivingTuesday is a global day of giving that harnesses the collective power of individuals\, communities and organizations to encourage philanthropy and to celebrate generosity worldwide. Following Thanksgiving and the widely recognized shopping events Black Friday and Cyber Monday\, this year’s #GivingTuesday will take place on December 3rd and will kick off the giving season by inspiring people to collaborate and give back. \nThe A. Wilson Greene Scholarship Fund (AWGSF) is a grant program that assists schools and other tour groups with financial support for transportation costs to attend field trips at Pamplin Historical Park. Pamplin Historical Park is aware that student groups are often prevented from scheduling field trips due to the cost of providing transportation. The AWGSF is designed to help defray the cost of transportation so that more students and other tour groups are able to experience the extraordinary programming offered at Pamplin Historical Park. \nFounded in 2012 by the 92nd Street Y – a community and cultural center in New York City − #GivingTuesday inspired millions of people to give back and support the causes they believe in. Over $300 million was raised online to benefit a tremendously broad range of organizations\, and much more was given in volunteer hours\, donations of food and clothing\, and acts of kindness. \nShare the past and strengthen communities today by joining Pamplin Historical Park’s #GivingTuesday initiative and visit Donate Now or call (804) 861-2408 now.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/educate-future-givingtuesday/
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,education
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