history talks
Independence Celebration
Join us for an Independence Celebration as Pamplin Historical Park will offer multiple activities and programs throughout the day. Families will enjoy the chance to meet and hear a presentation... Read more »
World War II in the Pacific Weekend
This living history event brings to life the experiences of fighting in the Pacific Theater and the home front during World War II. Guests will have the chance to learn... Read more »
Roundtable: Civil War in Cinema
Join speaker Dr. Brian Steel Wills as he shares the story of "Civil War in Cinema." Ken Burns once said that the impression made on the American psyche by the... Read more »
Paranormal Investigation
Join Commonwealth Researchers of the Paranormal (C.R.O.P.) for an exclusive investigation of Pamplin Historical Park and the National Museum of the Civil War Soldier. We do not recommend this event... Read more »
Roundtable: Relics Reunited and the Story of LTC Richard S. Thompson
Join speaker Kenny Bage as he shares “Relics Reunited: The Story of LTC Richard S. Thompson.” The Petersburg Civil War Roundtable (PCWRT) will meet the first Thursday of each month... Read more »
Symposium Special Tour: 1864 Wilson-Kautz Raid
This special guided tour will visit sites from the Wilson-Kautz Raid with Director of Education & Interpretation, Zachary Pittard. Park members pay $129 per person and non-members pay $139 per... Read more »
27th Annual Civil War Symposium
A number of irregular operations took place during the American Civil War incorporating acts of sabotage, ambushes or raids and any number of special reconnaissance missions. These activities were not... Read more »
Roundtable: Exploring the Life and Letters of Col. Prescott, 32nd Mass. Regiment
Join Dr. Sean Heuvel who will present on November 7, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. to the Petersburg Civil War Roundtable. Dr. Heuvel will share the "Prescott Revisited: Exploring the Life... Read more »
Veterans Day Celebration Weekend
Join Pamplin Historical Park as we offer multiple programs throughout the weekend, to include a Lunch and Learn on Friday, World War I living-history, demonstrations, displays, presentations, wargames and Pamplin... Read more »
Roundtable: Battle of Dranesville
Join Mr. Ryan Quint who will present on December 5, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. to the Petersburg Civil War Roundtable. Mr. Quint will share the "The Battle of Dranesville." After... Read more »
