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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:20241025T063000
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SUMMARY:Voices from the Shadows
DESCRIPTION:Costumed guides portraying “agents of death” will lead participants by candlelight on a spine-chilling tour through the historic park and Breakthrough Battlefield. At each stop\, guests will encounter civilians and soldiers who worked\, fought and died at the historic site or in the local area. These and other ghouls will recount their stories and share some of the more macabre and spirit-filled folklore from the past. \nTours will be accompanied by sights and sounds that heighten the senses while breaking the silence of the night. Based on true figures folklore and stories of the Civil War era\, the naturally haunting atmosphere of Pamplin Historical Park gives visitors a rare opportunity to experience the Park and battlefield after dark. “Words have no power to impress the mind without the exquisite horror of their reality.” – Edgar Allen Poe. This event is offered on Friday\, October 25 and Saturday October 26 at 6:30 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. Space is limited and reservations are required to ensure a spot on the tour. Admission is $17.50 for adults and $7 for children ages 6-12. The minimum recommended age for this nighttime tour is six years old. Flashlights are recommended for all tour participants. Call 804-861-2408 for reservations and directions. \nPurchase your tickets by clicking Eventbrite.com today!
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/voices-from-the-shadows-7/
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,holiday,living history,Performance,tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135938
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SUMMARY:Paranormal Investigation
DESCRIPTION: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 for children under the age of 16. There will be quite a bit a walking involved\, please prepare accordingly. Reserve your tickets early as space is limited! Call 804-861-2408. Check-In will begin at 6PM at Pamplin Historical Park’s Education Center\, 6523 Duncan Road\, Petersburg\, VA 23803. \nPurchase tickets online today at eventbrite.com.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/paranormal-investigation-4/
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,history talks,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230923T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230924T020000
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CREATED:20230801T193343Z
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SUMMARY:Paranormal Investigation
DESCRIPTION: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. \nCome investigate with us on September 23rd at Pamplin Historical Park\, recently featured on Travel Channel’s Portals to Hell. Explore the Breakthrough Battlefield of America’s Civil War where hundreds perished in the battle that ended the Siege of Petersburg on April 2\, 1865; visit the Tudor Hall plantation house built in 1812; and investigate museums with thousands of Civil War artifacts. \nWe do not recommend this event for children under the age of 16. There will be quite a bit a walking involved\, please prepare accordingly. \nReserve your tickets early as space is limited! Buy tickets now at Eventbrite.com or call 804-861-2408. \nCheck-In will begin at 6PM at Pamplin Historical Park’s Education Center\, 6523 Duncan Road\, Petersburg\, VA 23803.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/paranormal-investigation-2/
LOCATION:Pamplin Historical Park\, 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA\, 23803\, United States
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,Performance,tours
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230318T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230319T020000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135938
CREATED:20230203T224438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230203T224438Z
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SUMMARY:Paranormal Investigation
DESCRIPTION: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. \nCome investigate with us on March 18th at Pamplin Historical Park\, previously featured on Travel Channel’s Portals to Hell. Explore the Breakthrough Battlefield of America’s Civil War where hundreds perished in the battle that ended the Siege of Petersburg on April 2\, 1865; visit the Tudor Hall plantation house built in 1812; and investigate museums with thousands of Civil War artifacts\, \nThis event is limited in space. Reserve your tickets early! \nPurchase tickets by clicking here.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/paranormal-investigation/
LOCATION:Pamplin Historical Park\, 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA\, 23803\, United States
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,Performance
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221028T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221029T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135938
CREATED:20220819T202557Z
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SUMMARY:Voices from the Shadows Murder Mystery: Who Killed Sergeant Korper?
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this murder mystery as groups will join a Provost investigator as he questions suspects and follows leads to help you discover\, “Who Killed Sergeant Korper?” There’s one body\, two wounds and six suspects who all have a motive and means to have committed murder. The investigation takes place on the historic grounds of Pamplin Historical Park and the characters and settings are based on real historical persons and locations. \nIt is the evening of October 31\, 1864. Tudor Hall\, the plantation of the Boisseau family has been taken over as the headquarters of Brigadier-General Samuel McGowan’s brigade as part of the fortified defenses around Petersburg\, VA. On guard duty this particular night are members of the 13th South Carolina Regiment\, Company C. The 13th has served in many battles and campaigns to include Gettysburg and the Overland Campaign. To this date\, the regiment has been reduced to 244 men. Company C was recruited from Spartanburg\, SC and only 28 men remain out of the original 100 who enlisted. Morale is low and the company will lose one more man this night. Not due to enemy action but\, from a more sinister cause… closer to home. \nEach night at 7:00 pm and 8:30 pm tours will take place and capacity is limited. Reservations and payment are required at $17.50 for adults and $7.00 for children. \nAll tickets are available online by clicking here. \nYou can also call (804) 861-2408 for more information and to make reservations and payment. \n 
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/voices-from-the-shadows-murder-mystery-who-killed-sergeant-korper/
LOCATION:Pamplin Historical Park\, 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA\, 23803\, United States
CATEGORIES:history talks,living history,Performance
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211111T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211111T153000
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CREATED:20211104T185814Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211029T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211030T203000
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SUMMARY:Voices From the Shadows
DESCRIPTION:Based on true accounts\, these Virginia stories will lead you through a cemetery walk. You will meet spirits of the past\, brought to life for one night to tell their tales of how they perished. The naturally haunting atmosphere of Pamplin Historical Park will enhance your visit to our battlefield after dark. \nCostumed guides portraying “agents of death” will lead participants by candlelight on a spine-chilling tour through the Breakthrough Battlefield. At various stops\, guests will encounter victims of murder\, stabbing\, neglect\, drowning\, and more. These and other ghouls will recount their stories and share some of the details of their sinister past that led them to an early grave. Tours will be accompanied by sights and sounds that heighten the senses while breaking the silence of the night. \nBased on original corner’s reports\, the naturally haunting atmosphere of Pamplin Historical Park gives visitors a rare opportunity to experience the Park and battlefield after dark. \nThis event is offered on Friday\, October 29\, and Saturday\, October 30 at 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Space is limited and reservations are required to ensure a spot on the tour. The lantern-lit walk begins at the Hart Farm\, located at 6915 Duncan Road\, Petersburg\, VA 23803. Admission is $12 for adults and $6 for children ages 6-12. The minimum recommended age for this nighttime tour is six years old. Flashlights are recommended for all tour participants. Call 804-861-2408 for reservations and directions. You can also reserve and purchase your tickets online by clicking the links below. \nFriday\, October 29\, 6:30 pm \nFriday\, October 29\, 8:30 pm \nSaturday\, October 30\, 6:30 pm \nSaturday\, October 30\, 8:30 pm \nThe health and safety of visitors and staff are the first priority. The park is following the governor of Virginia’s Phase III Guidelines. Frequent cleaning and sanitation of high contact surfaces is performed daily. Visitors who are not vaccinated are encouraged to wear face coverings but are not required do so. The social distancing of a physical six feet will be maintained throughout the 424-acre park and building occupancy levels will be closely monitored. \nThank you to our partners at Bank of Southside Virginia for making this event possible.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/voices-from-the-shadows-5/
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,history talks,Performance,tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201023T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201024T203000
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SUMMARY:Voices from the Shadows
DESCRIPTION:Costumed guides portraying “agents of death” will lead participants by candlelight on a spine-chilling tour through the historic park and Breakthrough Battlefield. At various stops\, guests will encounter escapees on the run\, the sounds of battle\, a surgeon performing grisly work in a field hospital and more. These and other ghouls will recount their stories and share some of the more macabre and spirit-filled folklore from the past. Tours will be accompanied by sights and sounds that heighten the senses while breaking the silence of the night. \nBased on folklore and stories of the Civil War era\, the naturally haunting atmosphere of Pamplin Historical Park gives visitors a rare opportunity to experience the Park and battlefield after dark. “All that we see or seem is but a dream within a dream.” – Edgar Allen Poe \nThis event is offered on Friday\, October 23 and Saturday October 24 at 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Space is limited and reservations are required to ensure a spot on the tour. The lantern-lit walk begins at the museum\, located at 6125 Boydton Plank Rd.\, Petersburg\, VA 23803. Admission is $12 for adults and $6 for children ages 6-12. The minimum recommended age for this nighttime tour is six years old. Flashlights are recommended for all tour participants. Call 804-861-2408 for reservations and directions or reserve your experience on www.eventbrite.com. \nThe health and safety of visitors and staff is a first priority. The park is following the governor of Virginia’s Phase III 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.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/voices-from-the-shadows-3/
LOCATION:Pamplin Historical Park\, 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA\, 23803\, United States
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,living history,Performance,tours
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191111T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191111T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135938
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191025T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191026T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135938
CREATED:20181116T194037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191002T160550Z
UID:2376-1572028200-1572121800@pamplinpark.org
SUMMARY:Voices from the Shadows
DESCRIPTION:Costumed guides portraying “agents of death” will lead participants by candlelight on a spine-chilling tour through the historic park and Breakthrough Battlefield. At each stop\, guests will encounter an escaped prisoner on the run\, a guard on picket duty being ambushed\, a surgeon performing grisly work in a field hospital and more. \nThese and other ghouls will recount their stories and share some of the more macabre and spirit-filled folklore from the past.  Tours will be accompanied by sights and sounds that heighten the senses while breaking the silence of the night. \nBased on true figures folklore and stories of the Civil War era\, the naturally haunting atmosphere of Pamplin Historical Park gives visitors a rare opportunity to experience the Park and battlefield after dark. “Words have no power to impress the mind without the exquisite horror of their reality.” – Edgar Allen Poe \nThis event is offered on Friday\, October 25 and Saturday October 26 at 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Space is limited and reservations are required. RSVP on Eventbrite to ensure a spot on the tour. Admission is $12 for adults and $6 for children ages 6-12. The minimum recommended age for this nighttime tour is six years old. Flashlights are recommended for all tour participants. Call 804-861-2408 for reservations and directions.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/voices-from-the-shadows-4/
LOCATION:Pamplin Historical Park\, 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA\, 23803\, United States
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,living history,Performance,tours
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180915T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180915T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135938
CREATED:20180612T155912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180911T171729Z
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SUMMARY:Breakthrough Brew & Wine Fest
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a festival tasting of both beer and wine while enjoying live music and food\, in the picturesque setting of the Park’s Freedom Garden. \nLive music will be performed by Mid-Atlantic bands Rhythm Kings and Joe’s Day Off. \nFood vendors will be available to satisfy hunger\, while craft vendors will offer amazing locally produced merchandise and goods for sale. \nTickets are $25 in advance and you can purchase your tickets online today by clicking Tickets. Tickets will also be available at The Bucket Trade in Old Towne Petersburg\, VA or at the Park’s admission office. \nTickets will also be available after 9/14/18 for $30 and at the gate. Non-tasting tickets are available at the regular admission price and all tickets include admission to the Park and the festival. \nEach ticket includes five beer tastings and five wine tastings\, along with a collectible beer cup and special event wine glass to take home. Additional tastings can be purchased for $5.00 each. Chairs and blankets are welcome but\, no coolers or tents are allowed. \nValid identification is required upon entry for proof of age to consume alcohol. Sponsorship opportunities are now available by clicking Breakthrough Brew & Wine Fest Sponsorship. \nOne of “Virginia’s Best Places to Visit” according to the Travel Channel\, and designated as a National Historic Landmark\, Pamplin Historical Park & The National Museum of the Civil War Soldier is a 424-acre Civil War campus located in Dinwiddie County\, Virginia offering a combination of high-tech museums and hands-on experiences.  The Park has four world-class museums and four antebellum homes. The Park is also the site of The Breakthrough Battlefield of April 2\, 1865 and America’s premiere participatory experience\, Civil War Adventure Camp. \nSpecial thanks to our donors and sponsors for making this festival possible. \nBank of Southside Virginia  \nBEL Network \nBrown Distributing \nColonial Web \nDixie Restaurant \nSwift Creek Mill Theatre \nThe Bucket Trade \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/breakthrough-brew-wine-fest/
LOCATION:Pamplin Historical Park\, 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA\, 23803\, United States
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,beer,festival,food,Performance,wine
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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