Tea & Tidings
Pamplin Historical Park 6125 Boydton Plank Road, Petersburg, VA, United StatesTravel back to the Victorian era, when many of our Christmas traditions first made their appearance in everyday society. The first Christmas card, the first Christmas crackers, the first Christmas tree, all of the items we take for granted came about during the 19th century. While you enjoy unlimited refills in your tea cup, and... Read more »
Christmas Celebration
Pamplin Historical Park 6125 Boydton Plank Road, Petersburg, VA, United StatesJoin us as we celebrate the holidays with living historians from the American Revolution and Civil War who will will share; soldier's life, holiday traditions and demonstrate weapons. The Harken Back String Band will perform a selection of holiday music for all to enjoy. Make and take home craft activities along book readings and a... Read more »
Roundtable: Charge of the 1st Maine Heavy Artillery
Join speaker Dr. David Urquia as he discusses the "Charge of the 1st Maine Heavy Artillery." The 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... Read more »
Roundtable: Explosion at City Point
Join speaker Kenny Bage as he shares the "The Explosion at City Point." City Point was founded as a town in 1613 and incorporated as a town in 1826 and is located in the modern day City of Hopewell at the confluence of the James and Appomattox Rivers. The site served as the location of... Read more »
Valentine Tea
Pamplin Historical Park 6125 Boydton Plank Road, Petersburg, VA, United StatesJoin Pamplin Historical Park’s Valentine Tea where park staff are attired in mid- 1800s, clothing and will present a themed program. Due to the popularity of this program, reservations and prepayment are required. Symbols for love and romance have been around for thousands of years, we have the ancient Greeks and Romans to thank for... Read more »
Membership Gala
Pamplin Historical Park 6125 Boydton Plank Road, Petersburg, VA, United StatesPamplin Historical Park & The National Museum of the Civil War Soldier is hosting its 5th Annual Membership Gala. Park members are invited to RSVP by February 17, 2023 and the general public wishing to attend can purchase a Park membership starting at $45.00 any time prior to the event or at the door. The... Read more »
Roundtable: An Artist Talk, Painting the Civil War
Speaker Henry Kidd will discuss, “An Artist Talk, Painting the Civil War.” Henry 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... Read more »
Paranormal Investigation
Pamplin Historical Park 6125 Boydton Plank Road, Petersburg, VA, United StatesJoin 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. Come 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... Read more »
Medal of Honor Day
Pamplin Historical Park 6125 Boydton Plank Road, Petersburg, VA, United StatesThe celebration will begin with a documentary film, which will explain the origins of the Medal of Honor, and it's inception during the American Civil War. Guest speaker Eury J. Cantillo is the Curator of Science and Technology at the U.S. Army Ordnance TSF at Fort Lee, Virginia and at 1:00 p.m. he will offer visitors... Read more »
Breakthrough Battle Anniversary
Pamplin Historical Park 6125 Boydton Plank Road, Petersburg, VA, United StatesJoin us as we remember the 158th Anniversary of the Breakthrough Battle which ended the Petersburg Campaign and forced the Confederate withdrawal from Richmond. The 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.... Read more »
