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SUMMARY:Roundtable: The Tale of Two Brothers
DESCRIPTION:Join speaker Emmanuel Dabney as he shares the story of ” A Tale of Two Brothers: James and Robert Roantree’s Civil War Experiences.” 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 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 or visit https://petersburgcwrt.com.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/roundtable-the-tale-of-two-brothers/
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,education,history talks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240104T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240104T200000
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SUMMARY:Roundtable: "Moments of Contingency in the Rise of Grant"
DESCRIPTION:Join speaker Dr. Chris Mackowski who will present on January 4\, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. to the Petersburg Civil War Roundtable. Dr. Mackowski will share “Moments of Contingency in the Rise of Grant.” \nUlysses S. Grant is a central figure from the American Civil War. A native of Ohio\, Grant answered the call to serve and finished the war as a lieutenant general in command of the U.S. Army. A mere four years later he would be elected to the presidency of the United States. In both his military and political career\, Grant was battered by enemies and his reputation suffered. One of his crowning achievements was his personal memoirs. It’s still in print today and has been studied by scholars and continues to shape his legacy. Mackowski will discuss this complex figure in both public and personal life\, offering fresh perspectives on his military career and presidency along with exploring personal topics as well. \nChris Mackowski\, Ph.D.\, is the editor-in-chief and co-founder of Emerging Civil War and the series editor of the award-winning Emerging Civil War Series\, published by Savas Beatie. Chris is a writing professor in the Jandoli School of Communication at St. Bonaventure University in Allegany\, NY\, where he also serves as associate dean for undergraduate programs. He has worked as a historian for the National Park Service at Fredericksburg & Spotsylvania National Military Park\, where he gives tours at four major Civil War battlefields. \nMackowski has authored or co-authored nearly two dozen books and edited a half-dozen essay collections on the Civil War\, and his articles have appeared in all the major Civil War magazines. Mackowski serves as vice president on the board of directors for the Central Virginia Battlefields Trust\, he serves on the advisory board of the Civil War Roundtable Congress and the Brunswick (NC) Civil War Roundtable—the largest in the country. He is also a member of the Antietam Institute and the U. S. Grant Homestead Association. In 2023\, he was honored with the Houston Civil War Round Table’s Frank Vandiver Award and also selected as the Copie Hill Fellow at the American Battlefield Trust. \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-moments-of-contingency-in-the-rise-of-grant/
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,education,history talks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240102T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240102T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021606
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SUMMARY:Roundtable: "A Tale of Two Brothers: James and Robert Roantree's Civil War Experiences."
DESCRIPTION:Join speaker Emmanuel Dabney as he shares the story of ” A Tale of Two Brothers: James and Robert Roantree’s Civil War Experiences.” \nJames Roantree\, first served in the 157th New York Infantry with his brother\, Robert. After a disastrous day at Gettysburg on July 1\, 1863\, in which James was wounded\, he would later recuperate in Philadelphia. Dabney will explore the lives and adventures of these two brothers who fought in the American Civil War. \nDabney works for the National Park Service as museum curator at Petersburg National Battlefield and traces his fascination with Civil War history to fourth grade and growing up in Dinwiddie County\, Virginia. \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-a-tale-of-two-brothers-james-and-robert-roantrees-civil-war-experiences/
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,education,history talks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231209T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231218T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021606
CREATED:20231130T222533Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Visitors will have the opportunity to experience Christmas through living historians from the Civil War. These soldiers will share; soldier’s life\, holiday traditions through the ages and demonstrate weapons. \nCraft activities will be followed by the highlight of every Christmas event being the arrival of Santa. Children and families will have the opportunity to visit with Santa and also hear a reading of “Twas the Night before Christmas.” \nAll of these activities are included with regular daily paid admission. \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. For more information\, please call 804-861-2408 or visit www.pamplinpark.org.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/christmas-celebration-2/
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,holiday,living history
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231207T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231207T200000
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SUMMARY:Roundtable: Fate at Petersburg" The Story of Col. G. L. Prescott\, 32nd Mass."
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Sean Heuvel who will present on December 7\, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. to the Petersburg Civil War Roundtable. Dr. Heuvel will share the “‘Fate at Petersburg: The Story of Colonel George L. Prescott\, 32nd Massachusetts.” \n\nDr. Sean M. Heuvel serves as Director of Graduate Recruitment and Admissions at Christopher Newport University. In that capacity\, he oversees the admissions process for all of CNU’s graduate programs. He holds a B.A. in Government\, M.Ed. in Higher Education Administration\, and Ph.D. in Higher Education Administration from The College of William and Mary. He also completed an M.A. in History from the University of Richmond. Prior to this current position\, he served as a faculty member at CNU for sixteen years and was an admissions officer in CNU’s Undergraduate Admissions Office before that. \n\n\n\n\nAn active scholar in the fields of American military history\, higher education\, and leadership studies\, he has written numerous books as well as articles for refereed journals\, encyclopedias\, and magazines. His interests include higher education history\, the college presidency\, the American Revolution\, the American Civil War\, World War II\, and military leadership. Active in foreign study programs at CNU\, Heuvel has also lectured at Harris Manchester College\, Oxford University\, in the United Kingdom. He and his wife and two children live in Williamsburg\, Virginia. \nThe Petersburg Civil War Roundtable (PCWRT) will meet the first Thursday of each month (except for the months of 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. \n  \n\n\n\n\nPublications chevron down\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/roundtable-fate-at-petersburg-the-story-of-col-g-l-prescott-32nd-mass/
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,history talks,literature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231111T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231111T170000
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SUMMARY:Veterans Day Observance
DESCRIPTION:Pamplin Historical Park will offer a living history timeline of America’s military with reenactors and multiple programs throughout the day. Programming includes a lecture on United States Army Immigrants serving in World War I by author and historian Al Barnes\,  a special ceremony with cannon fire salute and tour of the Breakthrough Battlefield of April 2\, 1865.. \nLiving history will take place throughout the day with reenactors portraying American military members from various conflicts. Families will have the opportunity to learn about our nation’s rich military heritage and interact with living historians who will share stories\, uniforms\, equipment and weaponry of America’s fighting men and women. \nA Veterans Day ceremony will start at 11:00 am with a presentation of colors and remarks by Executive Director Colin Romanick\, which will be followed by a cannon fire salute. The ceremony will honor and recognize all of America’s veterans from the American Revolution to the present day. \nLiving history programming will be joined by a Forgotten Soldiers of World War I lecture by author and historian Alexander Barnes. Alexander F. Barnes served in the United States Marine Corps and Army National Guard\, retiring as a warrant officer. He is currently the Virginia National Guard Command historian and author of seven books to include the title\, Forgotten Soldiers of World War I: America’s Immigrant Doughboys. \nA guided walking tour of the Breakthrough Battlefield\, which occurred on April 2\, 1865 will take place in the afternoon. 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. \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 “292 Days\, A City at War” can be toured and is open through December 17\, 2023. It presents the civilian side of the war as the City of Petersburg laid under siege for 292 days from June of 1864 to April of 1865. The exhibit is divided into two parts. The first part examines the history of Petersburg and its impressive growth from its founding around 1675 as a trading post known as Peter’s Point to the secession of Virginia from the United States in 1861. Then the war came\, the second part of the exhibit covers the war years from the secession vote to the end of the siege. \nAll event activities and programs are included with regular daily paid admission. \nThis event is held in partnership with The Bank of Southside Virginia and Strosnider Chevrolet.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/veterans-day-observance-2/
LOCATION:Pamplin Historical Park\, 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA\, 23803\, United States
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,history talks,holiday,literature
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231104T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231104T120000
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SUMMARY:6th Annual Breakthrough Trail 5K
DESCRIPTION:This annual event is a partnership between the Park and Tri-Cities Road Runners. The race will take place on historic Civil War battlefield trails starting and finishing at the Hart Farm located at 6915 Duncan Rd.\, Petersburg\, VA 23803. The race course will guide participants through the Civil War Breakthrough Battlefield trails which ended the 292 day siege of Petersburg featuring a beautiful landscape with original earthworks from the decisive battle. Participants will enjoy the safety of a course run entirely on trails with no motor vehicle traffic. \nTop adult overall male and female finishers and top youth finishers\, in each age group\, will receive awards. The start time is at 9:00 am and race day registration is open from 7:30 am to 9:00 am. Runner and walker registrations postmarked by October 13\, 2023 are $30.00 adults and $10.00 youths with a guarantee of a t-shirt. Thereafter and race day\, registration is $35.00 adults and $15.00 youths with no t-shirt guarantee. \nAll registrations include a Park admission. Payments can be mailed to 5K Breakthrough\, 6125 Boydton Plank Rd.\, Petersburg\, VA 23803 or online entry and payment can be made at RunSignUp.com. Call (804) 861-2408 for more information. \nClick here for a downloadable and printable registration form. \nClick here for an event course map. \nEvent sponsorships to promote your business or organization are available by clicking here. Sponsorship deadline is September 29. Call (804) 861-2408 for additional information.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/breakthrough-trail-5k/
CATEGORIES:Fitness
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231102T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231102T200000
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SUMMARY:Roundtable: Civil War Railroads
DESCRIPTION:Join Bert Dunkerly who will present on November 2\, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. to the Petersburg Civil War Roundtable. Dunkerly will share the story of “Civil War Railroads.” \nRobert M. Dunkerly (Bert) is a historian\, award-winning author\, and speaker who is actively involved in historic preservation and research. He holds a degree in History from St. Vincent College and a Masters in Historic Preservation from Middle Tennessee State University. He has worked at nine historic sites\, written eleven books and over twenty articles. His research includes archaeology\, colonial life\, military history\, and historic commemoration. Dunkerly is currently a Park Ranger at Richmond National Battlefield Park. He has visited over 400 battlefields and over 700 historic sites worldwide. When not reading or writing\, he enjoys hiking\, camping\, and photography. \nThe Petersburg Civil War Roundtable (PCWRT) will meet the first Thursday of each month (except for the months of 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/roundtable-civil-war-railroads/
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,history talks,literature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231027T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231028T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021606
CREATED:20230830T214045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230914T160619Z
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SUMMARY:Voices from the Shadows
DESCRIPTION:Costumed guides will lead participants on a special Halloween tour\, where they will encounter various historical figures on a real battlefield. Participants will hear ladies recounting scary stories\, music in the night and experience fireside encounters\, soldiers called to an attack a surgery and more. Tours will be accompanied by sights and sounds that heighten the senses while breaking the silence of the night. 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 27\, and Saturday\, October 28 at 6:30 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. Space is limited and reservations are required to ensure a spot on the tour. Purchase your tickets today by clicking here. The lantern-lit walk begins at the Hart Farm\, located at 6915 Duncan Road\, Petersburg\, VA 23803. Admission is $17.50 for adults and $7 for children. 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-6/
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,history talks,holiday,living history
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231020T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231022T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021606
CREATED:20230210T223632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230808T220743Z
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SUMMARY:Civil War Symposium: Bridges Over Troubled Waters
DESCRIPTION:Battlefield terrain features and obstacles have been studied by numerous historians and are the blessing or curse of many military commanders throughout time. The American Civil War is no different with many examples of rivers\, streams and ravines playing a role in defining battles. Some already had bridges in place such as the Burnside Bridge at Antietam and other bridges had to be constructed as in the case of the pontoon bridge across the James River. Many of these bridges played a vital role in the battles surrounding them and others were a silent witness to the carnage and fighting between opposing forces. This year’s Pamplin Historical Park Symposium\, with an prominent cast of speakers\, examines both literally and figuratively examples of “Bridges Over Troubled Waters.”\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe conference will be held on Friday\, October 20 through Sunday\, October 22\, 2023 at Pamplin Historical Park’s Museum of the Civil War Soldier and Education Center in Dinwiddie\, Virginia and will feature presentations from seven outstanding historians: Peter Cozzens\, Jerry Desmond\, Bradley M. Gottfried\, A. Wilson Greene\, John Hennessy\, Scott Mingus\, Sr. and Brian Steel Wills. \n \nFor more information or to register\, call a reservation specialist at 877-726-7546 or click this link to register online today. Pre-registration is required and space is limited. \nDownload a printable flyer and registration form by clicking here. \nThe Symposium begins at 6:00 pm with a Welcome Reception for all attendees at Pamplin Historical Park’s National Museum of the Civil War Soldier\, located at 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA. \nPark Members pay $339 per person and non-members pay $379. The price includes all lectures\, the Friday night reception\, two mid-morning coffee breaks\, two lunches\, and the Saturday night banquet. \n*Not a member\, but interested in joining? Click here or call Member Services\, 877-726-7546 . \nSpeakers & Topics: \nPeter Cozzens\nThe Battle of Davis Bridge \nJerry Desmond\nHigh Bridge at Farmville \nDr. Bradley M. Gottfried\nBridges at Battle of Antietam \nA. Wilson Greene\nBrown’s Ferry at Chattanooga \nJohn Hennessy\nStone Bridge at Manassas \nScott Mingus\, Sr.\nWrightsville Bridge \nDr. Brian Steel Wills\nBattle of Resaca/Oostanaula River\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/civil-war-symposium-bridges-over-troubled-waters/
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,history talks,literature,symposium,tours
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231020T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231020T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021606
CREATED:20230410T205807Z
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SUMMARY:2023 Symposium Optional Tour: 1862 Peninsula Campaign
DESCRIPTION:Join Pamplin Historical Park’s Executive Director\, Colin Romanick\, and Newport News Historic Sites Curator\, J. Michael Moore as we examine General McClellan’s Peninsula Campaign\, covering the period between the landing of the Army of the Potomac on the Peninsula on March 17\, 1862 to the Battle of Williamsburg on May 5\, 1862. \nThe tour will leave from the National Museum of the Civil War Soldier at Pamplin Historical\nPark promptly at 8:00 a.m. and return by 5:30 p.m. Stops will include the Warwick Courthouse\,\nLee’s Mill\, Dam No. 1\, Endview Plantation\, Lee Hall Mansion and others along the way. A box\nlunch will be provided (included in your registration fee). Reservations are required and space is\nlimited. Registration is on a first-come\, first-served basis. Full payment is due upon registration.\nRefunds will be issued\, minus a $10 administrative fee\, through September 30\, 2023. No refunds\nwill be issued after that date. \nRegister online today here and then click on “get tickets” and select he add-on quantity or download a copy of the tour registration form by clicking here. Call (804) 861-2408 for more information.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/2023-symposium-optional-tour-1862-peninsula-campaign/
LOCATION:Pamplin Historical Park\, 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA\, 23803\, United States
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,history talks,symposium,tours
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231005T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231005T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021606
CREATED:20230816T215831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T204600Z
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SUMMARY:Roundtable: Shenandoah Summer-The 1864 Valley Campaign
DESCRIPTION:Join author Scott Patchan who will present on October 5\, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. to the Petersburg Civil War Roundtable. Patchan will share the “‘Shenandoah Summer-The 1864 Valley Campaign.” \nScott C. Patchan is a graduate of James Madison University in the Shenandoah Valley. He is the author of many articles and books\, including The Forgotten Fury: The Battle of Piedmont (1996)\, Shenandoah Summer: The 1864 Valley Campaign (2007)\, Second Manassas: Longstreet’s Attack and the Struggle for Chinn Ridge (2011)\, The Battle of Piedmont and Hunter’s Raid on Staunton (2011)\, and The Last Battle of Winchester: Phil Sheridan\, Jubal Early and the 1864 Shenandoah Valley Campaign (2013). He has also written feature essays for Blue and Gray Magazine on Cool Spring\, Rutherford’s Farm and Second Kernstown; Third Battle of Winchester\, Fisher’s Hill\, Cedar Creek and two volumes on Second Bull Run. He has also written extensively for Civil War Magazine\, North South\, America’s Civil War and other historical publications. Scott has twice served as President of Bull Run Civil War Round Table\, a member of the Kernstown Battlefield Association’s board of directors from 2000-2014\, and worked extensively on the interpretation of the Third Winchester battlefield for the Shenandoah Valley Battlefield Foundation. He is also a much sought tour guide at both Civil War and Revolutionary War era sites from New York to Georgia. \nThe Petersburg Civil War Roundtable (PCWRT) will meet the first Thursday of each month (except for the months of 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/roundtable-shenandoah-summer-the-1864-valley-campaign/
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,history talks,literature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230923T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230924T020000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021606
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:20230907T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230907T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021606
CREATED:20230814T204103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230814T204103Z
UID:4718-1694113200-1694116800@pamplinpark.org
SUMMARY:Roundtable: Victims for the Grave
DESCRIPTION:Join Mr. Robert Garnett who will present on September 7\, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. to the Petersburg Civil War Roundtable. Mr. Garnett will share the “‘Victims for the Grave’: Elmira Prison Camp and the Confederate Dead of Woodlawn National Cemetery.” \n‘Victims for the Grave’: Elmira Prison Camp and the Confederate Dead of Woodlawn National Cemetery” explores the life\, death\, and legacy of the speaker’s fourth great-grandfather\, Corporal Robert Henry Gwynn of the 26th Virginia Infantry. When the Civil War erupted\, Gwynn was one of roughly a thousand Gloucester men who rushed to Virginia’s defense. In June 1864\, he was captured during the action around Petersburg. After a stint at Point Lookout\, Gwynn was transferred to the deadliest Union-operated prisoner of war camp—Elmira. Nicknamed “Hellmira” for its miserable conditions\, one-quarter of the camp’s detainees\, Gwynn included\, perished from exposure\, malnutrition\, and disease. Today\, one can find Gwynn’s name engraved on Gloucester Courthouse’s Confederate Memorial. \nRob Garnett is a native of Gloucester\, Virginia. He holds a master’s degree in English literature. In addition to working as a guide and historical interpreter in the museum field\, Garnett has taught at the college-level for over a decade. A Walt Whitman-themed teaching assignment transformed Garnett’s lifelong fascination with the Civil War into an academic pursuit. Conversations with his grandmother inspired him to research his ancestry and share the findings. \nThe Petersburg Civil War Roundtable (PCWRT) will meet the first Thursday of each month (except for the months of 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/roundtable-victims-for-the-grave/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230826T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230827T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021606
CREATED:20230215T223853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230824T215616Z
UID:4613-1693040400-1693155600@pamplinpark.org
SUMMARY:World War II in the Pacific Weekend
DESCRIPTION: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 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. 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 weapons and a 1940’s military uniform and civilian fashion show. \nPartner museums to include; the Hampton Roads Naval Museum\, 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 made on the following subjects; Battle of Midway by Timothy & Laura Orr which includes a book-signing\, Japanese Armor by Eury Cantillo\, Pre-war American-Japanese Relations presentation by James Triesler and The Price of Unpreparedness: American POWs in the Pacific by Corey Thorton. \nLaura Orr is the Director of Education and Military Outreach at the Hampton Roads Naval Museum in Norfolk\, Virginia. Her husband Dr. Timothy Orr is an Associate Professor of History at Old Dominion University. Both co-authored Never Call Me a Hero: A Legendary American Dive-Bomber Pilot Remembers of the Battle of Midway published in 2017 by Harper Collins. The memoir chronicles American dive-bomber pilot Jack “Dusty” Kleiss. Dusty worked on this book for years with naval historians Timothy and Laura Orr\, aiming to publish Never Call Me a Hero for Midway’s seventy-fifth anniversary in June 2017. Sadly\, as the book neared completion in 2016\, Dusty Kleiss passed away at age 100\, one of the last surviving dive-bomber pilots to have fought at Midway. And yet the publication of Never Call Me a Hero is a cause for celebration: these pages are Dusty’s remarkable legacy\, providing a riveting eyewitness account of the Battle of Midway\, and an inspiring testimony to the brave men who fought\, died\, and shaped history during those four extraordinary days in June\, seventy-five years ago. \nEury Cantillo began a museum career shortly after college graduation\, first working as a historic interpreter at Plimoth Plantation\, later sailing a replica of one of Columbus’ ships through the Panama Canal\, and then working as the Outreach Coordinator at the Higgins Armory Museum in Worcester\, MA. At the height of the war in Iraq\, he decided to enlist in the US Army. Cantillo served as an Artillery Officer in the 3rd Infantry Division\, which included a 15 month deployment to the city of Ramadi in Western Iraq. In addition he lead a variety of supply convoys through the desert\, and finally ended the deployment as a Battery Fire Direction Officer involved in the field testing of the Excalibur GPS guided artillery round. He then used the GI Bill to earn a Master’s degree in education\, and began working for the National Park Service at the Lexington and Concord battlefield\, the Mesa Verde cliff dwellings\, and the National Mall and Memorial Parks in Washington\, DC. He then worked as the Director of Education for the Navy’s Submarine Force museum\, moved to CMH as the Curator at the Army’s Aviation museum before becoming the Curator of the Army’s Ordnance Training Support Facility\, the first operational TSF in the system. \nJames Triesler is the Director of Education for the Virginia War Memorial located in Richmond\, Virginia. Triesler became a history teacher in 1992\, and has a passion for WWII. He and his students have won numerous awards for their work\, including a Save Our History Award from the History Channel for creating the website ittookawar.com\, a collection of letters and personal accounts from the Second World War. While in the classroom\, Triesler accumulated nearly 8\,000 original WWII letters for his students to learn from and transcribe. He was named the Virginia Battle of the Bulge person of the year in 2012\, and is a former Virginia Region 1 Teacher of the Year. He has presented at several VBOB and BOBA events and loves displaying artifacts for people to enjoy and learn about WWII. Since 2015\, Triesler has been the Director of Education at the Virginia War Memorial\, where he has continued to honor veterans and educate students of all ages. \nJames Corey Thornton has served as Curator for the MacArthur Memorial in Norfolk\, Virginia since November 2014. A resident of Norfolk\, Virginia\, Corey has holds both a Bachelor of Arts\, and a Master of Arts in History from Old Dominion University (Norfolk\, VA). As the Memorial’s Curator he manages the artifact collection and plans and develops the Memorial’s special and permanent exhibits. Corey is also responsible for the collections management of over 17\,000 artifacts in the collection\, as well as assisting with organizational planning\, and supervising frontline staff. Prior to his work at the MacArthur Memorial\, Corey served as the Curator of History for the Portsmouth Museums (Portsmouth\, VA)\, from 2007 to 2014. In Portsmouth\, Corey curated exhibits highlighting aspects of Portsmouth’s history\, managed the artifact collection\, and assisted with overseeing the City’s historical markers\, monuments\, and large external artifacts. Corey spends his personal time with his family\, researches various aspects of American history\, and plays his drums (especially after a challenging day at work!). Viewings of the Virginia War Memorials’\, Virginians at War: Battle of Iwo Jima which combines original footage with first-hand accounts to tell stories from the battle will be shown over the weekend in the park’s Education Center. \nChildren will 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. \nAll event activities and programs are included with regular daily paid admission and separately\, beverages and food may be purchased from vendor Bishop’s BBQ on Saturday\, August 26th. \nThis event is held in partnership with Bank of Southside Virginia\, Strosnider Chevrolet.  \nSchedule of Events \nSaturday\, August 26 \nTime                                      Activity \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           US Army Quartermaster\, Ordnance TSF\, Women’s Museums “Angels of Bataan” and other displays at NMCWS alcove off of rotunda (power required) \n9:00 AM – 5:00 PM           MacArthur Memorial display at NMCWS alcove off of rotunda (power required) \n9:00 AM – 5:00 PM           Virginia War Memorial display at NMCWS alcove off of rotunda \n9:00 Am – 5:00 PM           Hampton Roads Naval Museum display at NMCWS alcove off of rotunda \n10:00 AM – 10:20 AM      Viewing of Virginians at War: Battle of Iwo Jima in Education Center \n11:00 AM – 11:45 AM      “The Price of Unpreparedness: American POWs in the Pacific” presentation by Corey Thornton (MacArthur Memorial) in Education Center \n12:00 PM – 12:45 PM       1940s Fashion Show at Education Center \n1:00 PM – 1:45 PM            “Never Call Me a Hero: American Dive Bomber Jack “Dusty” Kleiss and the Battle of Midway” presentation by Dr. Timothy Orr (Hampton Roads Naval Museum) in Education Center \n2:00 PM – 2:30 PM            WWII Weapons demonstration at Fortification Exhibit \n3:00 PM – 3:45 PM            “Japanese Armor” in World War II presentation by Eury Cantillo (US Army Ordnance TSF) at Education Center \n4:00 PM – 4:20 PM            Viewing of Virginians at War: China-Burma-India WWII in Education Center \n5:00 PM                               Park Closes to Public \n  \nSunday\, August 27 \nTime                                      Activity \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 \n10:00 AM – 10:20 AM      Viewing of Virginians at War: Battle of Iwo Jima in Education Center \n11:00 AM – 11:45 AM      “Propaganda Posters” presentation by Colin Romanick (Pamplin Historical Park) \n12:00 PM – 12:45 PM       1940s Fashion Show at Education Center \n1:00 PM – 1:45 PM            “Pre-war American-Japanese Relations” presentation by James Triesler (Virginia War 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: China-Burma-India WWII in Education Center \n5:00 PM                                Park Closes to Public
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/world-war-ii-in-the-pacific-weekend/
LOCATION:Pamplin Historical Park\, 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA\, 23803\, United States
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,history talks,literature,living history
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230704T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230704T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021606
CREATED:20230215T223529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230614T221523Z
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SUMMARY:Independence Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us this Independence Day as Pamplin Historical Park will offer multiple programs throughout the day. \nFamilies will enjoy the chance to meet founding father Benjamin Franklin portrayed by actor and historian Barry Stevens. Stevens has been presenting Benjamin Franklin since 2005. His education of Dr. Franklin has led him to read and study extensively on the life and times of this American personality. It has taken him to locations throughout the Colonies known to Dr. Franklin and even to Le Procope restaurant in Paris\, France. Visitors will be invited to engage Dr. Franklin in a conversation and experience interaction with living history. \nAdditional programming includes\, live music performed by the Harken Back String Band and the opportunity for families to participate in period games. Living historians portraying Revolutionary War and Civil War soldiers will share why they fought and explain the equipment and life of the men during the War for Independence and the American Civil War. Visitors can also take part in a special ceremony with color guard\, pledge of allegiance and a cannon fire salute. \nAll visitors will have the opportunity to tour the Breakthrough Battlefield which on April 2\, 1865\, resulted in the evacuation of both Petersburg and Richmond. A mere seven days later\, the surrender at Appomattox helped to secure the Union and began healing a nation. \nAll events and activities included with Park admission. \nThis event is held in partnership with the Bank of Southside Virginia and Strosnider Chevrolet.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/independence-day-celebration-3/
LOCATION:Pamplin Historical Park\, 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA\, 23803\, United States
CATEGORIES:artillery,arts & culture,history talks,holiday,living history
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230529T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230529T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021606
CREATED:20230215T222955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230529T143123Z
UID:4609-1685350800-1685379600@pamplinpark.org
SUMMARY:Memorial Day Remembrance
DESCRIPTION:Pamplin Historical Park & The National Museum of the Civil War Soldier will offer a full schedule of daily programs this Memorial Day. The Park will open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and activities are included with regular museum admission. \n\nThe recreated 124th New York Infantry will demonstrate the life of a Civil War soldier with camp life and drill throughout the day. An display of Medals of Honor can also be viewed throughout the day.\n\n\nA viewing of “We Are Americans: Air Force Academy Tribute to Memorial Day” will be shown at 10:00 am followed by a Breakthrough Battlefield tour at 11:00 am. A special ceremony will take place at 1:00 pm with remarks made by the executive director\, a color guard of soldiers from US Army Fort Gregg-Adams and the playing of TAPS.\n\n\n\nAfternoon programming includes a “Music that Moves the Military” presentation and demonstration followed by a presentation on Mortuary Affairs by US Army Sergeant 1st Class\, Richard Garcia a Mortuary Affairs Specialist at 3:00 pm. Mortuary Affairs is part of the US Army Quartermaster Corps whose duties include locating and identifying remains in the field\, ensuring safe transport of the deceased and their belongings\, and assisting with arrangements and military honors at their burial site.\n\n\n\nAll activities and programs are included with regular daily paid admission.\n\n\nThis event is held in partnership with the Bank of Southside Virginia and Strosnider Chevrolet.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/memorial-day-remembrance/
LOCATION:Pamplin Historical Park\, 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA\, 23803\, United States
CATEGORIES:artillery,arts & culture,history talks,holiday,living history
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230513T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230513T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021606
CREATED:20221117T184747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230428T213908Z
UID:4504-1683972000-1683990000@pamplinpark.org
SUMMARY:4th Annual Breakthrough Car Show
DESCRIPTION:Join in the fun of this automotive extravaganza. Experience the sights and sounds of elegant autos from yesteryear to the technologically advanced super cars of today at the historic Hart Farm\, which is part of Pamplin Historical Park located near Petersburg\, Virginia. The Breakthrough Car Show is open to all makes\, models and years of vehicles and anyone can bring out their ride and participate in the show. \nThe first 150 registered show vehicles receive goody bags and dash plaques. Pre-register your single vehicle by May 5\, 2023 for $15.00 or vehicle registration is $20.00 per vehicle thereafter and at the show. \nShow day registration begins at 8:00 am. Participant’s Choice judging will result in over 60 awards. The award presentation will take place at 2:30 pm. Spectator parking and show admission is free. A reduced “day of show only” Pamplin Historical Park admission will be available for those who want to explore the 424 acres of battlefields\, historic homes\, museums and more. \nVendors will have food\, drinks and more throughout the day. Everyone can take part in a silent auction\, door prizes and more. \nRain date TBA. All proceeds from this event benefit Pamplin Historical Park. This event is in partnership with Car Club Council of Central Virginia. \nLocated near Petersburg\, Virginia\, Pamplin Historical Park is about 30 minutes south of Richmond and is convenient to both Interstates 95 and 85 and US Highways 1 and 460. Pamplin Historical Park is a 501(c)(3) organization. \nSpecial thanks to our Gold Sponsors: Bank of Southside Virginia\, Coastal Virginia Auto Show\, Southside Electric Cooperative\, Strosnider Chevrolet\, Virginia Motorsports Park and the following sponsors: Advance Auto Parts (Dinwiddie)\, AutoMeter\, Griot’s Garage\, Dalton Watson Fine Books\, Gary’s Automotive Again (Dinwiddie)\, JEGS\, J. C. Taylor Insurance\, Lincoln Electric\, Meguiar’s\, Motorbooks\, O’Reilly’s Auto Parts (Dinwiddie)\, NAPA (Dinwiddie)\, RockAuto.com\, Stoner Car Care\, Top Flight Automotive and Touchstone Bank. \nClick here for a downloadable and printable version of the show flyer. \nClick here for a downloadable and printable version of the show registration form. \nClick here for a downloadable and printable version of the show non-food vendor application. \nClick here for a downloadable and printable version of the show food vendor application.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/4th-annual-breakthrough-car-show/
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,car show
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230504T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230504T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021606
CREATED:20230203T225633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T212244Z
UID:4593-1683226800-1683230400@pamplinpark.org
SUMMARY:Roundtable: 1862 Peninsula Campaign
DESCRIPTION:Join speaker J. Michael Moore as he shares the story of “The Peninsula Campaign.” \nJ. Michael Moore is employed by the City of Newport News and serves as curator for Lee Hall Mansion and Historic Endview. Moore received a bachelor of arts in history from Christopher Newport University and a master of arts in history\nfrom Old Dominion University. During his tenure with the City\, he has curated exhibits at several local historic sites\, developed historic signage\, and led battlefield tours in Maryland\, North Carolina\, Virginia\, and West Virginia. Working with the Virginia Department of Historic Resources\, he has placed Causey’s Mill\, Endview Plantation\, Lee’s Mill\, and Whitaker’s Mill on the National Register of Historic Places. In addition\, Michael is a popular lecturer for CNU’s LifeLong Learning Society. Moore has co-authored two books – The\nPeninsula Campaign of 1862: A Military Analysis in 2005 and Yorktown’s Civil War Siege: Drums Along the Warwick in 2012. In addition\, he has served as the editor and photographic editor for twelve books and written articles for Virginia\nCavalcade\, North & South\, Military Collector & Historian\, and Mulberry Island\nNotes. In recognition of his work in public history\, the Governor of Kentucky\ncommissioned Moore a Kentucky Colonel in 2014. He is a Newport News native\nand resides in Historic Yorktown. \nThe Petersburg Civil War Roundtable (PCWRT) will meet the first Thursday of each month (except for 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/roundtable-1862-peninsula-campaign/
LOCATION:Pamplin Historical Park\, 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA\, 23803\, United States
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,history talks,literature
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230406T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230406T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021606
CREATED:20230118T223306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230203T222007Z
UID:4554-1680807600-1680811200@pamplinpark.org
SUMMARY:Roundtable: Battle of Fort Gregg
DESCRIPTION:Join speaker John Fox as he shares the story of “The Battle of Fort Gregg.” \nMr. Fox’s The Confederate Alamo is the first book-length study ever written about the chaotic and bloody Battle of Fort Gregg. By April 2\, 1865\, General Ulysses S. Grant’s men had tightened their noose around the vital town of Petersburg\, Virginia. Trapped on three sides with a river at their back\, the soldiers from General Robert E. Lee’s Army of Northern Virginia had never faced such dire circumstances. To give Lee time to craft an escape\, a small motley group of threadbare Southerners made a suicidal last stand at a place called Fort Gregg. Famous Civil War historian Douglas Southall Freeman described this fight as “one of the most dramatic incidents of an overwhelming day.” The venerable Union commander\, Major General John Gibbon\, observed\, “[t]he struggle was one of the most desperate ever witnessed.” \nJohn J. Fox grew up in Richmond\, Virginia. He graduated from Washington & Lee University with a BA in U.S. History in 1981 and then served on active duty in the U.S. Army for seven years as an armor officer and aviator. His 2004 book\, Red Clay to Richmond: Trail of the 35th Georgia Infantry Regiment\, received the “ 2005 James I. Robertson Jr. Literary Prize for Confederate History” and a 2006 research award from the Georgia Secretary of State. His 2010 book\, The Confederate Alamo: Bloodbath at Petersburg’ s Fort Gregg on April 2\, 1865\, received a 2011 IPPY Award for non-fiction. His articles have appeared in numerous Civil War magazines and newspapers. His newest book\, Stuart’ s Finest Hour: The Ride Around McClellan\, June 1862\, was just released in September 2013. When he is not writing\, Fox is a major airline pilot and he lives in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. \nThe 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/roundtable-battle-of-fort-gregg/
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,history talks,literature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230401T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230402T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021606
CREATED:20230203T222848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230322T222133Z
UID:4586-1680339600-1680454800@pamplinpark.org
SUMMARY:Breakthrough Battle Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we remember the 158th Anniversary of the Breakthrough Battle which ended the Petersburg Campaign and forced the Confederate withdrawal from Richmond. \nThe 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. Visitors can experience a battle reenactment each day\, on the actual Breakthrough Battlefield with reenactors and artillery providing all of the sights and sounds of battle. Additional programming focuses on civilians and the home front. Visitors will have the opportunity to learn about food shortages and creative recipes during the Civil War. Event attendees will also uncover the impact of a military occupation on civilians and the resulting refugee crisis of those fleeing the fighting at their doorsteps. Throughout the weekend Park visitors can tour military encampments near the battlefield and encounter civilians\, animals and demonstration gardening at historic Tudor Hall. \nDaily admission for adults is $15\, seniors (65+) and Military w/ID $12.00\, children (6-12) $8\, and children under 6 free. \nJoin a special Breakthrough Battlefield tour experience on Sunday April 2 at 6:30 am. Walk the battlefield with a guide and see and hear the sounds of battle with reenactor participation bringing this tour to life. Space is limited and tickets must be purchased in advance. Visit Eventbrite.com to secure your tickets today! \nThis event is held in partnership with Strosnider Chevrolet.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/breakthrough-battle-anniversary-4/
LOCATION:Pamplin Historical Park\, 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA\, 23803\, United States
CATEGORIES:artillery,arts & culture,history talks,living history
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230325T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230325T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021606
CREATED:20230118T222838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T145027Z
UID:4552-1679734800-1679763600@pamplinpark.org
SUMMARY:Medal of Honor Day
DESCRIPTION:The 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 a presentation on the history and evolution of the actual Medal of Honor and the changes in recipient requirements over time. A special display of multiple Medals of Honor will show the changes in designs and the medals for each branch of service being the: U.S. Air Force\, U.S. Army and the U.S. Navy throughout the day. One of the medals displayed was awarded to U.S. Army and U.S. Marine Corps veteran Louis Cukela. Cukela is one of only 19 two-time Medal of Honor recipients who received both the U.S. Army and U.S. Navy Medal of Honor for his actions in World War I during the Battle of Belleau Woods in France. \nAfterwards\, a special Breakthrough Battlefield tour will be held at 2:30 p.m. at the Park’s Battlefield Center. There\, visitors will begin the tour by seeing artifacts from two Medal of Honor recipients\, Captain Charles Gould of the 5th Vermont Infantry and Sergeant John Ezra Buffington\, 6th Maryland Infantry. Buffington’s own Medal of Honor is among the artifacts to be viewed. Tour attendees will then tour the Breakthrough Battlefield with the Park’s Senior Interpretive Ranger\, Jim Partain who will share the stories of both men at the actual citation locations along with other Petersburg Campaign Medal of Honor recipients. \nThe Medal of Honor is the United States’ highest award for military valor in action. In over 150 years since it’s inception\, the Medal of Honor has been awarded to just 3\,535 and only 65 are living recipients today. The standards to award the Medal itself have changed since the Civil War and\, over time the design has also changed several times. Although some changes have taken place over the years\, the Medal has always embraced the values of bravery\, courage\, sacrifice and integrity. \nEury Cantillo began a museum career shortly after college graduation\, first working as a historic interpreter at Plimoth Plantation\, later sailing a replica of one of Columbus’ ships through the Panama Canal\, and then working as the Outreach Coordinator at the Higgins Armory Museum in Worcester\, MA. At the height of the war in Iraq\, he decided to enlist in the U.S. Army. Cantillo served as an Artillery Officer in the 3rd Infantry Division\, which included a 15 month deployment to the city of Ramadi in Western Iraq. In addition he lead a variety of supply convoys through the desert\, and finally ended the deployment as a Battery Fire Direction Officer involved in the field testing of the Excalibur GPS guided artillery round. He then used the GI Bill to earn a Master’s degree in education\, and began working for the National Park Service at the Lexington and Concord battlefield\, the Mesa Verde cliff dwellings\, and the National Mall and Memorial Parks in Washington\, DC. He then worked as the Director of Education for the U. S. Navy’s Submarine Force museum\, moved to U.S. Army Center of Military History as the Curator at the Army’s Aviation museum before becoming the Curator of the Army’s Ordnance Training Support Facility\, the first operational TSF in the system. \nThis special event is supported by the U.S. Army Museums and TSF at Fort Lee\, Virginia and the Virginia War Museum located in Newport News\, Virginia. Strosnider Chevrolet is a proud sponsor of the Medal of Honor Day celebration. \n 
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/medal-of-honor-day/
LOCATION:Pamplin Historical Park\, 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA\, 23803\, United States
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,history talks,holiday,tours
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230318T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230319T020000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021606
CREATED:20230203T224438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230203T224438Z
UID:4590-1679162400-1679191200@pamplinpark.org
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:20230302T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230302T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021606
CREATED:20230118T221646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230203T221211Z
UID:4550-1677783600-1677787200@pamplinpark.org
SUMMARY:Roundtable: An Artist Talk\, Painting the Civil War
DESCRIPTION:Speaker Henry Kidd will discuss\, “An Artist Talk\, Painting the Civil War.” \nHenry 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 such as West Point\, Virginia Military Institute\, Mariner’s Museum\, Museum of the Confederacy\, Petersburg National Battlefield\, the Virginia Historical Society and others. \nKidd’s artwork has primarily focused on the American Civil War but\, includes other conflicts and topics as well. During the Gulf War\, he created a piece of artwork to honor and support America’s military. He made and sold limited edition prints of his work\, and gave one-hundred percent of the proceeds to the American Red Cross\, for the families of military personnel. In recognition of his generosity\, Elizabeth Dole\, then president of the American Red Cross\, presented him with an award. Kidd and his family were also personally thanked by General Schwarzkopf. \nIn 2005\, the Virginia General Assembly honored Henry Kidd with a joint House and Senate Resolution for his September 11\, 2001 artwork and his endeavors to honor all the loved ones lost\, and his work with the firefighters and police who answered the call to help others. After the tragic events of September 11\, 2001\, Kidd created a memorial piece of artwork entitled ‘America’s Heroes’ and raised thousands of dollars for relief efforts. He founded Adopt-A-Station\, a non-profit organization to honor victims of September 11th. He has also personally presented more than three hundred framed ‘America’s Heroes’ prints to Fire Houses and Police Precincts in New York\, Northern Virginia and Pennsylvania who responded to the tragedy. For these same reasons\, Henry also received a National Citizenship Award from the Daughters of the American Revolution. \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-an-artist-talk-painting-the-civil-war/
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,history talks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230224T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230224T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021606
CREATED:20230118T221052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T175620Z
UID:4548-1677265200-1677272400@pamplinpark.org
SUMMARY:Membership Gala
DESCRIPTION:Pamplin 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 evening will feature a State of the Park address by Executive Director Colin Romanick\, door prizes\, a silent auction\, hors d’oeuvres and an open bar with beer and wine. Guests will also be invited to explore award-winning Duty Called Me Here exhibit. \nThank you to the following sponsors for their support: Casemate Publishers\, Jerry Desmond\, Dixie Restaurant\, El Caporal\, Firehouse Subs\, Homebase Credit Union\, Longstreet’s Deli\, Mission BBQ\, Route 1 Country Store\, Savas Beatie\, Saucy’s BBQ\, Stay-Over Suites\, Mike Soohey\, W. Britain.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/membership-gala-2/
LOCATION:Pamplin Historical Park\, 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA\, 23803\, United States
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,beer,food,wine
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230211T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230211T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021606
CREATED:20230118T215457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T215457Z
UID:4545-1676124000-1676129400@pamplinpark.org
SUMMARY:Valentine Tea
DESCRIPTION:Join 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. \nSymbols for love and romance have been around for thousands of years\, we have the ancient Greeks and Romans to thank for most of them.  As each century passes\, more lore and more symbols of love and romance are threaded into the ways we show our loved ones how much we care.  History and fiction both show us happy couples\, tragic romances\, and today even self-love. \nYet it remains standard to give your loved one a sweet-smelling rose\, tasty chocolates\, blazoning red hearts\, or tempestuous love songs with a beat made to dance.  Come\, take a chair for our Valentine’s Day tea.  Learn about these symbols have changed their meaning over time\, and how they have changed into our cards and gifts for each other today.  We will tempt you with tantalizing tea\, a festive feast\, and a program filled with symbols of love. \nThis in person event cost is $30.00 per person for non-members and $25.00 for park members. \nDue to the popularity of this program\, reservations and prepayment are required. Click here to purchase your tickets today or call (804) 861-2408. \n 
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/valentine-tea-6/
LOCATION:Pamplin Historical Park\, 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA\, 23803\, United States
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,food,holiday,tea
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230202T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230202T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021606
CREATED:20221117T193829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230123T222424Z
UID:4514-1675364400-1675368000@pamplinpark.org
SUMMARY:Roundtable: Explosion at City Point
DESCRIPTION:Join speaker Kenny Bage as he shares the “The Explosion at City Point.” \nCity 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 Union general-in-chief Ulysses S. Grant’s headquarters during the Petersburg Campaign of the American Civil War. It also served as a critical Union port and supply hub for the Army of the Potomac by late 1864. City Point became one of the largest ports in the world at this time. \nOn August 9\, 1864\, Confederate agent John Maxwell smuggled an explosive device aboard an ammunition barge at City Point. Maxwell referred to the device as a “horological torpedo” which had a timer to detonate the bomb. An hour later\, the bomb exploded\, which spread to other barges and buildings around the wharf. The tremendous explosion resulted in 58 killed\, 126 wounded and about $4\,000\,000 in damage. The damage was such that Grant remarked\, “every part of the yard used as my headquarters is filled with splinters and shells.” \nMr. Kenny Bage is a local business owner\, retired police officer\, and a graduate of Saint Leo University. He is a member and leader in almost twenty historical\, hereditary\, and civic organizations to include: Sons of the American Revolution\, Colonial Heights Historical Society\, Sons of Confederate Veterans\, and the current president of the Petersburg Civil War Roundtable. \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-explosion-at-city-point/
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,history talks
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230105T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230105T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021606
CREATED:20221117T193201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221117T193201Z
UID:4512-1672945200-1672948800@pamplinpark.org
SUMMARY:Roundtable: Charge of the 1st Maine Heavy Artillery
DESCRIPTION:Join speaker Dr. David Urquia as he discusses the “Charge of the 1st Maine Heavy Artillery.” \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-charge-of-the-1st-maine-heavy-artillery/
CATEGORIES:artillery,arts & culture,history talks
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221217T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221217T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021606
CREATED:20221117T190553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221215T220545Z
UID:4510-1671267600-1671296400@pamplinpark.org
SUMMARY:Christmas Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join 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. \nThe 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 visit from Santa will excite the young and young at heart. \nA separate ticketed “Tea & Tidings” event will be held at 2:30 pm. \nTravel 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. \nWhile you enjoy unlimited refills in your tea cup\, and snack on tea treats\, play various Victorian holiday games! Many games have an element of skill or smarts needed. While others are meant to tell fortunes for the new year. Snapdragon involves raisins and fire! (Please note that we will not be playing this game during the tea program). \nLearn about the food for the holiday feasts of Yule Tides past. The sweet treats\, the main meal\, the side dishes\, all will be told where and when their traditions originated. Learn what recipes followed into the 21st century! \nGet your Tea & Tidings tickets today by clicking here. \nSchedule: \n10:00- 10:45 am\nWar So Terrible\n\n\n11:00- 11:45 am\nChristmas through the Ages\nRevolutionary and Civil War Soldiers\,\nWeapons demonstrations and Holiday Traditions\n\n\n12:00- 12:30 pm\nDecorating is For the Birds\nCraft together a few ornaments\, reading The Fir Tree by Hans Christian Anderson\n\n\n12:45- 1:30 pm\nHarken Back String Band\nHoliday Music\n\n\n1:40- 2:00pm\nSanta Claus Comes to Town\nArrival\, Reading of the Twas the Night before Christmas\,\nTalk about Ornaments as Gifts\n\n\n2:30- 4:00 pm\nTea & Tidings: Feasts\, Fun\, & Games\n* Separate Ticketed Event\n\n\n2:15- 3:00 pm\nChristmas through the Ages\nRevolutionary and Civil War Soldiers\,\nWeapons demonstrations and Holiday Traditions\n\n\n3:30- 4:00 pm\nOrnaments or Presents?\nTalk and craft Ornaments as Gifts\nListen to The Gift of the Magi by O. Henry\n\n\nInterpretation encounters will include: civilian Christmas\, Revolutionary War Camp Christmas and a Civil War Camp Christmas.\n  \n 
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/christmas-celebration/
LOCATION:Pamplin Historical Park\, 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA\, 23803\, United States
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,holiday,literature,living history,tea
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221206T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221206T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021606
CREATED:20221206T225942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221206T225942Z
UID:4526-1670337000-1670342400@pamplinpark.org
SUMMARY:Tea & Tidings
DESCRIPTION:Travel 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. \nWhile you enjoy unlimited refills in your tea cup\, and snack on tea treats\, play various Victorian holiday games! Many games have an element of skill or smarts needed. While others are meant to tell fortunes for the new year. Snapdragon involves raisins and fire! (Please note that we will not be playing this game during the tea program). \nLearn about the food for the holiday feasts of Yule Tides past. The sweet treats\, the main meal\, the side dishes\, all will be told where and when their traditions originated. Learn what recipes followed into the 21st century! \nGet your Tea & Tidings tickets today by clicking here.
URL:https://pamplinpark.org/event/tea-tidings-4/
LOCATION:Pamplin Historical Park\, 6125 Boydton Plank Road\, Petersburg\, VA\, 23803\, United States
CATEGORIES:arts & culture,food,history talks,holiday,tea
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamplin Historical Park":MAILTO:memberservices@pamplinpark.org
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