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“We Fight for Our Rights” Temporary Exhibit
This new exhibit 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... Read more »
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Roundtable: The New Market Campaign
Roundtable: The New Market Campaign
Join speaker Sarah Bierle as she discusses "The New Market Campaign." The Battle of New Market took place on May 15, 1864 during what is known as the Valley Campaigns of 1864. A larger Union force being the Army of the Shenandoah under Major General Franz Sigel was defeated while confronting a smaller Confederate force... Read more »
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Annual Breakthrough Trail 5K
Annual Breakthrough Trail 5K
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 ending at the Hart Farm located at 6619 Duncan Rd., Petersburg, VA 23803. The race course will guide participants through the Civil War Breakthrough Battlefield trails which ended the... Read more »
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Veterans Day
Veterans Day
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. A Veterans Day ceremony will start at noon with a presentation of colors... Read more »
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