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… Read more »
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Roundtable: 1862 Peninsula Campaign
Join speaker J. Michael Moore as he shares the story of “The Peninsula Campaign.” J. Michael Moore is employed by the City of Newport News and serves as curator for… Read more »
Breakthrough Battle Anniversary
Join 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… Read more »
Roundtable: Battle of Fort Gregg
Join speaker John Fox as he shares the story of “The Battle of Fort Gregg.” Mr. Fox’s The Confederate Alamo is the first book-length study ever written about the chaotic and… Read more »
Medal of Honor Day
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… 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… Read more »
Valentine Tea
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… 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… 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… Read more »
Roundtable: Prisoners of War during the Petersburg Campaign
Join speaker Tim Talbott as he explores wartime prisoners in a presentation titled, “Gobbled Up: Prisoners of War during the Petersburg Campaign.” Tim Talbott is the current Chief Administrative Officer… Read more »
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