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161st Anniversary of the Battles of Sailor's Creek

Dónde
Program Location: Visitor Center
Main Park Address: Sailor's Creek Battlefield State Park, 6541 Saylers Creek Rd., Rice, VA 23966.
Cuando
5de abril de 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Join park staff and living historians for a weekend of special programs commemorating the 161st anniversary of the Battle of Sailor’s Creek, one of the final major engagements of the Civil War. Throughout the weekend, visitors can experience cannon firing demonstrations, guided battlefield hikes, living history encampments, and special lectures exploring the soldiers and events that shaped the battle and its legacy.
Programs will include opportunities to meet historical interpreters portraying officers and soldiers, hear period music, and learn about the final days of the Appomattox Campaign. Special presentations will also examine cavalry operations during the war and the role of notable figures present at Sailor’s Creek.
Whether you are new to Civil War history or a returning visitor to the park, this anniversary weekend offers a chance to explore the battlefield and reflect on the events that unfolded here in April 1865.
Outdoor programs are subject to weather conditions.
For more information, please email Shannah.Winchester@dcr.virginia.gov.
Otros detalles
Se aplica una tarifa estándar de estacionamiento o admisión: No.
Cargo extra: No.
Inscripción obligatoria: No.
Los niños son bienvenidos: Sí.
Teléfono: 804-561-7510
Dirección de correo electrónico: SailorsCreek@dcr.virginia.gov
Tipos de eventos
Historia/Cultura | Niños/Familia | Evento especial
Fechas adicionales
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