CIVIL WAR
Fife and Drum Day at the New England Civil War Museum
New England Civil War Museum 14 Park Place, VernonJoin us for LIVE music by Civil-War era fife and drum corps from New England on Center Green! Donations received this day will support funding a monument in honor of local citizen soldiers who left Vernon for service during the Civil War. This monument is the project of Eagle Scout candidate Josh Prignano and supported […]
Tabletop Gaming Day: The Siege of Port Hudson at the New England Civil War Museum
New England Civil War Museum 14 Park Place, VernonUnion General Nathanial Banks has encircled Confederate Forces defending Port Hudson. Bank's task is to capture the town to help secure the Mississippi River. Can Union forces seize Port Hudson? Or will Confederate forces hold out? Come take command at the museum on April 28th! For more information
Matt Vallier & History Pints presents: The Life of Andrew Upson, 20th CVI Matt Vallier & History Pints presents: The Life of Andrew Upson, 20th CVI
Kinsman Brewing Co. 409 Canal St, MilldaleIn partnership with The Barnes Museum and Kinsman Brewing Company, Program Director Matt Vallier will present the story of Andrew Upson, whose service with the 20th Connecticut Volunteer Infantry are preserved through his wartime letters. Grab a brew and listen to some history! For more information
The Nutmeg Battalion Encampment at the Nellie McKnight House
Nellie McKnight House, Ellington Historical Society 70 Main Street, EllingtonJoin living historians portraying Connecticut Civil War soldiers for a day in the life! Musket demonstrations, Camp Life, and even drills where YOU can enlist and train as a soldier! Jointly sponsored by the partnership between the Ellington Historical Society and the New England Civil War Museum! For more information