Events at VMCW

HISTORY DAY

Saturday March 23, 2024

10:00am-4:00pm

Formerly called Homeschool Day, this event is open to all families seeking a day of fun, exploration, and learning. There will be hands-on activities for all ages. Join the Army and learn to drill, enjoy 19th-century games and activities, watch the Emmy-award winning film, Field of Lost Shoes, take a guided tour through the battlefield, learn 19th-century foodways and much more.

Visit our partner agency booths and pick up classroom information about Valley ecology, and history. Visit the General's Store for a great selection of books and other items to further your educational goals as well as souvenirs of your visit. Come and have fun for the day and make memories for a lifetime!

The discounted admission rate of $5.00 per person (ages 4+) is ONLY AVAILABLE to those that have preregistered, payment due at time of registration.

Pre-event registration is now closed.

Event rates at the door are $10.00 for adults (ages 13+) and $6.00 for youth (ages 4-12). Contact the Virginia Museum of the Civil War at 866-515-1864 for more information.


160th  Anniversary Battle of New Market Commemoration

Saturday May 18 – Sunday May 19, 2024

10:00am -4:00pm

Join us as we remember the Battle of New Market that raged across Jacob Bushong’s farm and the soldiers that struggled there. Special emphasis will highlight the role of the Cadets from the Virginia Military Institute that were asked to fill a gap in the Confederate battle line and helped to turn the tide of the battle.

Activities and cooking demonstrations at the Bushong Farm, military drill, live black powder demonstrations, and camp life. Special guests the Society of Civil War surgeons will conduct multiple medical demonstrations over the course of the weekend.

Details and a schedule of events will be posted as the event draws near.


2024 Summer Day Camps

Monday, July 8 – Friday, July 12, 2024

Is your child a history buff? Do they love hands-on learning? Are you looking for an economical, educational, and exciting opportunity for your child? All of these are great reasons to sign up for Civil War Day Camp with the Virginia Museum of the Civil War at New Market Battlefield State Historical Park! Visit our Summer Camp page to register or call 866-515-1864 for more information.

 

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