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The primary purposes of this event are two-fold: first, to provide accurate, educational and entertaining interpretation to visitors about the Shakers and the Civil War, and second to provide an opportunity for serious Civil War living history enthusiasts to engage in first person living history within an anachronism-free setting with like-minded people. Participants in the Civil War Living History Weekend at the Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill should expect to interact with visitors during the hours in which the village is open to the public. First person interpretation is welcome during drill demonstrations, guided tours, and other scheduled activities, as well as times when visitors are not present. Village staff members will be available to serve as a liaison between visitors and participants during first person interpretation. The village staff will also provide educational hand-outs to visitors on various aspects of Civil War soldier life, the Civil War in Kentucky, and the Civil War and the Shakers.
Scenario - It is the fall of 1861 and war has broken out. The Sate of Kentucky is split. Townships are recruiting companies for both sides. Later these companies will join regiments and go off to fight the war. This event will recreate the early war recruiting of southern sympathizers to form a company that will march from town to join the Confederate Army. This is an Invitation Only event. Since this is a WIG event, all WIG members have a standing invitation. Those wishing to recieve an invite that are not WIG members need to contact Ms. Susan Hughes. She can be contacted at education@shakervillageky.org. Men may also contact Art Milbert at TenthTexas25@aol.com to recieve an invite.
The WIG is Co-hosting this event with Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill. This is not a military impression but a civilian impression for all participates. Participates can arrive for the event on Friday after 3pm until 9 am Saturday morning. We are encouraging staggered arrivals. Why? When civilians gathered in a town, they arrived as they could. They did not arrive in mass like an army. You are encouraged to bring your families as well if they wish to participate. But they have to meet the civilian guidelines and be invited by Ms. Hughes.
During the weekend there will be political speeches from men and women, showing support for and against the war. Women are encouraged to make cockades for the men, or handkerchiefs to give to those that support the war. We hope to have white feathers for those that are too cowardly to fight or have northern sympathies.
There will be a formal muster for the men to joining the newly formed company. The muster will include health inspections from a period local doctor (Mr. Nicky Hughes). Once mustered into service the men will be taught drill. Elections for company officers and sergeants will also be held. Saturday evening there will be a town supported cook out for the men with the possibility of period fireworks, bands and more speeches. Sunday, there will be divine services and farewells the men’s families. Battle shirts and kepis will be required during this time. It would be appropriate to have your “loved one” sewing your shirt during the day on Saturday to add to the event flavor.
For more information and to register, visit the event website at:
Scenario - It is the fall of 1861 and war has broken out. The Sate of Kentucky is split. Townships are recruiting companies for both sides. Later these companies will join regiments and go off to fight the war. This event will recreate the early war recruiting of southern sympathizers to form a company that will march from town to join the Confederate Army. This is an Invitation Only event. Since this is a WIG event, all WIG members have a standing invitation. Those wishing to recieve an invite that are not WIG members need to contact Ms. Susan Hughes. She can be contacted at education@shakervillageky.org. Men may also contact Art Milbert at TenthTexas25@aol.com to recieve an invite.
The WIG is Co-hosting this event with Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill. This is not a military impression but a civilian impression for all participates. Participates can arrive for the event on Friday after 3pm until 9 am Saturday morning. We are encouraging staggered arrivals. Why? When civilians gathered in a town, they arrived as they could. They did not arrive in mass like an army. You are encouraged to bring your families as well if they wish to participate. But they have to meet the civilian guidelines and be invited by Ms. Hughes.
During the weekend there will be political speeches from men and women, showing support for and against the war. Women are encouraged to make cockades for the men, or handkerchiefs to give to those that support the war. We hope to have white feathers for those that are too cowardly to fight or have northern sympathies.
There will be a formal muster for the men to joining the newly formed company. The muster will include health inspections from a period local doctor (Mr. Nicky Hughes). Once mustered into service the men will be taught drill. Elections for company officers and sergeants will also be held. Saturday evening there will be a town supported cook out for the men with the possibility of period fireworks, bands and more speeches. Sunday, there will be divine services and farewells the men’s families. Battle shirts and kepis will be required during this time. It would be appropriate to have your “loved one” sewing your shirt during the day on Saturday to add to the event flavor.
For more information and to register, visit the event website at:
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