Perryville "On the Farm"

[yankeebelle]

Re: Perryville "On the Farm"

I too would like to say many thanks to all those who attended. And my heart felt sorrow for all who were not present. You each were missed greatly. Perhaps next year life will kinder to you all.

We had a wonderful time and are looking forward to next year.

I would also like to say thank you to those Indiana boys. Fine bakers they will become.

Till we meet again,

Beverly Simpson

[historian101]

Re: Perryville "On the Farm"

I take it this is a yearly event?

[Trish Hasenmueller]

Re: Perryville "On the Farm"

Yes it is, and every year there is a new emphasis on some aspect of the lives of the every day citizen of central Kentucky before the Battle of Perryville. Next year promises to be really exciting. I'll let Joni, Beverly and Emily share that when they can.

Last year we were supposed to plant some crops and build fences. This year there was some fence building and crop planting with the addition of quilting and log barn building. I missed the first year and I can't remember what the emphasis was then.

The group has grown into a real community and there's never a dull moment.

Trish Hasenmueller

[historian101]

Re: Perryville "On the Farm"

This sound wonderful. Ill have to plan a vacation for this next year.

[yankeebelle]

Re: Perryville "On the Farm"

Ms. Stinson,

As soon as the details are ironed out we will post them here. The plans are still being made and it is looking to be quite an interesting event this next year. Please keep checking back for more information.



Beverly Simpson

[historian101]

Re: Perryville "On the Farm"

Is this something where you can come in period dress and work with others? Or is this an observation only?

[Spinster]

Re: Perryville "On the Farm"

Mrs. Stinson,

You'll be able to come in correct period dress and be a part of the work and play at this lovely site. Some site events are open, others are 'by invitation.'

Period dress standards are listed in the civilian section of the Park's website. Prior to the event, folks are expected to sign on to those standards, and read and prepare through a list-serve that is maintained for civilian participants at the Perryville Battlefield.