Civil War Remembrance

Civil War Remembrance
May 29-31, 2010 (Open Saturday 'til 9pm)

A time to reflect. A time to celebrate.

Greenfield Village’s most treasured signature event. Memorial Day weekend is filled with high emotions and vivid experiences as we honor veterans who fought and died to preserve our nation’s freedom. More than 450 military reenactors create an authentic Civil War encampment for an observance filled with parades, artillery demonstrations and heartfelt 19th-century music.

Kick off summer with a gathering that is reverent, reflective and triumphant.

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activities

Greenfield Village offers you the opportunity to learn about, and challenge the many viewpoints of the Civil War period. Hear from both Union and Confederate soldiers along with the people on the home fronts as they present "Civil War Remembrance".

SPECIAL ENTERTAINMENT
The Dodworth Saxhorn Band, America’s premier 19th century brass ensemble will perform a variety of music popular at the time of the Civil War.
7-9pm. See below for specific performance times.

RECOGNITIONS & COMMEMORATION

Special Recognition Badges
for veterans and current armed services members
Saturday 9:30am-7pm
Sunday and Monday 9:30pm-5pm
(Village Pavilion outside)

Memorial Day Commemoration
with historian William Hendricks
Monday only, 12pm
(Village Green)

SPECIAL EXHIBITS & PRESENTATIONS

Original Army and Navy Artifacts
from the Civil War by Jack Barnhart
and Kraig Lawson
Saturday 12pm-7pm
Sunday and Monday 9:30am-5pm
(Village Pavilion)

Michigan Civil War Battle Flags
Preservation with John Gibney
Uniforms, battle relics and artifacts
Saturday 1pm, 3pm & 5pm
Sunday and Monday 11pm, 1pm & 3pm
(Miller School)

What We Wore — Fashions of the Past
fashion show and lecture by Beth Turza
Saturday 12pm & 4pm
Sunday 12:30pm
(Town Hall)

Mysteries Uncovered: Details of Dress for the Civil War Civilian
Saturday 12pm-7pm
Sunday and Monday 9:30am-5pm
(Village Pavilion)

Special Civil War Clothing Presentations
Men’s Clothing by Bill Christen
  • Saturday (May 29): 1pm
  • Sunday (May 30): 2pm
  • Monday (May 31): 3pm

Dressed for the Occasion by Pam Yockey
  • Saturday (May 29): 3pm
  • Sunday (May 30): 3pm
  • Monday (May 31): 1pm

Steel Mills and Steel Petticoats: How the Industrial Revolution Changed the Way America Dressed by Carolann Schmitt
  • Saturday (May 29): 5pm
  • Sunday (May 30): 1pm
  • Monday (May 31): 2pm

The Last Camp – See the original poem written by J. Wesley Benedict in 1872
Saturday 12pm-7pm
Sunday and Monday 9:30am-5pm
(Village Pavilion)

Funeral at the Adams House
19th-century mourning
Saturday 11am–7pm
Sunday and Monday 9:30am–5pm
(Adams House)

Union Regimental Headquarters
Saturday 9:30am–7pm
Sunday and Monday 9:30am–5pm
(Susquehanna Plantation)

Sutlers Row
The Sutlers were traveling merchants and purveyors. Stop by Sutlers Row to purchase authentically reproduced goods of the era including items from the Greenfield Village Glass Shop.
All day
(Near Town Hall)

Sock-Making Demonstration
Saturday and Sunday 10am- 4pm
(Weaving Shop)

Bread Oven Demonstration
See and purchase bread made in a traditional bread oven of the Civil War era
Times and Details TBD
(Cotswold Barn)

MILITARY & CIVILIAN CAMPS

Confederate Military Camp
All day
(Near Logan County Courthouse)

Union Military Camp
All day
(Near Susquehanna Plantation)

Confederate Civilian Camp
All day
(Near Carousel)

Union Civilian Camp
All day
(Near Mulberry Grove)

MILITARY REENACTMENTS

Marching and Drill Practices
Saturday 10:30am–12:30pm
Sunday 11am–11:30am
(Village Green)

Bayonet Drills
Sunday only, 12:30pm
(Village Green)

Cavalry Demonstration with the
Michigan Cavalry Brigade
Saturday 4pm, Sunday and Monday 2pm
(Walnut Grove)

Artillery Firing Demonstration
Narrated by Al Day
Saturday 5pm, Sunday and Monday 3pm
(Walnut Grove)

Tactical Demonstration
Narrated by William Hendricks
Saturday 6pm, Sunday and Monday 4pm
(Walnut Grove)

HANDS-ON ACTIVITIES

Show Your Support
Make souvenir ribbon rosettes
Saturday 9:30am-7pm
Sunday and Monday 9:30am –5pm
(Edison Homestead)

Researching Your Civil War Ancestors with Civil War Historian Dale R. Niesen
Saturday 12pm-7pm
Sunday and Monday 11am-5pm
(Village Pavilion)

Enlist in the Army
Sign up and receive a reproduction Volunteer Enlistment paper
Saturday 9:30am-7pm
Sunday and Monday 9:30am-5pm

Mustering in and Drill
Once you’ve enlisted at the Post Office and seen the surgeon at Dr. Howard’s Office, you can report for mustering in and your first drill.
Saturday 10:30am, 12:30pm, 2:15pm, 4:15pm & 5:45pm
Sunday 10:30am, 12:30pm, 2:15pm & 4:15pm
Monday 10:30am, 2:15pm & 4:15pm
(Logan County Courthouse)

DRAMATIC PRESENTATIONS

The Door
Saturday 12:30pm, 2pm, 3pm 5pm & 6pm
Sunday and Monday 12:30pm, 2pm & 3pm
(Susquehanna Plantation)

The Breath of Emancipation
Saturday 1pm, 2:30pm, 4:30pm & 5:30pm
Sunday 1pm & 2:30pm
Monday 12pm & 1:30pm
(Hermitage Slave Quarters)

MUSIC

Dodworth Saxhorn Band
Saturday 2pm, 3:15pm, 5:15pm & 7pm
Sunday and Monday 11am, 2pm & 3pm
(Town Hall)

Camp Chase Drum & Fife Corps
Sunday 10:30am, 11:30am, 2:30pm & 3:30pm
Monday 10:30am, 2:30pm & 3:30pm
(Scotch Settlement School)

SHOPPING

Greenfield Village Store • Liberty Craftworks Store • Burbank Store
Saturday 9:30am-9pm, Sunday and Monday 9:30am-5pm

pricing

All activities are free with Village admission.

MEMBERS free of charge
NON-MEMBER SENIORS age 62 & up, $21
ADULTS age 13-61, $22
YOUTH age 5-12, $16
CHILDREN 4 & under are free.

Parking is $5 per vehicle.

what to bring, what to wear

Greenfield Village is spread over dozens of acres-- comfortable clothing and comfortable shoes are a must. A large portion of activities are held outdoors, rain or shine. Dressing for the weather is a must. Bring umbrellas / rain gear and prepare for a wide range of temperatures, especially if you will be staying into Saturday evening. Folding chairs are also recommended for those who cannot stand for long periods.

Wheelchairs are available for a small fee at the Village entrance. Electric scooters are also available for a fee, but only in limited supply. Wheelchairs and scooters are rented on a first come, first served basis-- plan to arrive early if you need to rent them. You are welcome to bring your own wheelchair or scooter, however, upright scooters (Segways) are not allowed on premises.

Children's wagons are also available to rent for a fee at the Village entrance. You are welcome to bring your own stroller or wagon, however, recreational scooters, bicycles or in-line / in-sole skates are not allowed inside the Village gates.

Bring a camera; photography is allowed in all areas of the Village.

special

Tickets to Greenfield Village are available online, through The Henry Ford Call Center (open 7 days a week, 9am - 5pm) 313-982-6001 and at all admissions counters. Tickets can be mailed when reservations are made 2 weeks or more in advance. Tickets purchased less than 2 weeks out will be held at Village Will Call.

directions/maps

The Henry Ford is located in Dearborn, Michigan on the corner of Village Road and Oakwood Boulevard, just west of the Southfield Freeway (M-39) and south of Michigan Avenue (US-12).

The Henry Ford
20900 Oakwood Blvd.
Dearborn, MI 48124-4088

From the East or West via I-94:
Take I-94 to the Oakwood Blvd exit; go north on Oakwood. The Henry Ford is 2.5 miles from the exit on the corner of Village Rd and Oakwood Blvd.

From the South via I-75:
Exit to northbound Southfield Freeway (M-39), drive 4.1 miles to Oakwood Boulevard (Exit 4). Left on Oakwood and drive 1.8 miles.

From the North via Southfield Road (or I-96):
Take Southfield Freeway (M-39) South 4.5 miles past I-96 and exit at Michigan avenue (Exit 6). Continue on the Southfield service drive (veer left) for .5 miles. At the first stop light, turn right onto Village Road (through the iron gates) and drive 3/4 miles.

Metro-Detroit often has major construction projects. Please check the following sites for the latest on construction areas and road closures.

Michigan Department of Transportation

AAA Traffic & Construction Report