Gibson Ranch Regional Park, on May 15th and 16th, 2010.
NOT FOUND: cicil war1.jpg In cooperation with L & M Concession Management, Sacramento County Department of Regional Parks, and the Rio Linda/Elverta Historical Society, the Sacramento Civil War Roundtable and the National Civil War Association presents our annual Civil War Re-enactment. Encompassing the entire park, approximately 400 re-enactors, horses, cannons, civilians, sutlers, and soldiers will bring the Civil War period of 1862 to life!
Several speakers, to include: Abraham Lincoln and the Civil War Round Table. There will be songs and musical productions, period dance lessons, horse-drawn artillery, as well as a period fashion show as part of the two-day event. Characters of the period will be docents for the public and will be available from 7:00 to 9:00am for media interviews on Friday morning.
On Sunday, May 16th the Chaplain for the National Civil War Association will be holding a special non-denominational Civil War era Church service at 10:00 am in Civilian town. The service will be held in period attire and the public is invited to attend.
Special School Day Program Friday, May 14th, by reservation. This is a unique opportunity for the Sacramento area students to attend one of the largest school presentations in the country. Reservations are available at 9:30 am and 11:00 am, at a cost of $6 per person (excluding teachers).
This year’s dates are May 15th and 16th, 2010. Battle Re-Enactments will be held on Saturday and Sunday, twice daily. General Admission: $6 each, Children (9 and under) FREE (Not recommended for small children and pets). Parking is $5 per car. You are permitted to bring food into the park or buy from our vendors. The seating is “picnic style” so bring blankets to sit on.
NOT FOUND: civil war2.jpg This event supports Gibson Ranch farm animals and facilities. Gibson Ranch is a working farm demonstrating agricultural practices to the visiting public.