The Battle of Richmond Re-enactment August 24-25 Battlefield Park 10-4

Come join us for an time of walking through history and honor those who gave their lives during the 2nd largest Civil War Battle in the State of Kentucky, and the largest Confederate Victory. Looking for what you can do? We invite you to engage in these activities while visiting with us.

10:15 AM Cavalry Event

11:00 AM Ladies Social For Ladies in period attire, there will be a social at 11 AM. The public is welcome to come observe how the ladies social is conducted.

2 PM The Battle
Re-enactors from several states will again come to portray the most decisive Confederate victory of the Civil War.

6:30 The 1st KY Brigade Band will bring us entertainment. Dancing is encouraged!

9:00ish Night Firing of the Cannons Once the sun has set, there will be a display of the cannon fire at night.

All Day Events from 10-4

Sanitary Fair
The United States Sanitary Commission began holding Sanitary Fairs in New York in April 1862 for the purpose of providing lint, bandages, comforts and nice things for the wounded and sick. Up to January 1863, the gifts of the women of this country, as computed by the Secretary of the Commission, amounted to seven million dollars. As part of our living history program we will once again set up a model of the sanitary fairs that took place all over our nation. Departments of the fair that you should look for in August are: Childrens Toys and Games, Entertainments, Refreshments, Bazaar, Fine Arts, and Ancient Treasures. Note: We will be raffling a trunk and trousseau belonging to a china doll named Naomi Rosabelle.

Sutlers Row and Artists and Craftsmen

Take a stroll through Sutlers row and the artists and craftsmen circle. You will find a variety of clothing, tin ware, baskets, guns, games and more!

The Battle of Richmond Mercantile will be located in the Pleasant View House.

Food Vendors are available throughout the day. Union and Confederate Camps open to the public 10:30-12 and again from 3-4.
Experience the life of a soldier or ask how you can become a part of portraying this great time in our history.

Re-enactor and sutler meal will be served at 5:15 behind Pleasant View House.