2019 Lombard Civil War Reenactment
Lombard Civil War Reenactment returns on July 26-28, 2019 at Four Seasons Park in Lombard, Illinois. So many sights and sounds for children and adults. At this Civil War Living History Event, you will meet soldiers representing the North and the South, witness skirmishes and battles, talk to the cavalry, listen (and even dance) to Civil War era music. The Civil War Reenactment is both exciting and educational. In addition to battle reenactments, you’ll learn about medical treatments for the wounded and embalming techniques perfected during the Civil War – much more!
Lombard Civil War Reenactment
Public Welcome – $5 donation per person; proceeds benefit the Lombard Historical.
Visitors: This Civil War Reenactment takes place at Four Seasons Park in Lombard – located between Main St. and Finley Rd. Parking is available at the Main Street entrance. Handicapped parking is available on the west side at Finley Road entrance. Join us for Civil War and More Trivia on Friday night at 7:00 p.m., the night before all the action begins!
Reenactors: Be part of Lombard’s Annual Civil War Reenactment as a Union, Confederate or civilian reenactor. Sutlers are welcome to show and sell your Civil War era goods. Find Reenactor, Vendor, and Volunteer registration forms and waivers here.
Location
Four Seasons Park
Finley Rd & 16th Street
Lombard, IL 60148
(630) 620-7322
For more info about the event or volunteer opportunities: boardpresident@stanfordsbattery.org
Lombard Civil War Reenactment Mini Gallery
Civil War Reenactment Schedule
Friday
7:00 Civil War & More Trivia
Saturday
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Visit Camps & Sutlers
11:00 a.m. Artillery Demo (Battlefield)
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. The 1st Brigade Band Concert
12:30 p.m. Kid’s Drill (Confederate Camp)
1:30 p.m. Meet the Lincolns (Main Tent)
2:30 p.m. Main Battle (Battlefield)
Sunday
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Visit Camps & Sutlers
11:00 a.m. Artillery Demo (Battlefield)
12:00 p.m. Civil War Dance Lessons
12:30 p.m. Kid’s Drill (Confederate Camp)
1:30 p.m. Meet the Lincolns (Main Tent)
2:30 p.m. Main Battle (Battlefield)
About Our Host – Stanford’s Battery
Stanford’s Battery hosts the annual Civil War Reenactment in Lombard, Illinois. Stanford’s Battery is a seasoned reenacting unit that has been performing in regional events and parades for many years. They interpret a Confederate battery unit from Mississippi and have several cannons in the unit. In the past they have been invited to be part of local and regional reenactments, and one of their cannons was featured in the movie Glory. Stanford’s is always looking for Civil War history enthusiasts to join their ranks.
Mark your calendar today so you don’t miss the next Civil War Reenactment in July at Four Seasons Park in Lombard, Illinois.
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