Civil War Encampment

The members of Company B, 2nd Rhode Island Volunteers, will stage a Civil War encampment on the grounds of the Hermitage during the weekend of October 19 and 20, 2019 from 1:00pm-4:00pm. This Civil War group is based in Clifton, New Jersey, and regularly hosts re-enactments at the Hermitage National Historic Landmark. Members of the unit will set up their outdoor living history encampment on the museum grounds, complete with soldier’s tents and fire pits. There will be live firing demonstrations of military rifles as well as a mortar from the period. Museum visitors will be encouraged to interact with the historical re-enactors, asking questions and learning about soldiers’ lives during the Civil War. In addition, the museum’s Summer Kitchen will feature indoor displays of Civil War artifacts, as well as engaging hands-on activities for children to learn more about this important era in American history. Come and experience ‘Living History’ at The Hermitage Museum!