Sunday, April 6, 2008

17th annual Revolutionary War Reenactment of the 1781 Battle of Petersburg


Battersea
Battersea Lane and Upper Appomattox St.
Petersburg, VA 23803

The 17th annual Revolutionary War Reenactment of the 1781 Battle of Petersburg will take place at Battersea to commemorate that battle which was part of America's fight for it's independence. There will be colonial dance demonstrations, vendors, sutlers, childrens activities, tours of Battersea, a military hospital display, morning and afternoon skirmishes and much more. The 1781 Battle of Petersburg Reenactment will take place each afternoon at an announced time. A memorial wreath-laying ceremony will be held commemorating the British and American forces that took part in the Battle of Petersburg. This event is sponsored by the City of Petersburg and the Department of Museums.

Date/Hours:
Saturday, April 19, 2008 - Sunday, April 20, 2008 (9:00 AM-5:00 PM)

Admission Fee: FREE

Children Welcome

Telephone:
Petersburg Visitors Center: (800) 368-3595
Petersburg Visitors Center: (804) 733-2400

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