Start Date: 8/30/2008
End Date: 8/31/2008
Event Times: 10 am-5 pm
Contact Info
E-mail: oww@
wisconsinhistory.org Phone: For recorded information call 262-594-6300; during operating hours call 262-594-6301.
Fax: 262-594-6342
Civil War Experience
Old World Wisconsin will showcase the Civil War home front in 1864, a tumultuous time in our nation's history. At that time the country faced the third year of the Civil War, and people were growing weary of the continual battling and the emotional, financial and human toll of the conflict. As one of the most contentious presidential elections drew nearer, fierce campaigning resulted in mud-slinging and angry tempers on both sides as supporters and dissenters fought their own battles.
Here are some highlights of Saturday's activities:
- 10:30 am — Flag raising ceremony, Harmony Town Hall
- 11 am — Daily inspection of the military encampment, Loomer Field
- 11 am - 3 pm — Exercise your right to vote for presidential candidates, Republican Abraham Lincoln or Democrat George McClellan, Harmony Town Hall
- 12:30 pm — Republican Party campaign rally, Loomer Field
- 1:30 pm — Democratic Party campaign rally
- 3 pm — Old Northwest Volunteer Infantry engages in tactical drills, Loomer Field
- 3:30 pm — Presidential election results announced, Harmony Town Hall
Here are some highlights of Sunday's activities:
- 10:30 am — Flag raising ceremony, Harmony Town Hall
- 11 am — Daily inspection of the military encampment, Loomer Field
- 12:30 pm — Old Northwest Volunteer Infantry engages in tactical drills, Loomer Field
- 2:30 pm — Funeral procession from the Sanford House to St. Peter's Church, followed by graveside service in the churchyard
- 4 pm — More tactical drills by soldiers of the Old Northwest Infantry
: Adults $16; children (5-17) $9 (children under 5 are free); students and senior citizens (65 and over) $14; family (two adults and two or more dependent children 5-17) $43. Fees include an all-day tram transportation pass. Veterans with proof of service free.
Location Description: Old World Wisconsin documents the settlement of 19th- and early 20th-century Wisconsin. It comprises an 1870s crossroads village and 10 ethnic farmsteads located on 576 acres of wooded hills in the Southern Unit of Kettle Moraine State Forest.
Venue: Old World Wisconsin
Address: W372 S9727 Hwy 67
PO Box 69
City: Eagle
Accessibility Info: Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals requiring wheelchairs for mobility. Trams are equipped to transport visitors using wheelchairs during regular museum operating hours. Call ahead to make arrangements at 262-594-6301.
Event Location URL:
http://www.oldworldwisconsin.org
