Historic Washington portrays “Town in Conflict” during the Civil War

WASHINGTON –The Civil War was one of the most trying times in our nation’s history. On Saturday, November 2nd, Historic Washington will be hosting “Town in Conflict,” a look at the many aspects of life during the bloody, costly years of the Civil War. Programs will be presented throughout the park on such topics as civilian refugees, religion during the war, military camps and drill, Civil War medicine, and the political issues of the day. The day will conclude with a Civil War Period Ball in the evening at 7pm. Tours will be available in addition to the free outdoor Civil War interpretive activities. Admission is $10 per adult and $6 per child (ages 6-12).

A special program for all school children will be available on Friday, November 1. Students will learn about the different aspects of the Civil War through a variety of different stations talking about civilian and military issues. Admission price is $5.50 per student. Contact the park at 870-983-2684 to register your school group for the event.

In the evening of Friday, November 1, take a walk through the Washington Cemetery and see luminaries lit at the graves of Civil War veterans, located at 112 Carrigan Street located just north of Washington off of US Hwy 278 from 7pm—8:30pm.

For more information about the event call the park visitor center at 870-983-2684 or visit HistoricWashingtonStatePark.com.