Fairfax County Civil War Events
One-Day Events
The Union Army's March to Gettysburg, "Sunstroke and Ankle-Deep Mud"
Jun 27, Reston Community Center at Lake AnneAddress: 1609a Washington Plaza, Reston, VA
Times: 7 p.m.
Phone: (703) 709-7700
Admission: FREE
Join local authors Brian McEnany and Jim Lewis for their presentation that details the arduous journey of the Union's II Corps across Northern Virginia on the way to Gettysburg. Learn about the untold story of the Union's II Corps march through Fairfax, Prince William and Loudoun counties on its way to Gettysburg in June 1863. As part of the movement by the 85,000-strong Army of the Potomac (AOP), they endured intense heat and torrential rains to cross a swollen Potomac River at Edwards Ferry. Four days later, they fought in the bloodiest battle in our nation's history.
Bull Run Civil War Round Table Lecture: "Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi July, 1863"
Jul 11, Centreville Regional LibraryAddress: 14200 St. Germain Drive, Centreville, VA
Times: 7pm
Phone: (703) 830-7717
Admission: FREE
Matt Atkinson, Author and NPS Ranger, presents: "The Battle Of Vicksburg, Mississippi on July 1863". The Bull Run Civil War Round Table was founded to bring together those who wish to expand and share their knowledge of the Civil War. By regularly presenting knowledgable, respected Civil War historians and scholars, writers and lecturers, it is the intent of the BRCWRT to honor the memory of those who gave "the last full measure".
Bull Run Civil War Round Table Lecture: "Battle of Chickamauga, TN Sept 1863"
Aug 8, Centreville Regional LibraryAddress: 14200 St. Germain Drive, Centreville, VA
Times: 7pm
Phone: (703) 830-7717
Admission: FREE
Angela Atkinson, Author and NPS Ranger, presents: "Battle of Chickamauga, Tenn Sept 1863". The Bull Run Civil War Round Table was founded to bring together those who wish to expand and share their knowledge of the Civil War. By regularly presenting knowledgable, respected Civil War historians and scholars, writers and lecturers, it is the intent of the BRCWRT to honor the memory of those who gave "the last full measure".
Bull Run Civil War Round Table Lecture: "Battle of Ft. Wagner SC and the 54th Massachusetts"
Sep 12, Centreville Regional LibraryAddress: 14200 St. Germain Drive, Centreville, VA
Times: 7pm
Phone: (703) 830-7717
Admission: FREE
Ronald Nichols, Author and Historian, presents: "Battle of Ft. Wagner, SC and the 54th Massachusetts". The Bull Run Civil War Round Table was founded to bring together those who wish to expand and share their knowledge of the Civil War. By regularly presenting knowledgable, respected Civil War historians and scholars, writers and lecturers, it is the intent of the BRCWRT to honor the memory of those who gave "the last full measure".
Bull Run Civil War Round Table Lecture: "Battle of Bristoe Station VA Oct 14, 1863"
Oct 10, Centreville Regional LibraryAddress: 14200 St. Germain Drive, Centreville, VA
Times: 7pm
Phone: (703) 830-7717
Admission: FREE
Bradley Gottfried, Author and Historian, presents: "Battle of Bristoe Station VA Oct 14, 1863". The Bull Run Civil War Round Table was founded to bring together those who wish to expand and share their knowledge of the Civil War. By regularly presenting knowledgable, respected Civil War historians and scholars, writers and lecturers, it is the intent of the BRCWRT to honor the memory of those who gave "the last full measure".
Bull Run Civil War Round Table Lecture: "Battle of Mine Run, VA Nov 1863"
Nov 14, Centreville Regional LibraryAddress: 14200 St. Germain Drive, Centreville, VA
Times: 7pm
Phone: (703) 830-7717
Admission: FREE
Gregory Mertz, Author and NPS Historian, presents: "Battle of Mine Run, VA Nov 1863". The Bull Run Civil War Round Table was founded to bring together those who wish to expand and share their knowledge of the Civil War. By regularly presenting knowledgable, respected Civil War historians and scholars, writers and lecturers, it is the intent of the BRCWRT to honor the memory of those who gave "the last full measure".
Bull Run Civil War Round Table Lecture: "CSS Hunley- Civil War Submarine 1863/1864 "
Dec 12, Centreville Regional LibraryAddress: 14200 St. Germain Drive, Centreville, VA
Times: 7pm
Phone: (703) 830-7717
Admission: FREE
Dr. Robert Neyland, Author and Historian, presents: "CSS Hunley - Civil War Submarine 1863/1864". The Bull Run Civil War Round Table was founded to bring together those who wish to expand and share their knowledge of the Civil War. By regularly presenting knowledgable, respected Civil War historians and scholars, writers and lecturers, it is the intent of the BRCWRT to honor the memory of those who gave "the last full measure".
On-Going Events
Mount Vernon in the Civil War Walking Tour
Apr 1 - Jun 30, George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate and GardensRecurring daily
Address: 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway, Alexandria, VA
Times: 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Phone: (703) 780-2000
Admission: $5 in addition to Estate admission: $17 adults; $8 children (6-11); free for children 5 & under.
Mount Vernon invites visitors to experience a unique side of Civil War history at George Washington's home through a new walking tour, Mount Vernon in the Civil War, beginning April 2. Explore historic locations and listen to dramatic Civil War stories - from the life-risking efforts of the estate's earliest caretakers to battlefield cannon fire rumbling the Mansion!
These special tours are limited in capacity and cost $5 in addition to Estate admission.
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