Village of Hainesville’s Annual

CIVIL WAR ENCAMPMENT & BATTLE

Saturday, October 19^th, 2019, 10:00 a.m. – 4.00 p.m.
Sunday, October 20^th, 2019, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Relive history as knowledgeable re-enactors, both military and civilian in period garb, recreate an American Civil War Encampment and Battle in a rural setting in Hainesville, Illinois. Event highlights include: narrated military battles between Union and Confederate forces, military and civilian bivouacs and encampments, historical presentations by such special guests as Abraham Lincoln, General Grant, and Elijah Haines (village founder) among others. There will also be period music and souvenirs and food vendors. Opportunities will exist for visitors to question participants about their knowledge of and their character’s role in that period of our history. Parking is FREE. There may be a nominal charge for admission which will be explained below as the time for the event is nearer. Additional information can be found in the panels below.

Click here to view the Event Description

Click here to view the 2019 Event Flyer

Click here to view the Directions to the Event Site

Click here to view the Schedule of Events

Click here to view the Event Site Map

Click here to view the Event Site Map Key

Click here to view the Sponsor List

Click here to view the Sponsor/Donation Form

 Click here to view the Re-enactor registration and waiver forms