Civil War Flags
Guest Lecturer: Matt Van Acker
Date: Thursday November 8, 2012
Location: Sloan Museum
Time: 6pm-8pm
Fee: $9 adults, $8 seniors, $6 youth age 3-11, Free for APHC
Save The Flags is a project to preserve and research the 240 flags in the Michigan Capitol Battle Flag collection. These are flags that Michigan men fought and died beneath in the Civil War, the Spanish American War, and World War I. The talk will focus on the history of the collection, modern techniques at conservation and incidental histories of some of the flags and the men who fought beneath them. Space is limited. Reserve your seat at 810.237.3409.

The Heavens Are Hung in Black examines Lincoln from an intensely personal point of view. From the death of his son, Willie, to the prosecution of the war, the months leading up to his great decision were filled with heartbreak and setbacks.

Flint Youth Theatre’s chamber performance of The Heavens Are Hung in Black commemorates Lincoln’s presidential legacy two days before our national election.

The evening begins with a chamber performance of the play, followed by a panel discussion and wine and cheese reception.

The Heavens Are Hung in Black is part of Flint Youth Theatre’s Emancipation Project. This season long exploration of the topic of emancipation, from the historical event to its immediate aftermath and through to the present day, honors the 150th anniversary of the proclamation. The project also includes the plays, Gee’s Bend, Gem of the Ocean and The Whipping Man. Emancipation Packages for all four plays are available for $45 by calling 810.-237-1530.

Sponsored by Friends of Michigan History, Inc.

Staging 8:00 AM, Parade 10:00 AM. The Michigan Department of the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War (SUVCW) as part of the Michigan Civil War Sesquicentennial has invited the 7th Michigan to participate in the annual Detroit Veterans Day parade. For people wishing to stay overnight on the 4th, arrangements have been made with the Historic Fort Wayne Coalition for them to stay at Historic Fort Wayne in the Barracks. Last year, over 56 members from 24 local SUVCW Camps from all over Michigan and Civil War reenactment organizations marched in the parade. The parade is sponsored by the Metro Detroit Veteran’s Coalition and is considered an official Michigan Civil War Sesquicentennial Event. This is a chance to help honor our Civil War Veterans along side of the veterans of America’s other conflict.

The Sights and Sounds of the War Between the States will come alive at Historic Bowens Mills October 27 & 28, 2012 as The It’s Cider Time Festivals continues. There will be a Battle both Saturday and Sunday at 3:00 PM. Civil War Living History Encampment is the feature this weekend, along with tours of the old mill, cider making, live music and horse drawn rides. The fun begins at 12 noon and lasts until 5 pm. The Civil War event is sponsored by Owen & Carleen Sabin and many loyal reenactors from Michigan and neighboring states. Artillery demonstrations along with numerous military and civilian demonstrations though out the day.

Plenty of military and civilian camp sites available. Straw is provided, one half bale per person. Hay will be provided for mounted cavalry. Fire wood also provided and located near all camps. Free Saturday evening meal served to all reenactors. Other activities: Ladies tea, fashion show (competition), baking contest, battle, skirmishing, and on-going entertainment. Saturday night will feature night time artillery firing, mini-concert, Lincoln address and Military Ball. Sunday: church service, tactical, skirmishing, pay call, and battle. Hosts: 19th Virginia Infantry, Company C, 50th Virginia Infantry, Company D, and 49th Indiana Volunteer Infantry, Company F.

The 150th anniversary reenactment of the battle of Shepherdstown will be portrayed. The 4th Michigan and the US Sharp Shooters will be the federal regiments portrayed while the Confederates will portray AP Hill’s Light Division. There also will be a tactical on Saturday.

he 150th anniversary reenactment of the battle of Shepherdstown will be portrayed. The 4th Michigan and the US Sharp Shooters will be the federal regiments portrayed while the Confederates will portray AP Hill’s Light Division. There also will be a tactical on Saturday.

Sponsored by the National Park Service. Information regarding the anniversary living history program is still being finalized. Website: http://www.nps.gov/ancm/index.htm and search Antietam National Battle Anniversary Weekend (The 2012 information is currently not posted, but will be later).

The Battle of Antietam, also known as the Battle of Sharpsburg, was fought on September 17, 1862, near Sharpsburg, Maryland, and Antietam Creek, as part of the Maryland Campaign, and was the first major battle in the American Civil War to take place on Northern soil. It was the bloodiest single-day battle in American history, with about 23,000 casualties. For the reenactment, Brian Gesuero wil be the Commander of the Southern Forces and Darrell Markijohn will be the Federal Commander. Sponsored by Civil War Heritage, PO Box 3412, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania 17325. You may register for the event by going to http://www.150thantietamreenactment.com./registration.htm