Civil War Adventure
“Now we are engaged in a great civil war, testing whether that nation, or any nation so conceived and so dedicated, can long endure.” — Abraham Lincoln, Gettysburg, November 19, 1863
Experience a sojourn in America’s past, exploring the conflict that divided state from state and brother from brother. The skilled staff of Civil War living historians, help your students and family imagine the contours of Civil War life in a way that motivates ongoing study. Start the day off with a rousing town meeting in which your group must debate the war then decide whether to secede, join the union, or stay neutral. All sides will get a chance to argue their point, as you relive the Maryland State Assembly. After voting in the Assembly, spend time with Confederate and Union soldiers as they teach you about their home states and the issues they face. The Civil War comes to life as you experience activities such as a regiment drill, a visit to the Surgeon’s infirmary, and perhaps a lesson in 19th century etiquette, along with various other posts. Once finished with all your camp posts, you will be given a soldier’s ration of lemonade, cornbread, cheese, an apple, and dried beef.
And finally at the end of the day, all your students participate in a large mock battle, reenacting the Battle of Malvern Hill. Fight for your home and land as a Southerner, or uphold the Union and fight to keep the country together as a Northerner. Given the muskets they are drilled with, all students will be lead into battle by one of our commanding officers.
- No late registrations or refunds will be processed after the closing date. No Exceptions
- Special Guidelines: Space is limited; first serve basis. Recommended for grades 5th –8th; however, open to all grade levels. (Subject to change).
- All Students must be accompanied by a registered adult through PayPal.
- Note: If you have multiple Homeschool students, each Homeschool student must be registered for all Field Trips using their own designated flex fund account. Any duplicate orders for the same field trip on one student’s account will not be allowed.
- Field Trip Photography Disclaimer: “Please be advised that photographs will be taken at this event for possible use on the SCS website, marketing materials, and/or all other SCS publications. If you do not want you or your child to be photographed please advise the Field Trip Coordinator.
- How to Cancel: Forward your registration confirmation email receipt to field.trips@springscs.org with a detailed notation to cancel by the deadline date indicated on each field trip.
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