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Wisconsin, the 30th state to be accepted into the Union, was granted statehood in 1848.

State Capitol rotunda, Madison
 

Civil War Experience


August 30 - 31, 2008

Eagle

Discover how the Civil War affected life on the Wisconsin home front as uniformed Union troops march, drill and prepare to go to war at this re-created Civil War encampment. Meet and mingle with soldiers of the Old Northwest Volunteers. Tour a Yankee home in mourning and learn about some of the different mourning customs of the mid-19th century. Attend a campaign rally and cast a vote for president (Saturday only). Participate in a Civil War funeral (Sunday only). Website www.oldworldwisconsin.org Details Address

Old World Wisconsin
S103 W37890 State Road 67
Eagle, WI 53119


Contact Information
Voice: 262-594-6300
Toll Free: 866-944-7483
Email: oww@wisconsinhistory.org

Event Date Detail
8/30/2008-8/31/2008

Sun, Sat 10am-5pm