FREEDOM JUBILEE
The Dauphin County Commissioners invite the community to a series of special summer events, hosted by Dauphin County and several nonprofit and community organizations, in commemoration of the Civil War Sesquicentennial. History will come alive at events like Lincoln on the Lawn, Rollick on the River, the National Civil War Museum’s "1863" Exhibit and more. This Freedom Jubilee will highlight the county’s rich and vibrant history during the Civil War.
 "1863" ExhibitRunning through December 31st, 2013
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Adults $10, Seniors $9, Students $8 One Lincoln Circle at Reservoir Park
Harrisburg, PA 17103
The National Civil War Museum presents, "1863" as the third changing exhibit in a series of
commemorative exhibits for the 150th anniversary of the American Civil War. Exhibit content includes a timeline of key events and battles that occurred each month, as well as graphics and a variety of artifacts and documents.  Bethel Heritage Trail
Beginning Monday, April 1 st, 2013 Friends of the Bethel Trail c/o Jump Street Inc.
100 North Cameron Street, 2nd Floor Harrisburg, PA 17191 717-238-1887 friendsofbetheltrail@gmail.comThe Friends of Bethel Trail will launch an installation of eight interpretive panels that serve as a self-guided heritage trail. Its pathway follows the landmark sites of the Bethel AME congregation and community across Harrisburg's urban development. The route begins at Harrisburg's Amtrak station, travels through Aberdeen St., along Commonwealth Ave, and ends at the ridge at 6 th and Herr. Two panels at each of four locations along the pathway honor the service and legacy of the African American patriots of the Civil War. The trail also highlights important and historic civic events in Harrisburg during the 50 th anniversary - 1911, the 100 th anniversary in 1961, and present day Civil War 150 th commemoration years. A free self-guided map/brochure will be distributed at key locations along the trail and special guided walking tours will be provided from Memorial Day to Labor Day. A formal dedication and inauguration of the trail will occur on June 30th. (Additional details below.) A special edition commemorative anthology, "The Bethel Heritage Trail - Unfinished Work!" will be published in November concurrent with Pennsylvania's commemoration of the 150th anniversary of the Gettysburg Address. The anthology includes articles by Todd Mealy, Lenwood Sloan, George Sheets, Dorothy Kin, and Calobe Jackson with a special forward by Dr. Michael Barton. Trail installation managed by Jeb Stuart. Panels and publication graphics designed by Nancy Mendes.
 Living History Schedule
April - September
Saturday Demonstrations:
11 AM, 1 PM, 3 PM
Sunday Demonstrations: 1 PM, 3 PM
Included in Museum admission
The National Civil War Museum
One Lincoln Circle at Reservoir Park
Harrisburg, PA 17103
(717) 260-1861
Join the National Civil War Museum as they host a number of encampments throughout the next few months which include Confederate dismounted cavalry, Confederate & Union infantry units, loading and firing demonstrations and much more.
Museum visitors will see flash and smell the smoke of Civil War muskets and rifles. Visitors are encouraged to visit the camps and ask living historians questions about their attire, food rations and daily life.
April 13 - 14 Palmetto Guard & Pennsylvania Bucktails
April 27 - 28 Palmetto Guard
June 1 - 2 Confederation of Union Generals
June 8 - 9 Federal Generals
June 15 - 16 44th Georgia
June 22 - 23 27th New Jersey
July 27 - 28 Palmetto Guard
August 3 - 4 4th North Carolina Cavalry
September 14 - 15 Confederation of Union Generals
September 28 - 29 7th Tennessee Co. A
 Objects of Valor: Commemorating the Civil War in Pennsylvania
Opens Saturday, April 20th, 2013
Included in Museum admission
The State Museum of Pennsylvania
300 North Street
Harrisburg, PA 17120
(717) 787- 4980
To coincide with the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, The State Museum will open a refurbished gallery highlighting the Commonwealth’s efforts to preserve Pennsylvania’s Civil War legacy through original artifacts from The State Museum’s permanent collections.
The upgraded gallery will feature a new design that will evoke the original setting in which its centerpiece, Peter Rothermel’s epic painting, “Battle of Gettysburg – Pickett’s Charge,” was displayed. Finished in 1870 and regarded as the largest Civil War battle scene ever painted on a single canvas, the painting has been on nearly continuous exhibit at the Museum since the present building opened in 1965. The occasion of the Gettysburg battle’s 150th anniversary offers an opportunity to re-appreciate this masterpiece and other historic pieces from the museum’s collections. These treasured items have long been pivotal in visualizing and memorializing Pennsylvania’s Civil War experience for the millions of visitors, past and present, who have seen it during its 142-year display history.
 A Page out of Godey's Lady's Book:
An Exhibit of Civil War Era DressesMay 1 st - December 22 nd, 2013 Tuesday - Saturday: 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM Sunday: 12:00 PM - 4:30 PM Adults $5, Seniors $4, Students/Children $3.00 Fort Hunter Mansion
5300 N. Front Street Harrisburg, PA 17110 (717) 599-5751 View six Civil War era women's dresses dating from 1858 - 1865, from the Fort Hunter collection. Probably the most distinctive signature of Civil War era clothing for ladies was the hoop skirt, fashion in the 1860's featured the hoop skirt as its largest width. Don't miss this rare opportunity to see high quality, period clothing. The exhibit is part of the guided tour of the Fort Hunter Mansion.  USCT Hallowed Grounds ProjectSaturday, May 25 th, 2013 - Monday, November 19 th, 2013 c/o Jump Street Inc.
100 North Cameron Street, 2nd Floor Harrisburg, PA 17191 717-238-1887 mscmtyldy@aol.comWhile the nation looks on with awe and respect each fall during the commemorations at Gettysburg National Cemetery, hundreds of committed stewards across the commonwealth work diligently year round with little notice and few resources to conserve the grave site of United State Colored Troops. While preserving the grave sites, they also help to keep the USCT legacy alive. The Pennsylvania Hallowed Grounds Project, supported in part by Jump Street Inc. and United Way, join civic, cultural, and conservation workers on the front line of preservation as we roll up our sleeves and stick our hands in history! Twelve Central Pennsylvania Hallowed Ground Sites have been identified for conservation and commemoration activities in 2013. We invite you to join us in these efforts. Conservation activity dates:Saturday, May 25, 2013
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Midland Cemetery, Steelton, PA
Monday, May 27, 2013
10:00 AM
Locust Grove Cemetery, Shippensburg, PA
Monday, May 27, 2013
2:00 PM
Memorial Day Service at Lincoln Cemetery in Mechanicsburg, PA
Saturday, June 1, 2013
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
"Replacing Invasive Plants with Native Pennsylvania Perennial Plants"
Midland Cemetery, Steelton, PA
Saturday, July 6, 2013
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
"Constructing Historic Split Rail Fencing
Lincoln Cemetery, Mechanicsburg, PA
Friday, September 6, 2013
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
United Way Day of Caring
Held at all four sites (Midland Cemetery, Steelton; Lincoln Cemetery, Penbrook; Lincoln Cemetery, Mechanicsburg)
Saturday, September 14, 2013
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Locust Grove Cemetery, Shippensburg, PA Saturday, October 5, 2013 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Cleaning, Maintenance and Repair of Historic Headstones Stevens Greenland Cemetery, Lancaster, PA Tuesday, November 19, 2013 11:00 AM Remembrance Day & USCT Commemoration - Grave Site of Charles Parker and Henry Gooden National Cemetery, Gettysburg, PA  PA Firefighters during the Civil WarOpens June 2013 Tuesday - Saturday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Adults $6; Seniors/Students $5
Pennsylvania National Fire Museum
1820 North Fourth Street
Harrisburg, PA 17102
(717) 232-8915
Numerous artifacts of fire equipment and fire company operations during the Civil War period throughout the museum will be highlighted. Several aspects of the exhibit will feature known fire companies in the Commonwealth, military units composted of firefighters, firehouse mascots and major incidents which occurred throughout Pennsylvania whether by accident or through sabotage. The 1840 Agnew hand pumper owned by the Undine Fire Company of Bellefonte is being readied to operational condition. This little fire engine has a direct connection to Civil War Governor Andrew Curtain.
The Confederate Approach on Harrisburg
Tuesday, June 25th, 2013
7:00 PM
Wildwood Park - Nature Center
100 Wildwood Way
Harrisburg, PA 17710
Cooper H. Wingert is the author of 7 books on the Civil War. At the age of 14, he is already a respected author and historian. He will discuss his latest book, The Confederate Approach on Harrisburg: The Gettysburg Campaign's Northernmost Reaches, which covers the actions throughout Cumberland County, in addition to covering what was unfolding in the city of Harrisburg during the invasion of June 1863. After his presentation, he will autograph his books.
 Music of the Civil War
Saturday, June 29th, 2013
Various times between 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Broad Street Market
1233 North 3rd Street
Harrisburg, PA 17102
(717) 236-7923
Vocalists from the Susquehanna Chorale will be performing music of the Civil War era while shoppers enjoy the hustle and bustle of this historic market. The Broad Street Market, founded in 1860, is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Harrisburg and is one of the oldest continuously operating farmer's markets in the country. During the Civil War, the market helped to feed the 300,000 Union soldiers who mustered through nearby Camp Curtain.
 Tea with Clara Barton
Saturday, June 29th, 2013
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
$15
The John Harris and Simon Cameron Mansion
219 S. Front Street
Harrisburg, PA 17104
(717) 233-3462
Miss Clara Barton, of Washington DC, the Angel of the Battlefield, will be our guest speaker during this open house and tea at the Harris-Cameron Mansion, former home of Simon Cameron, United States Senator, Secretary of War in the Cabinet of President Lincoln and Minister to Russia in 1862.
Miss Barton will tell of her early career as an educator and her time in the employ of the Federal Government, where she was the first woman to hold a government job. She will also discuss her significant and groundbreaking efforts, beginning with the Baltimore Riots in 1861, to provide and organize medical care for our wounded Union soldiers.
Finally, Miss Barton will share with us her activities in the years following the war, including her leadership of the Office of Missing Soldiers, her activism on behalf of woman's suffrage and black civil rights and her service as founder and first President of the American Red Cross.
You will not want to miss this opportunity to spend the afternoon with a remarkable humanitarian, a true history maker and woman of great substance.
Clara Barton will be portrayed by American Historical Theater Actress, Pat Jordan, who has interpreted Miss Barton at venues throughout the United States.
Call the Dauphin County Historical Society at 717-233-3462 or email office@dauphincountyhistory.org to reserve your seat today!
 Rollick on the River
Saturday, June 29th, 2013
6:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Free
Fort Hunter Mansion and Park
5300 N. Front Street
Harrisburg, PA 17110
(717) 599-5188
Join the Dauphin County Parks & Recreation Department as they commemorate the 150th Anniversary of the Civil War. Bring lawn chairs and the entire family to this "down home" event on the lawn of the Historic Fort Hunter Mansion, along the beautiful Susquehanna River. This event will feature live music, historical actors, a free ice cream social, and interactive children's activities. Watch the river, at the close of the evening, as fireworks light up the night sky!
 Bethel Heritage Trail & Commemoration of African American Patriots of the Civil War
Sunday, June 30th, 2013
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Free
Soldiers Grove (near the fountain)
Capitol Complex
Harrisburg, PA
(717) 599-5188
Join the Friends of Bethel Heritage Trail, the Bethel AME Church, and Dauphin County as they host a commemoration. Take the Bethel Heritage Trail Tour at 3:00 PM. Join us back in Soldiers Grove at 4:00 PM for the Bethel AME Village Civil War Church Praise Service followed at 5:30 PM by a "Farewell Procession" lead by USCT Color Guard and Troops in commemoration of the Harrisburg Militia march to the train station.
 Lincoln on the Lawn
Sunday, June 30th, 2013
8:30 PM
Free
The National Civil War Museum
One Lincoln Circle at Reservoir Park
Harrisburg, PA 17103
(717) 260-1861
The National Civil War Museum presents the 2012 blockbuster hit “Lincoln”. Steven Spielberg directs two-time Academy Award® winner Daniel Day-Lewis in “Lincoln,” a revealing drama that focuses on the 16th President’s tumultuous final months in office. In a nation divided by war and the strong winds of change, Lincoln pursues a course of action designed to end the war, unite the country and abolish slavery. With the moral courage and fierce determination to succeed, his choices during this critical moment will change the fate of generations to come.
The National Civil War Museum will be open free to the public from 5 PM – 8 PM.
 Marching Towards Harrisburg: Stories of the Civil War
Tuesday, July 2nd, 2013
12:00 PM
Free
Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts
222 Market Street
Harrisburg, PA 17101
(717) 214-ARTS(2787)
In June 1863, Confederate troops invaded the West Shore and set their sights on Harrisburg. Harrisburg wasn't just the state capital it was a vital railroad hub, the site of the first and largest training camp in the Union, and the home of Lincoln's former Secretary of War. Harrisburg civilians helped hundreds of thousands of wounded soldiers, sheltered fugitives escaping from slavery, and more. Join actor/storyteller Steve Anderson as we explore this remarkable chapter in our city's history.
 U.S. Army Field Band:
Jazz Ambassadors
Tuesday, July 2nd, 2013
8:00 PM
Free
(Must have ticket to attend. Call 717-214-ARTS)
Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts
222 Market Street
Harrisburg, PA 17101
(717) 214-ARTS (2787)
America's Big Band is the official touring big band of the United States Army. This 19-member ensemble, formed in 1969, has received great international acclaim performing America's original art form -- jazz.
Concerts by the Jazz Ambassadors are designed to entertain all types of audiences. Custom compositions and arrangements highlight the group's creative talent and gifted soloists. Their diverse repertoire includes big bad swing, bebop, Latin, contemporary jazz, standards, popular tunes, Dixieland, vocals and patriotic selections.
The band has appeared in all 50 states, Canada, Mexico, Japan, India, and throughout Europe. Notable performances include concerts at the international jazz festivals in Montreux, Switzerland; Newport, Rhode Island; Toronto, Canada; Brussels, Belgium; and the North Sea Jazz Festival in the Netherlands. In 1995, the Jazz Ambassadors performed in England, Wales, Belgium, Luxembourg, and the Czech Republic, in commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the end of World War II. The band has also been featured in unique collaborations with major orchestras, including the Detroit and Baltimore symphonies.
Media Sponsor: ABC27
Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra: A Patriotic Celebration
Wednesday, July 3rd, 2013
8:00 PM
Free
Metro Bank Park
City Island
Harrisburg, PA
Friday, July 5th, 2013
8:00 PM
Lebanon Valley College Campus
Annville, PA
Saturday, July 6th, 2013
8:00 PM
Negley Park
Lemoyne, PA
Sunday, July 7th, 2013
7:30 PM
Dickinson College Campus
Carlisle, PA
Monday, July 8th, 2013
7:30 PM
East Juniata High School
McAlisterville, PA
The Civil War: 150 Years after Gettysburg
Tuesday, September 17th, 2013
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Free
1230 North Third Street
Harrisburg, PA 17102
(717) 233-4646
This talk covers Lincoln's prewar visit to Harrisburg on Washington's birthday, February 22, 1861, the opening of Camp Curtain and its history, and Harrisburg's history during the 4 years of the Civil War. We will also discuss Lincoln's funeral procession through the United States, and the train's stop in Harrisburg with the viewing on April 21 & 22, 1865. Several Civil War artifacts will be on display along with an assortment of 1909 Lincoln postcards, including one entitled "Emancipation."
Mr. Schmick is the founding president of the Camp Curtin Historical Society/CWRT, and is also the current president. He has been recognized by the Pennsylvania State Senate and House for promoting Pennsylvania's history, and historic preservation efforts. Other awards include Gettysburg Battlefield Preservation Association's Historic Recognition Award; Cumberland County Historical Society's Historian of the Year; and the General Meade Society's Historic Recognition Award. Come and help us celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation.
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PAST EVENTS:
 150th Spring Lecture Series:
Historian Jeffrey S. Prushankin
Saturday, April 6th, 2013
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Included in Museum admission
The National Civil War Museum
One Lincoln Circle at Reservoir Park
Harrisburg, PA 17103
(717) 260-1861
"Trans-Mississippi Theater" will be presented by Historian Jeffrey S. Prushankin, the Visiting Professor in Civil War Era Studies at Millersville University. Dr. Prushankin is also a lecturer in American History at Penn State University's Abington College and an adjunct professor at Montgomery County Community College. His specialization is the Civil War.
Entrance to the lecture is included with the purchase of Museum admission. Free to Museum Members.
 They Came in Style: African American Women in the Civil War
Sunday, April 7th, 2013
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Bethel A.M.E Church
1721 N. 5th Street
Harrisburg, PA 17102
717-238-1887
Join the Friends of Bethel Trail as they celebrate the Beauty of Black Women in the 19th Century. This event will feature a fashion show and presentations by Ja'net Wood of Regalia Costumers and Barbara Franco, Executive Director of the new Gettysburg Seminary Museum.
 150th Spring Lecture Series: Historian Jeffry Wert
Saturday, April 13th, 2013
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Included in Museum admission
The National Civil War Museum
One Lincoln Circle at Reservoir Park
Harrisburg, PA 17103
(717) 260-1861
"Jeb Stuart's Ride around Gettysburg" will be presented by Historian Jeffry Wert. He is a former high-school history teacher who is a renowned scholar of the Civil War and the author of nine books, his most recent books is called "A Glorious Army: Robert E. Lee's Triumph, 1862-1863.
Entrance to the lecture is included with the purchase of Museum admission. Free to Museum Members.
 150th Spring Lecture Series:
Historian Tom Huntington
Saturday, April 20th, 2013
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Included in Museum admission
The National Civil War Museum
One Lincoln Circle at Reservoir Park
Harrisburg, PA 17103
(717) 260-1861
The third lecture of the series, "PA Civil War Trails - More than Gettysburg" will be presented by Historian Tom Huntington. Tom lives in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania, and is an editor
for Stackpole Magazines. He is the former editor of Historic Traveler and America's Civil History Magazines. His articles on historical topics have appeared in Civil War Times, America's Civil War, American Heritage, Smithsonian, Yankee, America in WWII, Air & Space, and British Heritage.
Entrance to the lecture is included with the purchase of Museum admission. Free to Museum Members.
 150th Spring Lecture Series:
Historian Michael A. Riley
Saturday, April 27th, 2013
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Included in Museum admission
The National Civil War Museum
One Lincoln Circle at Reservoir Park
Harrisburg, PA 17103
(717) 260-1861
The fourth lecture of the series, "Reynolds in 1863" will be presented by Historian Michael A. Riley. In the early 1980’s, the homestead of Major General John Fulton Reynolds in Lancaster, Pennsylvania was an adult bookstore. Michael A. Riley began a crusade to save the home of the valiant Civil War General by educating the local public about the heroic military career of their native son.
Following in these endeavors, Michael Riley has become one of the country’s foremost authorities on John F. Reynolds. Not only does Mr. Riley bear a striking resemblance to the late General, but through many years of research and contact with the remaining Reynolds family members, he has become a biographer of Reynolds and as well as a Civil War re-enactor portraying General John Reynolds. His book, "For God's Sakes, Forward!” is considered required reading for Civil War enthusiasts and fans of its officers.
Mr. Riley served as historical consultant and actor’s double for Ron Maxwell’s Civil War movie epic, Gettysburg. He also appeared as John F. Reynolds in the award-winning Gettysburg: Boys in Blue & Gray by Luminence Films. Mr. Riley continues to educate Civil War organizations, historical groups, college students, and school children with his living history portrayals and by teaching history classes.
Mr. Riley actively participates in many Civil War re-enactments. He is a member of the 30th Pennsylvania, Co. E, as was his great-grandfather John B. Riley. While he was employed as a historical consultant for Dale Gallon Historical Art in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, he was asked to pose for several of Mr. Gallon’s paintings and write essays for publication. He is currently working on the Reynolds’ family papers and editing for future publication.
Entrance to the lecture is included with the purchase of Museum admission. Free to Museum Members.
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