Columns Museum to host Civil War ‘living history’ program
Milford. Watch as reenactors demonstrate life in a camp during the Civil War.
Milford /
| 29 Apr 2024 | 03:39
A photo of two solders dressed in Civil War-era garb. (
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The Pike County Historical Society will once again host a living history program and Civil War encampment on the grounds of The Columns Museum, located at 608 Broad Street in Milford. The event will take place between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 11.
The members of the 142nd Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Company G reenactors, and others, will be on hand to demonstrate life in camp during the Civil War as well as depict the routines of civilians, including period dress, weaponry, food, medicine and folk lore of the times.
As an added attraction, President Abraham Lincoln will be in camp from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with a special address given at 1 p.m.
The cost of entry is $10 and includes admission to the Museum where you can explore two floors of Pike County history, including the famed Lincoln flag. The Hiawatha Stage Coach will be out for viewing as well. Food and beverages will be available for purchase from 12 to 3 p.m.
For more information, visit the Museum website at pikehistorical.org or call 570-296-8126.