General Grant's Home Front Reenactment & Encampment
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Sat, Apr 26 – Sun, Apr 27, 2025 • 9:00am - 4:00pm
91 Bouthillier St., Galena, IL 61036
Experience life in the 1860s through a Living History Encampment and Civil War Battle.
Enjoy the Sanitary Fair (a Civil War Ladies Bazaar supporting our troops) with beautiful handmade items for sale.
This is a family friendly event with the chance to interact with re-enactors portraying both military and civilians in the 1860's during the war. Meet General Grant and his staff, see a medical demonstration, and have your child "drill" with the troops!
Battles each day: Saturday at 11:30am, Sunday at 1:30pm.
Watch history come alive in Galena Country!
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Free admission for ages 12 & under.
Free admission for people in full scout uniform or military uniform.
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