The Reenactment
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Prepare to be transported back to 1864 to a small but growing railroad town in central Missouri. Re-live everyday life with food, entertainment, crafts, vendors, musicians, storytellers and the reenactment of The Battle of Centralia on both Saturday and Sunday.
There will be participating events for men, women and children of all ages. The event is brought to you by Friends of Centralia Battlefield, a 501c3 non-profit organization. There is no charge for any events of the weekend with the exception of parking. Food and souvenirs may be purchased at your discretion. The Battlefield The battlefield is 3 1/2 miles southeast of the town of Centralia, Missouri. Music Don't expect rap, hip-hop, rock and roll or heavy metal for entertainment. The event will have traditional musicians and singers. You're more than likely to hear a banjo and a fife. |
Map of Centralia, Missouri |
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The Reenactors
All settlers and soldiers are dressed in Civil War garb and they will interact with guests as if the clock had been turned back to 1864.
Historians
Historians and storytellers will be on location for those interested in the history of the Civil War and the strife it caused all who lived
through it.
Traditional Foods
Try some of the food fare that the folks of the region enjoyed during the time period. Don't worry, there will also be a wide variety of
today's favorites like burgers and popcorn.
Vendors
Vendors at the events will offer everything from time period crafts to photographs of the family in 19th Century fashions.
All settlers and soldiers are dressed in Civil War garb and they will interact with guests as if the clock had been turned back to 1864.
Historians
Historians and storytellers will be on location for those interested in the history of the Civil War and the strife it caused all who lived
through it.
Traditional Foods
Try some of the food fare that the folks of the region enjoyed during the time period. Don't worry, there will also be a wide variety of
today's favorites like burgers and popcorn.
Vendors
Vendors at the events will offer everything from time period crafts to photographs of the family in 19th Century fashions.
