BURY THE SILVER!
THE RAIDERS RETURN!
2007 Civil War Reenactment
At Gorman Heritage Farm!
Saturday-Sunday, July 21-22, 2007
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Cost: Adults .. $6.00
Kids (3-17) and Seniors (65+) .. $4.00
Group Rates Available -
e-mail for information
Sponsored by
Entertainment ...
Crafts ... Kids' Activities ... Refreshments ...Music ... More!
Come and see old friends as Morgan's Raiders return to
Gorman Heritage Farm to reenact the "acquisition" of horses from our
historic 1835 Bank Barn. This was a great event last year, and the
2007 reenactment promises to be bigger, better and more informative than
last year!
Reenactment
 The
highlight of the weekend is sure to be our battle reenactment.
Infantry, cavalry, artillery and sharpshooters will all have their roles
to play in this reenactment of Morgan's famous raid through southern Ohio
and Indiana. The battle will
take place both Saturday and Sunday afternoons, but there is much more
going on!
Guests are also welcome to visit the encampment, smell the wood fires, and
see how the soldiers lived.
Character Reenactors
 Hear
history come alive as you speak with characters from the 1860's.
From General John Hunt Morgan to the military surgeon to ladies of the day
... they'll all be here to help you learn of life during the Civil War
Era. The schedule of the day will feature informational talks with
John Hunt Morgan, other Union and Confederate officers and soldiers, a
surgeon, itinerant craftspeople and even a Sunday morning period church
service. Come early and make a day of it, because you don't want to
miss a thing!
Sutlers' Row
 Catch
the reenactment bug? Be sure to stop and visit our sutlers (vendors)
for a complete selection of uniforms, civilian clothes, ladies' dresses
and bonnets, books, and even a few souvenirs of the event!
Greg
Jowaisas
Crowd favorite
Greg Jowaisas returns with his
entertaining, educational and informative blend of traditional American
music. A former school teacher, Greg presents more than just the
music, giving his audience a chance to feel and learn the history behind the
songs. He brings a number of different period instruments with him,
allowing listeners to experience the diversity of our American musical
heritage first-hand. And of course, Greg's music is so engaging that you
can't help but tap your feet and sing along!
Underground Railroad
 Take
your own journey on the Underground Railroad, and learn some of the
history, lore and important people of the abolitionist movement. Visitors
will experience some of the challenges faced by fugitives seeking freedom
from the cruelty of life in slavery. Names and stories will come to
life as we highlight the important part that Southern Ohio played in the
struggle for freedom.
Kids' Activities
Hey kids .. did you know that families in
the 1860's got their food from the land, not from the supermarket?
And that they buried their money, jewelry and other valuables in the
ground to keep the soldiers from taking them as they passed through?
Well, here's your chance to be a part of that history, as you dig in the
Gorman Heritage Farm vegetable patch. Who knows? You may find some historic
gold pieces!
Kids will also get the chance to march like the soldiers, and have their
pictures taken in Civil War-type uniforms! They can even help build a farm
cabin! And, as always, visit with our
friendly animals!
Antique Quilts
The Gorman Heritage Farm Quilters will be on
hand to display handmade quilts, both old and new. Quilt patterns
had many meanings to their creators. Take a few minutes to create
your own quilt patterns and to work a little bit of stitchery in this
time-honored tradition.
"Win the Book"
There is a lot to learn about the United
States in the 1800's. From the early abolitionist movement to the
Underground Railroad to the U.S. Civil War, this is one of the most
formative periods in US history. Half Price Books would like to help
you learn more about America's past by sponsoring special book drawings at
each of the program stations at this year's Morgan's Raid Reenactment.
As you go through the Farm, be sure to look for the Half Price Books logo
and enter drawings to "Win the Book!"
Members Only - Dinner with the
Reenactors!
 GHF members are invited to come to the farm after the
Morgan's Raid Reenactment to spend the evening with the soldiers ... enjoy
a farm dinner, "USO" type show, and night artillery firing.
Special entertainment will be provided by the Hills of Kentucky Dulcimer
Society. There will be a charge for dinner, and
reservations are required, as space will be limited. Call the Farm or
e-mail Vicki Foster to make a reservation.
For more information, call the Farm at
513-563-6663, or send us an
e-mail.
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