American Civil War Re-enactment Event

bath | miscellaneous | event notice Monday September 28, 2009 23:29 by Simon Morse - Southern Skirmish Association

American Civil War Re-enactment by the Southern Skirmish Association

Come along to watch our authentic skirmish and drill displays at The American Museum in Britain and experience life during this monumental chapter in history. Walk through our camps and talk to our enthusiastic re-enactors about the history and details of this period (1861-1865) and the equipment we use.

Our artillery and infantry skirmishes will take place on Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th October 2009 in the grounds of The American Museum in Britain, Claverton Manor, Bath BA2 7BD

For further information phone Telephone 01225 460503
www.americanmuseum.org or visit our websites at www.soskan.co.uk

Other attractions at The American Museum in Britain

In the main house on the ground and first floors there are a spectacular series of diverse and authentically furnished rooms,
tracing the American way of life from colonial times to the mid 19th century. The Textile Room displaying American quilts and other textiles is located on the first floor.

The American Heritage Exhibition. This is a permanent exhibition. For small kids and grown up kids to have fun with touch screens and question boards and more.

A temporary exhibition is held each year in the Exhibition Gallery the 2009 Exhibition is American Beauty: Art from Craft in 19th Century America

There are extensive grounds containing a copy of part of George Washington’s Mount Vernon Garden and there is an American Arboretum.

Opening times on both days: 12.00 – 5.00 pm. Last entry into the house 4.00 pm

Admission prices:
Museum, Grounds and Exhibition (American Beauty: Art from Craft in 19th Century America):
Adult £8.00
Concession £7.00
Children (5-16) £4.50
Family Ticket (2 adults & 2 children 5-16) £21.50

Grounds and Exhibition:
Adult £5.50
Concession £4.50
Children (5-16) £3.50

Free parking