8th Annual Civil War Living History Weekend

Cameron Art Museum commemorates the 148th anniversary of Battle of Forks Road on the museum's historic site with two days of family fun interacting with Confederate, Union and U.S. Colored Troops reenactors. FREE ADMISSION

Enjoy reenactors, Battle of Forks Road skirmish both days, sutlers, period music throughout the weekend with B. Matthew Neiburger and John Currie, family hands-on art activities, pottery demonstrations and more.

The weekend’s activities will also include an opening ceremony on Saturday, February 9, 10:30 am on the grounds, illustrated lecture by Dr. Chris Fonvielle, Jr, 12:30 pm, and Saturday evening Civil War Ghost Walk on CAM’s site 6:30 pm and 8:00 pm, space is limited, pre-registration required for the Ghost Walk.
Register for the Ghost Walk

Parking is available across from CAM at New Hanover Regional Medical Center and the former PPD lots.

Battlefield Map

battlefield map cameron art museum

Recruitment Poster

reenactor recruitment poster

the battle of forks road


Reenactor Registration

Register Here

Event Schedule

  • Opening Ceremonies: Feb 9th 10:30AM
  • Illustrated Lecture from Chris Fonvielle: Feb 9th 12:30PM
  • Ghost Walk: Feb 9th 6:30PM & 8:00PM
  • School Tours: Feb 7th & 8th
  • Public Days: Feb 9th & 10th

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Reenactor Registration Form

Please Download and fill in the Registration Form.
AND the Reenactor Waiver.

Save your completed forms and e-mail to Larry Croom at flatfish@ec.rr.com

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