Oklahoma History Center Presents Civil War Saturday

Contact: Jason Harris
(405) 522-0785
jharris@okhistory.org

Oklahoma City, OK
May 5, 2009
For Immediate Release

Mark your calendars and load up the family for a hands-on incursion into the past at the Oklahoma History Center.

On May 30, 2009, the Civil War in the Indian Territory will come to life at the Oklahoma History Center for the 2nd Annual Civil War Saturday, a unique hands-on program for the entire family.

Numerous learning stations will allow both children and adults to experience the sights and sounds of the Civil War. The program will run continuously throughout the day from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. allowing families to arrive at any time.

This year’s learning stations will allow visitors of all ages to explore the Civil War. Among the military related activities will be infantry drill, camp life, army food, weapons, medicine and artillery drill. A variety of uniforms and equipment used by both the Union and Confederate armies will be displayed and explained.

Activities centered on civilian life will include wet plate photography, music, fashion, blacksmithing, refugee life and more. Everyone will want to stop in and visit our period traveling tavern!

While at the History Center visitors will enjoy a special 10% discount at the museum store for the day. Admission to this year’s program is just $5.00 per vehicle.

For more information on Civil War Saturday please contact Jason Harris at (405) 522-0785 or by email at jharris@okhistory.org.