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Civil War Days Charging into Chesterfield

The historical event takes place Aug. 11-12 on the Chesterfield Historical Village grounds on Sugarbush.

The Civil War is returning to Chesterfield Township.

Live history encampments, battle skirmishes, 12-pound cannon fire demonstrations and a special appearance by Michigan Cavalry Brigade members will complete the summer event.

Chesterfield Civil War Days runs from 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Aug. 11 and Aug. 12 at the , 47275 Sugarbush. First State Bank, the 15th Michigan Volunteer Infantry, the 8th Arkansas Infantry and the Chesterfield Historical Society are event sponsors, according to the historical society.

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Donations of $1 per adult and $2 per families is suggested. 

Look for the event's daily schedule on the Chesterfield Historical Society Facebook page or call Roy and Eileen Rivard at 587-749-3713 for more information.

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Watch Patch's video of the Civil War reenactment last year here.


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