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 township's Historical Village, 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. 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 …
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Christy Arboscello
8:10 am on Friday, July 20, 2012
Thanks for sharing. Anne! more ›