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Upcoming Civil War shows, battlefield tours, reenactments, seminars, living history programs, and auctions in Richmond, Virginia.
Dates: Nov. 14
The 45th Central Virginia Military Antique Show at Meadow Event Park in Doswell, a one-day Saturday show.
Dates: Nov. 14
Petersburg National Battlefield will honor veterans past and present at the Annual Luminary Program at Poplar Grove National Cemetery. From 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm, visit Poplar Grove National Cemetery for a meaningful evening of illuminating the gravesites of those who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of their country. Beyond the 6,000 luminaries, this powerful event offers an opportunity to learn about a few of the known burials at the cemetery. During the program, Park Rangers will be throughout the cemetery waiting to share the stories of those laid to rest at Poplar Grove National Cemetery. There is no parking available at Poplar Grove National Cemetery during the program. Petersburg National Battlefield is providing a free shuttle from Richard Bland College, 11301 Johnson Road, Petersburg. This free shuttle will provide transportation to and from the cemetery between 5:00 pm and 8:30 pm. Shuttle buses will be available to transport volunteers from Richard Bland College to Poplar Grove National Cemetery beginning at 3:30 pm.
Dates: Dec. 19
Poplar Grove National Cemetery 12:00 PM - Ceremony at Rostrum Wreath placement immediately following the ceremony. Parking at Richard Bland College only. (11301 Johnson Road) Free shuttle buses to and from the cemetery starting at 10:45 am and runs every 15 minutes. Limited parking for individuals with disabilities is available at the cemetery. Wreaths Across America’s mission is to place wreaths on the graves of military service members buried in national cemeteries. For more information about the Wreaths Across America program, go to wreathsacrossamerica.org.
Dates: March 4–6
The American Numismatic Association’s spring convention — a national-scale coin show with dealers, exhibits, and educational programs. Venue to be announced by the ANA.
Dates: May 21–23
The North-South Skirmish Association (N-SSA) will hold its 155th National Competition October 1-3, 2027 at Fort Shenandoah near Winchester, Virginia. Member units compete in live-fire matches with…