The Civil War Encampment & Reenactment
puts you in the middle of the action as Union and Confederate forces prepare to meet in battle. You can walk amid the tent camps of both armies as soldiers prepare meals on open fires, sleep on mattresses of straw, and speak in hushed tones lest the nearby enemy hear them.

Over 500 reeanctors will be on hand October 4 & 5 on the grounds of a presidential estate to help celebrate the life of Civil War hero and 19th U.S. President Rutherford B. Hayes. This year's event falls on the President's birthdate (October 4).

Costumed reenactors immerse themselves in the lifestyles of the 19th century to help visitors better understand the war, the hardships it caused, and the heavy toll it exacted in American lives lost. An exciting highlight of their efforts is the re-creation of the Battle of Opequon Creek - a conflict in which Rutherford B. Hayes played a decisive role. Three battle re-creations take place (two Saturday, one Sunday). For a full list of events click here.

Event admission is $3/adults, $1/children 6-12.
(Discounted tours of the Hayes Home and Museum are available during the weekend.)

Sponsorship provided by


For a map of public parking areas and free shuttle stop click here.

Sutler & Reenactor registration is available here.