Nestled in the apple growing foothills of historic Oak Glen, Riley’s Farm is a working apple orchard and living history farm featuring pick-your-own fruit, living history education, dinner theatre, group banquet facilities and extended, historically-themed overnight stays.
“In the beauty of the lilies Christ was born across the sea,
With a glory in His bosom that transfigures you and me.
As He died to make men holy, let us die to make men free,
While God is marching on.” – Julia Ward Howe
This event is a great opportunity for families and individuals to experience a a taste of one of the greatest and most terrible conflicts in human history. This event features artillery demonstrations, fifes and drums, infantry battles, and much more!
Bakery, Store and BBQ will be offered only on Saturday.
10:00 am – Event Begins
10:30 am – Drilling
11:00 am – Artillery Demonstration
11:30 am – Mountain Fifes and Drums
12:00 pm – Battle
1:00 pm – U.S. Colored Troops: African – Americans Fighting for Freedom and Equality
1:15 pm – Baseball
2:00 pm – Mountain Fifes and Drums
2:30 pm — Battle
3:00 pm – Dr. Malarkey’s Field Hospital
3:30 pm — Fastest Gun Contest
4:00 pm – Event Ends
Archery, Tomahawks, Candle Dipping, Live Music & Civil War Camp Life