Equipped for Battle

Location of Sailor's Creek Battlefield State Park in Virginia

Where

Program Location: Visitor Center
Main Park Address: Sailor's Creek Battlefield State Park, 6541 Saylers Creek Rd., Rice, VA 23966.

When

Aug. 30, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

"Equipped for Battle" is an opportunity to learn about the typical items soldiers from the American Civil War would have worn and carried with them into battle. With tangible items on display including modern reproduction uniforms, hats and weapons visitors will be able to handle, try on and see up close the equipment used by both Union and Confederate armies with descriptions for each provided by a Battlefield Park Ranger. The program occurs throughout the day from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

soldier reenactor

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: No.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 804-561-7510
Email Address: SailorsCreek@dcr.virginia.gov