Mark the birthdate of Ohio Civil War hero and 19th U.S. President Rutherford B. Hayes by experiencing life during the Civil War. More than 500 costumed re-enactors camp on the grounds of the President’s 25-acre estate for this two-day event. Soldiers conduct military drills, chat with visitors and re-create a Civil War battle on the lawn in front of the Hayes Home. Vendors of period wares and food set up canvas tents along “Sutlers’ Row” to ply their trades.

The highlight of the weekend is a formal, military graveside service. President Barack Obama’s representatives will be on hand. Veterans, re-enactors, and active-service military personnel also take part in this solemn, moving observance. Special discounted tours of the Hayes Home and Hayes Museum are available to Reenactment attendees. This spectacular living-history event is sponsored by Memorial Health Care System, with additional funding from Mosser Construction.

Location:

Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center
Spiegel Grove
Fremont, Ohio 43420

Admission:

Children: 2.00
Children pricing is for ages 6-12.
Adults: 4.00
12 and over
Adults: 4.00
12 and over
FREE PARKING

Special Offers: Encampment Discount

For more information: http://www.rbhayes.org/hayes/