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January – 2023

Jan. 7-8. South Carolina. Civil War Show

Low Country Civil War Show & Sale at Omar Shrine Temple, Mount Pleasant, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-3. Sponsored by American Digger Magazine. For information, 770-362-8671, 716-574-0465, https://americandigger.com/american-digger-events/.

Jan. 20-21, Nevada. Antique Gun Show

Las Vegas Antique Arms Show at the Westgate Resort & Casino, Las Vegas, NV. Contact Cheryl Goyda at Morphy Auctions 877-968-8880 x755, cheryl.goyda@morphyauctions.com, visit www.antiquearmsshow.com for more information.

Jan. 28-29, Florida. Antique Gun Show

Florida Military Antique Collectors, Inc. at the Marian Hall, 5632 Sunrise Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33919. Contact Gary 847-863-3929. FMAC, Inc., PO Box 6518, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33932. Email: infofmac@yahoo.com, visit fmaac.tripod.com for additional information.

February

Feb. 4-5, Georgia. Civil War Show

MK Shows presents the Chickamauga (Dalton) Civil War Show at the Dalton Convention Center, in Ga., for collectors and history enthusiasts. Over 400 sale and display tables. Adults $10, Children under 12 are free. Open Sat. 9-5 and Sunday, 10-3. For info; www.MKShows.com, mike@mkshows.com.

Feb. 10, Pennsylvania. Lincoln Birthday Celebration 

Sponsored by the Union League of Philadelphia. Civil War military units, civilians, and heritage groups are welcome and encouraged to march in the parade to honor President Lincoln on his birthday. Participants will gather at the Union League by 10 a.m. Complimentary parking at Laz Garage on the N.W. corner of 15th & Sansom St. Arrive between 9-10 a.m. and obtain a parking pass. Proceed garage at 114 S. 15th St. to park. Return to the Union League. For info; awaski01@gmail.com.

Feb. 11-12, Pennsylvania. Antique Gun Show

The Forks of the Delaware Historical Arms Society, Inc. presents the Antique & Modern Arms Show at the Agricultural Hall, Allentown, PA. Contact 610-438-9006. 1350 Uhler Rd, PMB 138, Easton, PA 18040-9006. Website: http://www.allentownshow.net.

Feb. 17-19, Florida. Reenactment 

Olustee Battlefield Historic State Park will host the weekend long 46th Annual Reenactment commemorating the 159th anniversary of the Battle of Olustee. More than 1,500 living historians will give presentations of both civilian and military life during the Civil War. Events will include educational exhibits and speakers, battle reenactment, a skirmish, medical demonstrations, ladies’ tea, sutlers, artillery night firing, an old-fashioned barn dance! Spectators can visit authentic campsites, view artillery inspections, living history programs, listen to a period music and watch the battle reenactment. Festivities will end with the Battle of Olustee Ball at the Ball Tent. Period attire required. Ball is for participants only. For information; 877-635-3655; www.battleofolustee.org.

Feb. 17-18, Mississippi. Civil War Show

4th Annual Vicksburg Civil War and Old West Show and Sale in Vicksburg, MS, on Friday, February 17, 2021 (Noon to 5 p.m. CT) and Saturday, Feb 18th (9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT). Address of the show is Outlets of Vicksburg at 4000 South Frontage Road, Vicksburg, MS 39180. For info, contact Charles Pendleton at 601-218-5526 or cpendle@att.net.

Feb. 24-26, South Carolina. 29th Annual Festival of Living History

The 158th Anniversary of one of the last Confederate victories of the Civil War. Experience history coming alive during a weekend of battles, demonstrations, tours, displays, music, crafts, food, and Saturday’s Blue Grey Ball! Tour the historic log cabin, schoolhouse, jail, mercantile building, and soldier’s camps. Eight food and drink vendors on site. Three scripted battles: two on Saturday and one on Sunday. Period church service held on Sunday. All units and individual reenactors (artillery, cavalry, infantry, medical, musical, & civilian) welcome. No fee if pre-registered by Jan. 31. Walk on fee is $10. $150 bounty for first 20 full-size artillery guns registered. All impressions needed for school day at 8 a.m. on Friday. American military impressions from all war periods (colonial through the Gulf Wars) are needed for our Military Timeline. Pioneer and Native Americans welcome. For information; www.battleofaiken.com or battleofaiken@aol.com.

March

April

April 7-8, Tennessee. Military Collectors Association Show

Two shows a year since 1976. Over 325 tables of Militaria from all periods. Most is usually WW1 and WW2 with some Civil War and Gulf War. Tables are always sold out so new dealers may need to get on a short waiting list. Franklin Marriott Cool Springs Hotel, 700 Cool Springs Blvd, Franklin, TN 37067. Just off I-65 at exit 68-A. $5.00 admission and free parking. Friday Public Noon-5:pm, Saturday 8:am till 3:pm. TMCA hotline 615-661-9379. www.tmcaonline.org, email TMCA@comcast.net. This show is open to the public. The TMCA has been around since 1976 with over 1200 active club members. Our shows are on the Friday and Saturday just before Easter and just after Thanksgiving Day. This is probably the friendliest show you will ever attend. The TMCA is a non-profit club, not a for-profit enterprise. We strive to keep cost low and simply have fun enjoying the hobby of collecting Militaria.

April 13-16, Georgia. The Georgia Battlefields Association Annual 2023 Tour

Thursday Morning Walking tour of Savannah’s Revolutionary War Sites. Thursday Afternoon-Walking Tour of Bonaventure Cemetery. Thursday evening reception with heavy hors d’oeuvres with a presentation by Dr. Mary-Elizabeth Ellard on Civil War Veterinary Practices.

Friday & Saturday–Tours of Fort Pulaski, Old Fort Jackson, Wormsloe State Historic Site, King’s Bridge, Fort McAllister, Ebenezer Creek, and remnants of the 1864 landward defenses.

Sunday Morning- Walking tour of The City of Savannah’s Squares. Price: $580 per person which includes all tours (Thursday-Sunday morning), breakfast is included in the hotel price, Thursday night reception, three lunches, two dinners (Friday & Saturday) and bus rental.

$460 per person for Thursday night reception and tours & meals Friday to Sunday morning. Host hotel: Hampton Inn & Suites-Historic District at 603 W. Oglethorpe Ave. Savannah, GA 31401 912-721-1600. Ask for The GBA Rate of $179 per night for Wed. & Thur. nights & $259 per night for Fri. & Sat. nights. If you reserve all four nights, it’s $219 per night plus a 16% tax which adds $34.47 per night for a daily total of $253.47 per night. Breakfast is included in the hotel price. Hotel parking is $30 per night.

Our guide is Jim Ogden, Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park Historian. We welcome Non-GBA Members to join us on our Tour however you can join GBA for just $25. Registration: Mail a check payable to Georgia Battlefields Assn. (GBA) to PO Box 669953, Marietta, GA 30066. You can also use Paypal or Credit Card to register online at our GBA Website Tours Page http:/georgiabattlefields.org/tours.aspx. If you have trouble registering, please contact our Treasurer: William W. Gurry at email: billgurry@bellsouth.net.

April 15, Virginia. Seminar

Shenandoah University’s McCormick Civil War Institute’s annual spring conference on the campus of Shenandoah University, Winchester, Virginia, “So Tired & Exhausted": In Battle's Aftermath. Presentations with Jonathan S. Jones (Virginia Military Institute), Brian Matthew Jordan (Sam Houston State University), Jonathan A. Noyalas (Shenandoah University), and Melissa A. Winn (HistoryNet). $30 registration fee covers all presentations and lunch at SU. Space is limited, visit www.su.edu/mcwi to register. For information; jnoyalas01@su.edu or phone 540-665-4501.

April 15, Virginia. Tour

Off the beaten path near the Blue Ridge. The Both Sides Tour will visit Aldie (Where Custer Fell in the Little River!), Unison (where church goers sat through a battle), the Old Chapel (where John Esten Cooke is buried), Snickersville (to hear about a little-known March 1864 battle), and Clifton (the house were Sheridan gathered his troops at the start of the Valley Campaign in 1864). Other sites are in the works for this semi-annual tour sponsored by the Franconia Museum. Join Don Hakenson, Carl Sell and Ben Trittipoe to hear stories about the sites and the men who fought or lived there.  Lunch at the Golden Corral in Winchester. Cost of $125 per person includes AYCE lunch. Bus leaves Franconia Museum, 6121 Franconia Road, Alexandria, VA. at 8:15 a.m. SHARP. Arrive early for coffee and donuts. Pickup at Roy Rogers on Route #7 in Leesburg. Call or e-mail Don Hakenson at 703-971-4984 or dhakenson@verizon.net to reserve a seat.

April 22-23. New York. Syracuse Gun Show

NY State Arms Collectors Assoc, Inc. at the State Fairgrounds, Syracuse, NY. Contact Sandy Ackerman Klinger 346 Paul St, Endicott, NY 13760. Phone 607-748-1010, email: sandynysac@yahoo.com.

April 23, Illinois. Civil War & Military Extravaganza

Zurko Promotions presents The National Civil War Collectors Fall Show and Sale which will be held at the DuPage County Fairgrounds, 2015 W. Manchester, Wheaton, Ill. Hours: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $10, Early Admission $25. Free parking. For more information visit www.chicagocivilwarshow.com or call Zurko Promotions at 715-526-9769.

April 28-29, Symposium

The Historical Society of Quincy and Adams County and the Tri-States Civil War Round Table are again co-sponsoring their Civil War Symposium on Friday-Saturday. The event is free and open to the public, but RESERVATIONS are required.

Speakers include: Dr. Edna Greene Medford; Dr. Curt Fields; Dr. Samuel Wheeler; Dr., and Mrs. Tim Roberts; and Cody Engdahl. To obtain more information, please call 217-222-1835 or email susid@hsqac.org.

May

May 6-7, Ohio Civil War /WWI & II Show Historical Event

The Ohio Civil War & WWI/II Show will be held in Mansfield, OH, May 6th – 7th at the Richland County Fairgrounds. All federal, state, and local firearm ordinances and laws must be obeyed. Civil War and WWI & II Memorabilia from 1775 through 1945 for buy, sell, and trade. Featuring a unique artillery show with full scale cannons on display and daily cannon firing demonstrations. Added Special Features: Civil War & WWII Encampments, Sutlers Row, Civil War Period Music, Gettysburg Address by President Lincoln, WWII US 801st Med Air Evac Educational Presentation, Marlboro Volunteers Traveling Museum and WWII Military Vehicles. Hours are Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Admission $7. Children under 12 Free. Parking is free. Camping on grounds is available - $35.00. For more Information; contact: 419-884-2194 or info@ohiocivilwarshow.com and visit our website: www.ohiocivilwarshow.com. Follow us on Facebook: Ohio Civil War Show.

May 18-21, Tennessee. American Battlefield Trust Annual 2023 Conference

The 2023 Annual Conference will be hosted at the Cool Springs Franklin Marriott located at 700 Cool Springs Blvd. Group rate is $169+/night. Call 800-228-9290 and ask for the ABT group rate. Conference begins with registration and exhibitor tables open on Thursday at 11 a.m. The day will be filled with tours for Color Bearers, history talks, a welcome reception from 6:30 – 8:15 p.m. and a photo extravaganza with Garry Adelman. Friday begins at 6:30 a.m. with a breakfast buffet, 8 a.m. tours depart, 6:45 p.m. cocktail reception for Color Bearers and a Color Bearer Author Dinner at 7:30 p.m. Saturday begins with a breakfast buffet at 6:30 a.m. and tours departing at 8 a.m. There will be a cocktail reception at 6:30 p.m. and the Banquet and Awards Ceremony with be held at 7:30 p.m. The Conference will conclude on Sunday morning with a closing breakfast with Q&A with President David Duncan between 8 and 9 a.m. For more information; events@battlefields.org or 800-298-7878 x7229.

May 19-21, Virginia. Period Firearms Competition

The North-South Skirmish Association 147th National Competition near Winchester. Over 3,000 uniformed competitors in 200 member units compete in live-fire matches with muskets, carbines, revolvers, mortars and cannon plus costume competitions and historical lectures. The largest Civil War live-fire event in the country. Free admission, large sutler area, and food service. For more information visit the N-SSA web site: www.n-ssa.org.

May 20-21, Colorado. Antique Gun Show

The 57th Annual Colorado Gun Collectors Association Gun Show. The Best Old Gun Show West (or East) of Baltimore in the world! From Medieval to Revolutionary War, Civil War, Wild West, WWI, and WWII, it's all here! When: May 20-21, 2023 Where: Island Grove Event Center, 421 N. 15th Ave. Greeley, Colorado CGCA gun show hours are open to the public: Saturday, May 20, 2023, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Sunday, May 21, 2023, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Public Admission is $15 at the door, good for both days! You can purchase an early-in VIP pass for $75 starting at 9 am Friday, good for all 3 days! For more information go to CGCA.com.

May 20-21, New York Annual Artillery School

Old Fort Niagara in Youngstown, NY. , will again take place. Open to all branches of service, both Federal and Confederate. Sponsored by the National Civil War Artillery Association and Reynolds’ Battery L. For questions contact: Rick Lake at: rlake413@aol.com or call: 585-208-1839. Registration Forms and additional information can be found at: www.reynoldsbattery.org.

May 20-21, Pennsylvania. 160th Anniversary of Battle of Monterey Pass

Living History Weekend at Monterey Pass Battlefield. Hosted by the 2nd Maryland Artillery CS. Monterey Pass was fought on July 4-5th when Union cavalry attacked Confederate wagon trains retreating from Gettysburg. The battle was fought in a driving rain storm. Approximately 1,500 prisoners were taken. Most of the Confederates prisoners were wounded. Artillery, Infantry and Medical demonstrations daily. Guided walking tours of the battlefield daily. Opportunity for picket line scenario in the evening. For more information visit https://montereypassbattlefield.org or contact John at Johnwelker117@gmail.com.

May 20, Virginia. Civil War Books, Relics and Memorabilia Show

Saturday, May 20, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Arlington-Fairfax Elks Lodge, Rt. 50, Fairfax, Virginia. Admission $5 per person. Vendors welcome. For information contact dhakenson@verizon.net, 703-785-5294, or mayo5404@cox.net, 703-389-1505. Sponsored by Frank Stringfellow Camp, SCV, Fairfax, Virginia.

May 28, Pennsylvania. Original G.A.R. Decoration Day of Service

Memorial Day Observed at Laurel Hill Cemetery located at 1868 3822 Ridge Ave., Philadelphia at 12 p.m. All are welcome. Laurel Hill is the site of the first Memorial Day in Philadelphia in 1868. Special veterans’ markers will be dedicated at the graves of previously unmarked veterans. Speakers, ceremonies, and pageant will highlight the ceremony. Wreath-laying, speeches, music, and honor guards. Historical groups, veterans, and citizens are urged to participate. Wreaths, military contingents, color guards, music and period civilians are encouraged to participate. Refreshments served after the ceremony. For information; 215-228-8200.

May 19-21, Georgia. Reenactment and Living History

The Battle of Resaca Reenactment will be held on over 600 acres of the original battlefield in Resaca, Georgia. This reenactor-friendly event will have main camps located near the original US and CS lines. Campaigners are welcome to camp in or near the breastworks. Amenities include straw, hay, and firewood. Modern food and ice vendors on site. Weekend activities will include battles both days at 2 p.m. – rain or shine, combined US & CS morning colors, period demonstrations, cavalry competition, a civilian refugee camp, reenactor yard sale, sutlers, period music and dance, period church services, and a memorial service at the Confederate Cemetery. Many Civil War historical sites are located on the reenactment site and two major Civil War parks are within minutes of the site. Handicapped parking available with free transport from parking areas to battlefield, vendor and sutler areas. Reenactor pre-registration is $10 if received by April 15th. Artillery bounties of $150 for the first 18 cannons with crew pre-registered by April 15. A portion of the proceeds to be donated to preservation efforts of the Friends of Resaca Battlefield. For more information; www.georgiadivision.org.

May 19-21, Missouri. Reenactment

The Battle of Carthage was the first full scale battle of the Civil War. The 161st Anniversary Reenactment will be held at Civil War Ranch. Experience the battle that both sides claim to have won. Begin Saturday with the Opening Ceremony at 9 a.m. Continue the day with camp life, drills & demonstrations, Ladies Tea at 10:30 a.m., Arms Inspection at 12:30 p.m., Reenactment at 1 p.m., Cake Walk at 3 p.m. and Civil War ball at 7 p.m. Sunday’s activities include drills & demonstrations 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Church service at 10 a.m., Arms Inspection at 12:30 p.m. Reenactment at 1 p.m. For more information, www.battleofcarthage.com.

June

June 3-4. Old North State Antique Gun and Military Antiques Show

North Carolina State Fairgrounds - 4285 Trinity Road, (off I-40), Raleigh, NC. In the Scott Building, near the office, across from the Flea Market. Saturday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm & Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Daily Admission $8.00 - Ages 7-12 $1.00. Contact Carolina Trader Promotions 704-282-1339. https://www.thecarolinatrader.com.

June 3-4, Virginia. Reenactment: The Action at Wilson’s Wharf

The Action at Wilson’s Wharf. Located between Richmond and Williamsburg on the James River, scenic Fort Pocahontas was the site of the May 24, 1864 Action in which United States Colored Troops defended the fort they built against an assault by Fitzhugh Lee’s Confederate Cavalry. Open to the public 10-4 Saturday and 10-3 Sunday: $10/adults, $8/students; battle reenactments both days. See Civil War camps and enjoy history brought to life through family-friendly activities. For reenactors: pre-registration required starting January 9 at www.fortpocahontas.org; shaded campsites; Friday officers’ social; Saturday dinner and dance.

June 10-11, Mississippi. Civil War Show

Civil War Relic Show will be held at Brandon City Hall, located at 1000 Municipal Drive, Brandon, Mississippi. 300 tables of relics, weapons, prints, documents, artillery, WWI & WWII, bottles, books, currency, living history displays, and more. Admission $8, 12 and under are free. Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Contact Tim Cupit at TimCupit@comcast.net or call 769-234-2966, or visit www.scv265.com.

June 23-25, Pennsylvania. Annual Gettysburg Civil War Artifact Show

The nation’s premier Civil War relic and collectors show at the Eisenhower All Star Complex at 2634 Emmitsburg Rd., Gettysburg. Our 300+ tables are a great way to view and even purchase authentic Civil War artifacts. Browse the tables and speak with the vendors who are all well versed in history and artifact identification. Better than a museum! Every item has someone willing to give you its history lesson and answer all your questions. $100 VIP Charitable donation includes Friday and early admission for the serious collector. Hours: Sat. 10-5, Sun. 9-2. Admission $10, children under 12 free. For more information visit https://www.gbpa.org/event/annual-civil-war-relic-show.

July

July 7-9. Pennsylvania.

The Forks of the Delaware Historical Arms Society, Inc. presents the Antique & Modern Arms Show at the Agricultural Hall, Allentown, Pa. Contact 610-438-9006. 1350 Uhler Rd, PMB 138, Easton, PA 18040-9006. http://www.allentownshow.net.

July 8, Rain Date: July 9, Maryland. Battle of Falling Waters Commemoration

14906 Falling Waters Road, Williamsport, MD 21795. Hours: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Parking on site and off site (directed). This year, the organization will hold an event on the actual battlefield to commemorate the July 14 events. Sixteen acres of pristine battlefield including the 1823 Daniel Donnelly House (exterior only), which are private property will be showcased during the event. Additionally, guests will have an opportunity to walk the 3 ½ acres adjoining the Donnelly House property, saved through partnership with the American Battlefield Trust, American Battlefield Protection Program, Heart of the Civil War Heritage Area and Visit Hagerstown. A Civil War Trails interpretive marker is a feature of that portion of the battlefield.

Features of the one-day event: Civil War era medical displays and demonstrations, author Emilie Amt, talk and book-signing Civil War era military encampment and demonstrations (no reenactment), relic display, raffle, self-guided site and battlefield tours, military pontoon bridge display, beverages and food available, commemorative merchandise for sale. For questions or additional information, please contact: George Franks, President, Battle of Falling Waters 1863 Foundation, Inc., fallingwatersmd1863@gmail.com, 301-379-0330.

July 14-16. Wyoming.

Winchester Collectors Cody Show at the Riley Arena, 1400 Heart Mountain Street, Cody, Wyo.

Over 300 trade and display tables. Hours: Thur. exhibitor set-up 9-6. Fri-Sat. exhibitor hours 8-5:30. Sun. exhibitor hours 8-2. Public hours: Early admission passes available for Thur., 9-6: $35. Fri. & Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-2. Admission: Children under 12 free. Admission $8, 3-day pass: $20, Early admission: $35. Contact Vinny Martin: vmartinjr1998@gmail.com, 508-922-9267. https://winchestercollector.org/cody-show.

July 15, Virginia. Walking Tour

Shenandoah University’s McCormick Civil War Institute will commemorate the 159th anniversary of the Battle of Cool Spring with a special walking tour, “Never to be Forgotten”: Reflections on the Battle of Cool Spring at the University’s River Campus at Cool Spring Battlefield (1400 Parker Lane, Bluemont, VA). Tour with Prof. Jonathan A. Noyalas focus on the histories of individuals engaged at the battle and how what occurred along the banks of the Shenandoah River on July 18, 1864, changed them. The tour will begin at 9:30 a.m. and last approximately 90 minutes. Event is free and open to the public. No pre-registration required. Questions: jnoyalas01@su.edu or 540-665-4501.

July 22-23. Tennessee. Civil War & Artifact Show

American Digger^® Chattanooga Civil War & Artifact Show, Camp Jordan Arena, 323 Camp Jordan Pkwy, East Ridge, Tenn. Info: 770-362-8671 or 716-574-0465; anita@americandigger.com or kesmas@localnet.com. Visit https://americandigger.com/upcoming-events. 

August

Aug. 12-13, Georgia. Civil War Show and Sale

45th Annual Southeastern Civil War & Antique Gun Show in Marietta at the Cobb County Civic Center hosted by the North Georgia Relic Hunters Association. Cobb County Civic Center, 548 South Marietta Pkwy SE, Marietta, GA 30060. Hours Sat. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sun. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission $8, veterans and children under 10 are free. Show chairman: Ray McMahan at terryraymac@icloud.com. For more info visit www.ngrha.com.

Aug. 26-27. Old North State Antique Gun and Military Antiques Show

North Carolina State Fairgrounds - 4285 Trinity Road, (off I-40), Raleigh, NC. In the Scott Building, near the office, across from the Flea Market. Saturday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm & Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Daily Admission $8.00 - Ages 7-12 $1.00. Contact Carolina Trader Promotions 704-282-1339. https://www.thecarolinatrader.com.

September

September 16, Virginia. Walking Tour

Shenandoah University’s McCormick Civil War Institute in partnership with the Fort Collier Civil War Center will offer a tour with Prof. Jonathan A. Noyalas, The Scene as I Remember It”: Reflections on Experiences at Fort Collier during the Civil War, in observance of the 159th anniversary of the Third Battle of Winchester. The tour, which will begin at 9:30 a.m. and last approximately seventy-five minutes, will take place at Fort Collier, 922 Martinsburg Pike, Winchester, Virginia. Event is free and open to the public. No pre-registration required. Questions: jnoyalas01@su.edu or 540-665-4501.

Sept. 16-17. New York. Syracuse Gun Show

NY State Arms Collectors Assoc, Inc. at the State Fairgrounds, Syracuse, NY. Contact Sandy Ackerman Klinger 346 Paul St, Endicott, NY 13760. Phone 607-748-1010, email: sandynysac@yahoo.com.

Sept. 23, Illinois. Civil War & Military Extravaganza

Zurko Promotions presents The National Civil War Collectors Fall Show and Sale which will be held at the DuPage County Fairgrounds, 2015 W. Manchester, Wheaton, Ill. Hours: Saturday 9-4. Admission is $10, Early Admission $25. Free parking. For more information visit www.chicagocivilwarshow.com or call Zurko Promotions at 715-526-9769. 

October

Oct. 5-8. Arizona. Colt Collectors Annual Show

The 44th Annual Colt Collectors Association All Colt Gun Show at Embassy Suites by Hilton Scottsdale Resort, 5001 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, AZ. https://coltcollectors.com.

TBA, Tennessee. Military Collectors Show & Sale

7th Annual Military Collectors Show & Sale hosted by The Elite Civil War Collectors Facebook Group. Hours Sat. 9-4, Sun. 9-2. Admission $5, under 12 free. Come see some of the finest Civil War displays in the country. Collectors from all over the mid-South will be on hand to discuss and share their collections and history. Located at the Stewart County Visitors Center, 117 Visitors Center Lane, Dover, TN 37058. For more information email john@fortdonelsonrelics.com. 

Oct. 6-8, Virginia. Period Firearms Competition

The North-South Skirmish Association 146th National Competition near Winchester, VA. Over 3,000 uniformed competitors in 200 member units compete in live-fire matches with muskets, carbines, revolvers, mortars and cannon plus costume competitions and historical lectures. The largest Civil War live-fire event in the country. Free admission, large sutler area, and food service. For more information visit the N-SSA web site: www.n-ssa.org.

Oct. 6-8, Virginia, Annual Conference

Central Virginia Battlefields Trust hosts its 2023 annual conference, “1863: Chancellorsville-The Crossroads of Fire.” This year’s conference features a Friday tour of Moss Neck, Gen. “Stonewall” Jackson’s 1862-63 winter headquarters with historian Frank O’Reilly. That evening the President’s Reception will be at the Sentry Box, one of Fredericksburg’s most historic homes. Saturday features a tour of the Chancellorsville battlefield with historians Chris Mackowski and Kris White. Saturday evening includes a banquet and the annual meeting with a keynote address by Kris White at historic Belmont in Falmouth. Sunday brunch at Stevenson’s Ridge includes a panel discussion about “Chancellorsville as the Prelude to Gettysburg” with historians Sarah Kay Bierle, John Hennessey, Robert Lee Hodge, Scott Walker, and others. The weekend registration is $260.00 per person. More information and online registration are available at: https://www.cvbt.org/cvbt-annual-conference.

Oct. 7-8. Kentucky. National Gun Day Show

National Gun Day at the Kentucky Expo Center, Louisville, KY. Contact Ron Dickson 513-523-3574, email: Ron-Dickson@nationalgunday.com, http://www.nationalgunday.com.

Oct. 13-15. Pennsylvania.

The Forks of the Delaware Historical Arms Society, Inc. presents the Antique & Modern Arms Show at the Agricultural Hall, Allentown, PA. 1350 Uhler Rd, P.M.B 138, Easton, PA 18040-9006. Contact 610-438-9006, http://www.allentownshow.net.

Oct. 20-22. Texas. Antique Arms Show

Texas Gun Collectors Association Fall Show, Auction and Display Competition at the Embassy Suites Hotel, 3100 Town Center Trail, Denton, TX 76201. Admission $10. Contact John Vance EVP/Show Chairman, email: yxrancher@yahoo.com or call 713-299-3378. https://www.tgca.org/fall.html.

Oct. 21-22, Virginia. Reenactment

The 159th Anniversary Reenactment of the Battle of Cedar Creek recreating the last major battle in the Shenandoah Valley will be held the weekend of Oct. 21-22 at 8437 Valley Pike in Middletown, Va. See cavalry, artillery, and infantry soldiers in action and in camp. Battle scenarios, music, symposia, and medical, military, and civilian demonstrations are scheduled each day. Fundraising raffles, period merchants, and food vendors onsite. Don’t miss the Evening Candlelight Tour Program. 1-day, 2-day, and discount options available! Children 6 & under are free! For more information; 540-869-2064, Info@ccbf.us or www.ccbf.us.

November

Nov. 4, Virginia. Seminar & Tour

Shenandoah University’s McCormick Civil War Institute annual fall seminar and tour with Prof. Jonathan A. Noyalas, “Breaking the Shenandoah Valley’s Gibraltar: Battle and Reunion at Fisher’s Hill.” $25 registration fee covers morning lecture at Shenandoah University (1460 University Drive, Winchester, VA), lunch at SU, and vehicle caravan of sites. Event begins at 10:30 a.m. and concludes at 4:30 p.m. To register visit www.su.edu/mcwi. Questions: jnoyalas01@su.edu or 540-665-4501.

Nov. 10, Pennsylvania. US Marine Corps Birthday Observance

Laurel Hill Cemetery located at 3822 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia at 11 a.m. at the grave of General Jacob Zeilin, 7th Commandant of the Marine Corps during the Civil War. A special 'Veterans' Day tour of heroes 'killed in action' and buried at Laurel Hill Cemetery will follow. Co-sponsored by: The Legion Post 405; MOLLUS; General Meade Society For information; 215-228-2800,  or 215-423-3930, Dr. Andy Waskie: awaski01@gmail.com, www.thelaurelhillcemetery.org.

Nov. 18, Virginia. Civil War Show

Nov. 12-13. Oklahoma. Gun Show

Tulsa Arms Collectors Association at the Tulsa Fairgrounds, Tulsa, OK. Contact Mark Wanenmacher PO Box 33201, Tulsa, OK 74153. Phone 918-492-0401, http://www.tulsaarmsshow.com.

Nov. 16-18. Pennsylvania. Symposium

Annual Lincoln Forum, Wyndham Hotel in Gettysburg. Speakers Jon Meacham, John Avlon, Harold Holzer, Frank Williams, Jonathan White, many more, plus Carol Reardon battlefield tour, U.S. Army Chorus concert, and breakfasts, lunches, dinners. For registration: www.thelincolnforum.org.

Nov. 18-19, Pennsylvania. 21st Annual Civil War Expo Remembrance Day Weekend

Sponsored by Civil War & More (Books and CD’s), Lucyshairwork (Specializing in Victorian Hair Jewelry), Sullivan Press (Reproductions of Books, Documents, Stationery), and Miller’s Millinery (Authentic 18th & 19th Century Head Wear. Hand Made in the USA). Hotel Gettysburg – 1 Lincoln Sq., Gettysburg, room left of front desk. Hours Fri. 11 a.m. – 10 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. Sun. 9 a.m. – Noon. Free Admission. Parking garage behind hotel accepts cash or credit. For more information: Contact Jim Schmick at 717-766-1899 or email genjenkins@aol.com.

TBA,  Pennsylvania. Civil War Ball

The Nineteenth Annual President's Remembrance Day Dinner & Ball will once again be held at the TBA. Period attire is required for both events. For information, www.remembrancedayball.com or call John Newbold at 717-420-5145 for full details.

Nov. 18, Pennsylvania. Remembrance Day in Gettysburg

General Meade & his Generals and the veterans of the Battle of Gettysburg Honor/Dedication ceremonies during the Remembrance Day Observance. Honoring all commanders and veterans of the Battle. Meet at the General Meade Equestrian Monument at 10 a.m. For information; Jerry McCormick at 215-848-7753 or gedwinmc@msn.com.

Nov. 18, Pennsylvania. Annual Gettysburg Remembrance Day Parade 

Sponsored by the Sons of Veterans Reserve, the Military Department of the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War. Parade briefing at the Unity Park Monument on Lefever St. at 12 p.m. Units form up at Noon on Lefever St. between Baltimore St. and E. Confederate Ave. Parade begins at 1 p.m. For information; Major David Hann, Provost Marshal SVR at 609-816-2012, majorsvrprovost@gmail.com.

TBA, Pennsylvania. Civil War Ball 

The original Gettysburg Ball will be held 8 p.m. to midnight at the Wyndham Gettysburg Hotel located at 95 Presidential Circle in Gettysburg. Tickets $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Music by the Philadelphia Brigade Band. Dances led by the Victorian Dance Ensemble. Period dress encouraged, but not required. Door prizes, plus prizes for Ladies Cake Walk. Cash bar. Make check payable to SVR Remembrance Day Ball. Include stamped, self-addressed envelope for tickets. Ticket orders received after Nov. 12 will be distributed at the Ball. Mail to: Col. Steve Michaels SVR, 6623 S North Cape Rd., Franklin, WI 53132-1227. For information; 414-712-4655 or Lt.col.sm@gmail.com.

Nov. 11-12. Florida.

Florida Military Antique Collectors, Inc. at the Fort Myers Event Center. Contact Gary 847-863-3929. FMAC, Inc., PO Box 6518, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33932. Email infofmac@yahoo.com, https://fmaac.tripod.com.

TBA, Louisiana. Reenactment

Join us for the annual reenactment in Tangipahoa at Camp Moore. It was the largest Confederate training camp in Louisiana and the only one in the United States still open to the public. Skirmish is at 2 p.m. both days. Spectators are welcome to tour the museum (opens at 10 a.m.) and soldier campsites (opens at 9 a.m.). Various drill demonstrations on Sunday Nov. 20 at 10 a.m. Museum closes 4 p.m., grounds close 4:30 p.m. Food and beverages may be purchased on site. Tangipahoa is located 75 miles north of New Orleans. Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for students and under 6 are free. For information, visit www.campmoorela.com.

Nov. 24-25, Tennessee. Military Collectors Association Show

Two shows a year since 1976. Over 325 tables of Militaria from all periods. Most is usually WW1 and WW2 with some Civil War and Gulf War. Tables are always sold out so new dealers may need to get on a short waiting list. Franklin Marriott Cool Springs Hotel, 700 Cool Springs Blvd, Franklin, TN 37067. Just off I-65 at exit 68-A. $5.00 admission and free parking. Friday Public Noon-5:pm, Saturday 8:am till 3:pm. TMCA hotline 615-661-9379. www.tmcaonline.org, email TMCA@comcast.net. This show is open to the public. The TMCA has been around since 1976 with over 1,200 active club members. Our shows are on the Friday and Saturday just before Easter and just after Thanksgiving Day. This is probably the friendliest show you will ever attend. The TMCA is a non-profit club, not a for-profit enterprise. We strive to keep cost low and simply have fun enjoying the hobby of collecting Militaria.

December 

Dec. 1-3. Pennsylvania. Antique & Modern Arms Show

The Forks of the Delaware Historical Arms Society, Inc. presents the Antique & Modern Arms Show at the Agricultural Hall, Allentown, Pa. Contact 610-438-9006. 1350 Uhler Rd, P.M.B 138, Easton, PA 18040-9006. http://www.allentownshow.net.

Dec. 3-4, Tennessee. Civil War Show and Sale

MK Shows presents the 36th annual Middle Tennessee Civil War Show and Sale at the Williamson County Ag Expo Park, 4215 Long Lane in Franklin. The nation’s largest Civil War show, featuring 750 tables of antique weapons, artifacts and memorabilia from top dealers and collectors around the country and encompassing all eras of military history from the Revolutionary War through World War II. Appraisers are always on hand to help you identify and value your military collectibles at no cost. Hours: Saturday 9-5, Sunday 9-3. Free Parking. Admission is only $10/adults and children under 12 are free. For information; www.MKShows.com or Mike@MKShows.com. For a $1 off coupon click here and hand it in at the ticket counter.

Dec. 31, Pennsylvania. Birthday Celebration

2023 will mark the 208th annual anniversary of the birth of General George G. Meade, the heroic commander of the victorious Union army at the Battle of Gettysburg. The General Meade Society of Philadelphia will celebrate his birthday at Historic Laurel Hill Cemetery, 3822 Ridge Ave. at noon. A champagne toast and reception will follow the program. For information; 215-228-8200 Laurel Hill Cemetery.