Clothing

•  Civilians must wear apparel, including head coverings, made by period pattern and construction techniques, of material like that available during the late 1850s and early 1860s. 
•  Cotton, wool, or blended cotton work dresses in checks, plaid stripes, or period prints with corded petticoats is acceptable. Absolutely no skirts with white blouses and/or jackets are allowed. Mismatched skirts and bodices are only appropriate for exceptionally poor or refugee impressions.
•  Period correct ladies headgear including slat or quilted bonnets, and knitted hoods are encouraged. High fashion bonnets should be avoided. 
•  Collars and cuffs with dresses please.
•  Absolutely no modern undergarments or modern clothing beneath period attire – Please wear period correct undergarments.
•  Modern stockings and shoes are not acceptable under any circumstances unless they are constructed in such a way as to pass for period shoes.
•  Men should not appear in public without vest or coat. Sack or frock coats in appropriate materials are acceptable. Jean cloth, kersey, linsey, broadcloth, satinette material is suitable for men’s attire.
•  Period correct men’s stiff brimmed hats or caps only. 
•  Neckwear should be appropriate to the period and worn in the correct way.
•  Period appropriate children’s clothing only. No modern footwear.
•  Children should not be dressed in military uniforms. Military influences can be reflected in children clothing, but miniaturized uniforms are prohibited.
•  Please refer to military impressions for all CS participants in Living History Village.

Personal Appearance

•  Hairstyles for women should have a center part without bangs. Modern hairstyles must be disguised with appropriate head covering. No “snoods.” Please no hairdressing in public.
•  Men’s period correct hairstyles and facial hair only.
•  Modern makeup and nail polish will not be allowed.
•  Only period eyeglasses or contact lenses are allowed.
•  No modern jewelry or watches. Please avoid “high fashion” jewelry.
• Please remember to adjust your impression to the social status that you are attempting to portray.
• Generalities
•  All participants (including children) must remain in period correct clothing during event.
•  Infant necessities such as bottles and diapers must be kept from site.
•  No modern toys.
•  Children must be attended at all times.
•  No anachronistic items may be visible at any time during the event.
•  All furnishings, cooking items, utensils, bedding, and food containers must be of appropriate period type, material and style.
•  No military participants may camp in the authentic civilian camp. All military visitors should keep visits to a strict minimum.
•  These items are strictly prohibited: cell phones, cigarettes, and electronic gadgets such as radios and CD players.
•  Please keep cameras concealed during the event.