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Visitor Information for the 2015 Battle of Perryville
Commemoration

October 3-4, 2015

 The 153rd Anniversary of the Battle of Perryville will be held at Perryville Battlefield State Historic Site. Please join us for historic lectures, battlefield tours, and become a Civil War soldier in the Life of the Soldier Program. This is an interactive program where our visitors can relive the past as a Civil War soldier. Military demonstrations are scheduled for both days. Enjoy one of the best Civil War museums in the state, visit our many vendors, and enjoy our food wagons. Cost per person 12 and over is $10.00 Children under 12 are free. Price includes all venues expect the Paranormal Tour on Saturday evening. Paranormal tickets are $20.00 per person. Not recommended for children under 12.

If you need any further assistance please email joan.house@ky.gov or call 859-332-8631.

Here is some handy information that will make your visit to the Perryville Commemoration more enjoyable.

1. Patience – Plan on arriving early and staying late. This is a large event and traffic will be congested both getting in and getting out of the park. Give yourself at least three hours before the battle starts and plan to stay awhile after the battle is over.

2. Safety First – Please do not cross any roped off areas. They are roped off to keep you safe. No the bullets aren’t real, but they are real weapons that can hurt you. Horses have minds of their own. Please exercise caution around weapons and horses.

3. Not Just a Battle – Please check the schedule of events. There are many interesting events scheduled during the weekend. Please visit the reenactor camps, the museum, the sutler area and the food vendors. Guided tours and other attractions are offered throughout the day. Please check at the information area in the small picnic shelter.

4. Big BattlefieldBe Prepared To Walk. Please be prepared to walk. This is a large battlefield with over 1,000 acres of preserved lands. The parking area will be some distance from the battle areas, food vendors, and other attractions. Please give yourself several minutes to walk to the spectator line for the battle. Wear good shoes and be prepared to deal with uneven surfaces, hilly terrain, steep slopes and horse leftovers.

5. Rain or Shine – The Battle of Perryville was fought during one of the worst droughts recorded in Kentucky history. The soldiers had to deal with the weather no matter the circumstances, and in their honor we carry on regardless of weather conditions. The weather in Kentucky is unpredictable and we never know what to expect during the reenactment. Please be prepared to deal with hot temperatures, rain, cold temperatures or who knows what.

6. Bring a Seat – You may bring folding chairs so that you may be comfortable during the reenactment, but please be prepared to keep them with you the entire day.

7. Ask Questions – Please feel free to interact with the reenactors. They really enjoy telling people about what they are portraying. Let us answer some of the most common questions: yes, they are hot in those uniforms or dresses; yes, they sleep in the tents; yes, they cook over the fires and yes, they will be happy to recruit you into their units……..

 

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