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Nevada Civil War Volunteers
Events Calendar 

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    This calendar is updated as changes occur.  Please check regularly for any additions or corrections to our schedule.

Note:  Liability Insurance PROHIBITS horses and other livestock at NCWV Sponsored Events

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Monday March 17, 2008; 12:00 PM

St. Patrick's Day Parade
C Street

Virginia City
, Nevada

The Nevada Civil War Volunteers will participate in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Virginia City, NV.  Line up is at 11:30 AM at the Fourth War School Museum.
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Saturday April 26, 2008; 11:00 AM

Confederate Veteran Memorial Service
Churchill County Cemetery
500 Rio Vista Road
Fallon, Nevada

The Nevada Civil War Volunteers pay their respects to honor a confederate veteran buried in the Churchill County Cemetery for his service to the State of Tennessee during the Civil War.  This event is sponsored by the United Daughters of the Confederacy.

Saturday May 3, 2008; 10:00 AM

Bower's Mansion
Highway 395 South
Washoe Valley, Nevada

The Nevada Civil War Volunteers present a day of living-history of union, confederate, and civilian lifestyles of 1864 at Bower Mansion County Park, Washoe Valley, Nevada.

Sunday May 17, 2008; 2:00 PM

Silver Tea
Fourth Ward School
C Street
Virginia City, Nevada

In cooperation with the Fourth Ward School, the Nevada Civil War Volunteers proudly sponsor  the 21st Annual Virginia City Heritage Weekend.  The Nevada Civil War Volunteers will conduct living history presentation and Victorian Fashion Show at the 4th Ward School from 2:00-3:00PM followed by the Memorial Silver Tea from 3:00-4:00PM.
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Saturday-Sunday May 24-25, 2008; 9:00 AM (tentative)

Fort Churchill
Highway 95 Alternate
Silver Springs, Nevada

The Nevada Civil War Volunteers present a living-history encampment of union, confederate, and civilian lifestyles of 1864.  The daily routines of soldiers and civilians are portrayed.  Infantry drill in maneuver, manual of arms, and bayonet.  Artillery drill in the operation of rifled and smoothbore artillery pieces.   Civilians manufacture their own clothing, toys for their children, and other home furnishings and necessities from raw materials.  Soldiers and civilians prepare meals over open fires and perform the many other functions of camp and garrison life.
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Monday May 26, 2008; 11:00 AM

Memorial Day Service
To be Determined

The Nevada Civil War Volunteers pay their respects to honor all veterans for their service to the United States
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Friday-Sunday June 13-15, 2008; 12:00 Noon

Carson City Rendezvous
Mills Park
851 East Williams Avenue
Carson City, Nevada

The Carson City Rendezvous is sponsored by the Carson City Convention and Visitors' Bureau.  We, the Nevada Civil War Volunteers, as well as other reenacting organizations and crafters (both period and non-period) are invited to participate.  Set up for the rendezvous is Friday, June 10.  On June 11, opening ceremonies will begin at 10:00 AM with a flag ceremony, gun salute, and speeches by President Lincoln, Kit Carson, and other dignitaries.  The Nevada Civil War Volunteers present living-history encampments of union, confederate, and civilian lifestyles of 1863-5.  We also invite other Civil War organizations such as the ACWA, CHAS, ICWV, NCWA, RACW, UCWA, &c, to setup their camps and engage in battle skirmishes.  This year, in addition to our living-history activities, we will be holding a 1860s Victorian dance Saturday evening at 7:00 PM. 
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Friday July 4, 2008; 12:00 PM (tentative)

4th of July Parade
Virginia City, Nevada

The Nevada Civil War Volunteers celebrate the birth of our nation and proudly honor the men and women who fought for their beliefs during those turbulent years in our nation's history 1860-1866.

Saturday-Sunday July 26-27, 2008; 10:00 AM (tentative)

Bower's Mansion
Highway 395 South
Washoe Valley, Nevada

The Nevada Civil War Volunteers present a living-history encampment of union, confederate, and civilian lifestyles of 1864 at Bower Mansion County Park, Washoe Valley, Nevada.  The daily routines of soldiers and civilians are portrayed.  Infantry drill in maneuver, manual of arms, and bayonet.  Artillery drill in the operation of rifled and smoothbore artillery pieces.   Civilians manufacture their own clothing, toys for their children, and other home furnishings and necessities from raw materials.  Soldiers and civilians prepare meals over open fires and perform the many other functions of camp and garrison life are portrayed on the grounds of the mansion.
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Saturday-Sunday September 27-28, 2008; 9:00 AM (tentative)

Fort Churchill
Highway 95 Alternate
Silver Springs, Nevada

The Nevada Civil War Volunteers present a living-history encampment of union, confederate, and civilian lifestyles of 1864.  The daily routines of soldiers and civilians are portrayed.  Infantry drill in maneuver, manual of arms, and bayonet.  Artillery drill in the operation of rifled and smoothbore artillery pieces.   Civilians manufacture their own clothing, toys for their children, and other home furnishings and necessities from raw materials.  Soldiers and civilians prepare meals over open fires and perform the many other functions of camp and garrison life.

Saturday October 11, 2008; 10:00 AM

Bower's Mansion
Highway 395 South
Washoe Valley, Nevada

The Nevada Civil War Volunteers present a living-history lifestyles of 1864 at Bower Mansion County Park, Washoe Valley, Nevada.  The daily routines of civilians and soldiers are portrayed inside the Bower's Mansion.

Saturday November 1, 2008; 7:00 - 11:00 PM

1864 Statehood Ball
Piper's Opera House
B Street
Virginia City, Nevada

The Nevada Civil War Volunteers celebrate the 142nd Anniversary of Nevada statehood with their participation at the 1864 Governor's Ball.  Dress in Victorian,  Western,  or Formal Attire.  Tickets are Tax Deductible, $37.50 per ticket; with a group of 6 or more receive at  discount of $5.00 per couple.  All donations go towards saving the historic Piper's Opera House.  Ticket sales may be made by calling 775 847-0433 or at  the door.
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Saturday November 11, 2008; 11:00 AM

Veterans Day Parade
C Street
Virginia City, Nevada

The Nevada Civil War Volunteers proudly honor those service men and women who faithfully served our country with our participation in this Veterans Day Parade.
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Saturday December 6 2008; 5:00 PM

Christmas on the Comstock Parade
Virginia City, Nevada

The Nevada Civil War Volunteers mark this holiday season with our participation in the Christmas on the Comstock Parade.

Saturday February 14, 2009; 6:30 - 9:30 PM (tentative)

Valentine's Ball
Sun Valley Neighborhood Center
115 Sixth Avenue
Sun Valley, Nevada

This year's Nevada Civil War Volunteers Valentine's Ball, our annual fund raiser, is presented at a new location.  Social hour and feasting from 5:30-6:30 PM followed by Victorian Dancing until the 10:00 PM.  Dress is in Victorian or Dressy Western style.  Admission is $5.00 per person.
 

        

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