Civil War Days at Gibson Ranch Park – May 3 & 4

On May 3 & 4, the Gibson Ranch Park will again host their annual Civil War Days event. This is the largest event of its kind in the Sacramento area, with hundreds of re-enactors presenting authentic views of life on and around the battlefields of the Civil War.

At the event, Camp 22 will be displaying a replica of an Officer’s tent, complete with field desk, cot, and cook stove. We will have muskets, pistols and swords on display, as well as a genuine US Marine!

Of course, the battle re-enactments are the highlight of the weekend—muskets firing, sabers flashing, and cannons booming. Historic interpreters will narrate the battle scenes as they unfold. You will see Union and Confederate soldiers meet to do battle amid artillery bombardments and cavalry charges.

Between battle re-enactments, you can wander through the camps, where the soldiers will be happy to talk about life on the march. You can also explore the lives of the many other people who were part and parcel of an Army on the move, such as suttlers, cooks, and sometimes even the soldiers’ families.

Schedule of Activities:

The Gibson Ranch Park website has maps and more information. We hope to see you there!