2nd Annual Battle of Chaplin Creek - Civil War Reenactment and Living History Weekend

"For a first year event, the Battle of Chaplin Creek was a resounding success." Raymond W. Empereur - 1st Brigade Illinois Volunteers

"It was excellent. The facilities were great and the staff was greater. I hope they do it again next year!!" Surgeon Trevor Steinbach

"First, I'd like to say that I give the event an A+! Though a few "kinks" need to be worked out, overall, it was a very fine event especially considering it was a first (year event)." Captain William Hock - U S Signal Corps, Army of the Cumberland.

Building on our success in 2008, we invite you to join us for a very special family oriented weekend. This unique living history weekend will focus on civilian reenactors and our Chaplin Creek Kids program which will provide fun activities for children who join us during the weekend festivities. The event takes place Saturday and Sunday June 27th and 28th at Chaplin Creek Village in Franklin Grove, IL.

The 2nd Annual Battle of Chaplin Creek - Civil War Reenactment and Living History Weekend sponsored by the Franklin Grove Area Historical Society and hosted by Battery G, 2nd Illinois Light Artillery Civil War Reenactment Unit.

For information concerning Chaplin Creek Village and the Franklin Grove Area Historical Society, including becoming a member and our special events, please write to us at ccinfo@chaplincreek.com or call 815-990-5090.

To see a schedule of other reenactment events in the area and across the country, please visit these web site dedicated to Civil War history and reenacting:

Civil War Reenactment Headquarters at: www.reenactmenthq.com.

Civil War Traveler at: www.civilwartraveler.com.