How Do You Host A Civil War Reenactment?
Hosting a Civil War reenactment at your historic site or museum can draw traffic to your site. Follow these steps to host the event. Consult Civil War teenactment regiments. They can give you advice and contact information for other regiments that might attend your event. Ask the regiments to help you plan the show. Ensure the grounds are fit for a reenactment. As the host, you are responsible for ensuring favorable conditions for the volunteers and spectators. Mow the grass, clear any debris and make sure the site is conducive to firing weapons. Schedule your event efficiently. Make sure the reenactors have time to rest, eat meals, and socialize with the spectators. Provide scripts to the regiments. Make sure the participants know exactly what they are reenacting. The more they understand about the battle you are replicating, the easier it will be for them to perform. Alert local authorities, so they can be prepared in case they are needed for fires or injuries. Notify the police, the
