We invite you join us as we draw close to a smoky campfire and spend an evening on the Appomattox Station Battlefield, the site of one of the final battles fought by the Army of Northern Virginia. The Appomattox-Petersburg Preservation Society will present a fireside talk where guests will be able to meet Confederate General Rueben Lindsay Walker, commanding the Confederate artillery park, Private Barney Shields of the 2nd West Virginia Cavalry and Medal of Honor recipient, and Sergeant Oscar Demesme of the Donaldsonville Artillery, one of the Confederate defenders at Appomattox Station. Dedicated living historians will bring their stories to life — tales of hope, triumph, despair, and defeat.

Join us on the very ground where the fighting took place at the very same time 160 years ago and experience the stories printed long ago as we bring them to life before you!

Price: Adults $10, Under 18 $5 — Tickets will be sold at the event.

Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs for their convenience. There are no on-site restroom facilities.