Friday and Saturday
July 27 and 28, 2012
8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Sunday
July 29, 2012 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Fort Wilkins, Copper Harbor

Two Civil War reenactors from Michigan artillery units man a smoking cannon.

March to a different drum as you discover part of Michigan's Civil War heritage.

Battery D, First Michigan Light Artillery, recreates army life of the period with artillery and small arms drills, cooking, soldiers' pastimes and much more! The encampment features more than 25 costumed interpreters, tents and full-scale artillery pieces, as well as authentically reproduced mess gear, small arms and other period artifacts.

Throughout the weekend, visitors can also take in skits that offer a look at a Civil War-era army field hospital and other aspects of military life.

This event is free of charge, although a Michigan state parks Recreation Passport is required for park entry. For more information, please send us an e-mail or telephone (906) 289-4215.

The annual Civil War encampment is sponsored by:

Fort Wilkins Natural History Association

You can see all Upper Peninsula museum system events.

Fort Wilkins—part of the Michigan Historical Museum System—is located within Fort Wilkins State Park; a Michigan State Parks Recreation Passport is required for park entry. The fort is just east of Copper Harbor, in Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula. Here's more information about how to find Fort Wilkins.

Contact Fort Wilkins Historic Complex.

Updated 01/30/2012