Battle of Rivers Bridge

Event Details:

Featuring Live Music by Ranger Brandon & Friends

During the American Civil War, music was much more than entertainment. It was a powerful expression of patriotism, protest, grief, unity, and hope. Soldiers carried tunes into battle and sang them around the campfire. Civilians heard these same songs at rallies, in parlors, and at church services.

In this live musical performance we explore the most iconic and meaningful music of the era: from both Union and Confederate sides, from battlefield to home front. Each song includes a brief historical introduction to bring the lyrics to life and connect the music to the people who sang it.

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What to Bring:

water, enclosed footwear

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Meeting Location:

Park Office

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