On Saturday, May 20, 2017 and Sunday, May 21, 2017, Naper Settlement is transformed into a Civil War encampment where visitors can meet famous figures of the past and experience firsthand a turbulent time period in our nation’s history. Hundreds of reenactors participate, staging a battle complete with raging cannons and marching infantry. Learn how the nation changed through the insights of famous people who made a difference in history.

An annual tradition at Naper Settlement for over 25 years, the family-friendly event features food, fun and shopping on "Sutler's Row" for traditional Civil War-era reproduction products.

The battle takes place at 2:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

- Advance tickets: $13/adult; $8/youth (4-12); Under 4 yrs/Free

- On-line Advanced Ticket sales will close at 12 p.m. on Friday, May 19.

- Advanced Tickets are available for purchase in the Naper Settlement lobby until 4 p.m. 5/19/17

Ticket will be available at the door on the Day of Event: $15/adult; $10/youth (4-12)

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