Re-Live and Preserve History at Annual Civil War Re-enactment

Preserving and remembering the history that shapes our nation is essential to ensuring we don't repeat the mistakes of the past. San Diegans are encouraged to come and experience the sights and sounds of the American Civil War at the Annual Spring Civil War Re-Enactment in Vista on March 10-11, 2012.

Once again, cannons will boom and rebel yells will fill the air of North County. The Visions in Time Foundation, along with the Vista Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum, is producing their 12th annual spring Civil War Re-Enactment at the museum, March 10-11, 2012. A full-scale camp of historians, entertainers, food vendors, merchants and hundreds of Civil War re-enactors will converge upon rolling green fields of The Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum located at 2040 N. Santa Fe in Vista.

The re-enactment will recreate the era the American Civil War, featuring real-live battle scenes complete with a battery of authentic period cannons. The two-day event will offer something for everyone, including historical tours of the museums extensive collection of antique equipment and grounds, period music, battle scenes, Civil War arts and crafts vendors, and an assortment of food and drink.

- Campgrounds open 10 a.m. each day

- Battles will take place at noon and 3 p.m. each day

- Artillery and field demonstrations at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. each day

*** People can come and see a real 1862 3-inch ordinance rifle (cannon) fired on the field!

This is a perfect family event, especially for students that might be studying the civil war in school.  Admission ranges from $7 - $14 depending on age and parking is $2.

To learn more about the Vista Civil War Re-Enactment and schedule of events, you can log on to www.goldcoastfestivals.com or call (805) 496-6036.