233rd Anniversary Commemoration of the Revolutionary War Battle of Petersburg, Virginia.

23rd Annual Battle Reenactment & Encampment, Petersburg, Virginia, at Battersea Villa.

19-20 April 2014:
Saturday: 10 am - 6 pm & Sunday 10 am - 4 pm.

Saturday's schedule:  10:30 am - Memorial wreath laying ceremony commemorating the British & American forces that took part in the 1781 Battle of Petersburg.
                                     1:30 pm - Battle reenactment.
                                     2.:30 pm - Speaker: Robert Selig on the American Revolution.
                                     5:00 pm - 18th century musical performance by the Appomattox Chamber Ensemble.
Sunday's schedule:   Noon - 18th century musical performance by Steven Rockenbach.
                                  1:30 pm - Battle reenactment.

Each day: Sutlers, all day encampments, colonial dancing & lessons, displays & demonstrations, Signora Bella Acrobatic performances, period food vendors, games, children's activities, self-guided house tours of Battersea, music, & food.

Welcome to Battersea. You have stepped back in history to Petersburg of the 18th century - 25 April, 1781. On that day, a British army of 2,500 troops, commanded by Major General William Phillips attacked the city to capture the large quantity of supplies they believed were stored there.  A determined force of 1,000 Virginia militia, commanded by Major General, the Baron von Steuben, confronted those British troops.  A battle raged for nearly 3 hours, after which the Americans were compelled to give up the city and retreat into Chesterfield County.  Though losing the battle, General von Steuben's troops bought enough time to evacuate badly needed supplies for General George Washington's army.

British & American units portrayed at this even are authentically recreated military units that actually participated in the Revolutionary War and come from various locations throughout the United States. You are welcome to walk through the camps & talk to the participants.  However, do not be surprised if the 18th century soldiers have no comprehension of your 21st century ways. Experience full-scale camp life of the Revolutionary War armies in addition to skirmishes & a daily reenactment of The Battle of Petersburg.  

Tickets - Adults: $10.00.
              Military: $5.00.
              Children under 12:  Free.

Directions to Battersea, 1289 Upper Appomattox Street, Battersea Lane, Petersburg, VA.

From Richmond & Points North:  Take I-95 South to Exit 52 (Washington/Wythe Sts.)  Take Washington Street & continue west along Washington for 1.7 miles to Battersea Lane. Turn right on Battersea Lane & go north two blocks to Battersea Villa.

From North Carolina & Points South:  Take I-95 North to Exit 50D (Washington Street).  Take Washington Street & continue west along Washington for 1.7 miles to Battersea Lane. Turn right on Battersea Lane & go north two blocks to Battersea Villa.

This event is sponsored by the City of Petersburg.  For additional information, please call 804-733-2400 (City of Petersburg Visitors Center); or visit the City of Petersburg website - www.petersburg.gov





Janet J. Perkins
Office Assistant III 
Henrico County Recreation and Parks 
office: 804.652.3406 
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