Photo by Sandy Goss

Photo by Sandy Goss

Join us for the 160th Anniversary

June 1 & 2, 2024

The historic events which took place on May 24, 1864 are remembered each year with a reenactment of the Action at Wilson’s Wharf. Joe Funk, the great-nephew and first-person presenter of Brigadier General Godfrey Weitzel, commands the event as he has since its inception.

the next reenactment will be held

June 1 & 2, 2024

This Union fortification comes to life as military and civilian reenactors portray the lives of soldier and citizen inhabitants of the fort. Sutlers offering reproductions of Civil War-era merchandise and clothing contribute to an authentic atmosphere. Fort Pocahontas is open to the public for this event from 10am to 4pm on Saturday and 10am to 3pm on Sunday. Spectators are invited to tour the fort where the art of field fortification is revealed and to visit the bustling camps inside it for family-friendly living history activities throughout the day. Battle reenactments are at 2pm on Saturday and 1pm on Sunday. Food vendors are on site. All proceeds support the preservation efforts at Fort Pocahontas.

 

Photo by Shelly Liebler

For the Public

Charles City County Residents

FREE with ID

Regular Rates

$10 for adults, $8 for students (Cash or Check only)

Group Rates (10+)

$7 for adults, $5 for students

For Reenactors

HELP US COMMEMORATE THE 160TH ANNIVERSARY

Event Command Invitation Event Info/FAQs

Registration opens on January 8, 2024!

Registration Rules & Regulations

Photo by Shelly Liebler

Photo by Sandy Goss