Schedule for Worcester’s July 4, 2012 Civil War Observance |
8:30 |
Hemlocks set up camp on Ladd Field |
10:00 |
Roll call; camp opens to public |
11:00 |
Parade - Hemlocks will be firing their muskets |
12:30 |
Issue of rations and preparation of meal |
1:30 |
President Lincoln arrives in Worcester |
2:00 |
President speaks from porch of Historical Society |
2:45 |
Infantry drill and musket firing demonstration |
3:15 |
President inspects the troops |
4:00 |
President departs Worcester with a cannon salute |
4:30 |
Issue of rations; authentic meal at the campfire |
5:30 |
Songs around the campfire. Bring your musical instruments and join in. Songbooks provided |
6:30 |
Drill and inspection |
7:00 |
Concert: Civil War in Song by Linda Radtke at the Town Hall |
8:30 |
Artillery drill and firing demonstration |
9:30 |
Fireworks by Northstar |
Ongoing activities, food, games, displays on Ladd Field and at Worcester Historical Society |