Civil War | Park Day Volunteer Opportunity
Park Day @ Battle of Pilot Knob State Historic Site
Upcoming Event
Saturday, April 22, 2023 @ 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM CDT
118 E. Maple Street
Pilot Knob, MO 63663
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Meeting place
Meet at Battle of Pilot Knob Visitor Center 118 E. Maple St. in Pilot Knob, MO any time after 9:00AM.
Planned Activities
Park Day volunteers will join US Civil War Reenactors Turner's Brigade (St. Louis, MO area) during their Spring Drill. Volunteers will be assigned to help with this event, attend special chores in the Visitor Center, engage and direct visitors as needed.
History or Educational Activities
Volunteers during Park Day may use the Visitor Center Museum which has several fine artifacts and firearms and Library. Turner's Brigade members will have their camp open to the public. Turner's Brigade members will present frontier Civil War life in the Missouri Ozarks.
Should I bring any tools or supplies?
Volunteers need no tools but may bring lunch and refreshments - also a plate and a cup will be handy.
Is there a rain date?
In the instance of inclement weather, Park Day will continue as planned.
Please note
Turner's Brigade will bring artillery and cavalry-- there will be cannon fire and mounted drill. Volunteers will be required to adhere to all safety practices while present during this event.
Accessibility considerations
Does the site have accessible parking?
Yes
Does the site have accessible bathrooms?
Yes
Are there activities planned for those with disabilities?
Yes
Can the site accommodate a wheelchair, scooter, or walker?
Yes
Does your site offer accessible facilities?:
Yes
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