Civil War Days at Lakewood Forest Preserve - July 11 & 12, 2009
Union artillery at Civil War Days, photo by Chip Williams

Northern Illinois' largest Civil War Reenactment!

The Lake County Discovery Museum is proud to present the 18th annual Civil War Days encampment in 2009. The event features infantry, cavalry and artillery reenactors, as well as musicians, sutlers, medical personnel and civilians. Ongoing drills, activities, and Civil War era shopping are available both days.