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Here is some handy information that will make your visit to the Perryville Commemoration more enjoyable.
1. Patience – Plan on arriving early and staying late. Traffic will be congested both getting in and getting out of the park. Give yourself at least two hours before the battle starts and plan to stay awhile after the battle is over.
2. Safety First – Please do not cross any roped off areas. They are roped off to keep you safe. No the bullets aren’t real, but they are real weapons that can hurt you. Horses have minds of their own. Please exercise caution around weapons and horses.
3. Not Just a Battle – Please check the schedule of events. There are many interesting events scheduled during the weekend. Please visit the reenactor camps, the museum, the sutler area and the food vendors. Guided tours and other attractions are offered throughout the day. Please check at the information area in the small picnic shelter.
4. Big Battlefield – Be prepared to walk. The park is over 900 acres. The battle sites will be some distance from the parking, food vendors, and other attractions. Please give yourself at least 30 to 45 minutes to walk to the spectator line for the battle. Wear good shoes and be prepared to deal with uneven surfaces, steep slopes and horse leftovers.
5. Rain or Shine – The Battle of Perryville was fought during one of the worst droughts recorded in Kentucky. The weather in Kentucky is unpredictable and we never know what to expect during the reenactment. Please be prepared to deal with hot temperatures, rain, cold temperatures or who knows what.
6. Bring a Seat – There are no bleachers or fixed seating. You are welcome to bring folding chairs so that you may be comfortable during the reenactment, but please be prepared to keep them with you the entire day.
7. Ask Questions – Please feel free to interact with the reenactors. They really enjoy telling people about what they are portraying. Let us answer some of the most common questions: yes, they are hot in those uniforms or dresses; yes, they sleep in the tents; yes, they cook over the fires and yes, they will be happy to recruit you into their units……..
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