Reenactors -- Living Historians!!

Dispatch from the
Pea Patch
July 28, 2007

This summer, Fort Delaware will sponsor Dispatch from the Pea Patch. We are looking for approximately 100 dedicated living historians with the “right stuff” to portray Confederate prisoners, Union infantrymen, artillerists and guards, and civilians. If you’ve got it, come join us! This year, the Park and Event Staff is working with several new and returning groups to re-create life on Pea Patch Island during July of 1864.

Please remember, you must register individually. No unit registrations will be accepted. Registration is free.  Download a registration form (pdf document) or call the Park Office to register (302) 834-7491.

The situation:

Throughout the Civil War, many reporters found their way onto Pea Patch Island to write stories about the people there.  Here is the chance to write your own story.  Come to the island for this one-day event and learn what life was like as the Civil War was dragging on in 1864.  Remember, there is a presidential election coming up, and politics are the talk of the day.  Will President Lincoln be reelected and continue with the war?  Or, will General McClellan win and try to end the war as quickly as possible?  Discover the thoughts of the soldiers and civilians living in and around the fort.  On the lighter side of things, there are plenty of activities for children, from playing period games to attending school on the island.  There will be many interactive demonstrations and tours throughout the day. 

Event Coordinators have more details available to help you round out your impression.

Event Coordinators

Contact our Event Coordinators for more information.