“Town in Conflict” at Historic Washington State Park and Prairie D’Ane Battlefield

The Civil War was one of the most trying times in our nation’s history. On Saturday, November 1, Historic Washington State Park, in partnership with the Nevada County Depot Museum, will host “Town in Conflict," a look at the many aspects of life during the bloody, costly years of the Civil War. The day will begin with a reenactment of the Skirmish at Prairie D’Ane Battlefield at 11am. This was the closest battle to Washington, Arkansas, that took place in 1864. The reenactment will take place on a portion of the original battlefield located off Interstate 30 at Exit 46. There will be an admission fee of $10 per vehicle to view the battle. For more information visit https://www.thedepotmuseum.org/2025civilwarweekend.Following the morning battle, programs will begin at 1pm at Historic Washington State Park about life on the home front. Visitors will experience life for civilian refugees, 19th century burial and mourning customs, military camps and drills, Civil War Era medicine, community hospital, and 19th century political issues. The day will conclude with a Civil War Period Ball at 7pm. Admission for Historic Washington State Park events is $10 per adult and $6 per child (ages 6-12). Williams Tavern, located at Historic Washington State Park, will be open for lunch from 11am—3pm. For more information, contact the park visitor center at 870-983-2684 or visit www.HistoricWashingtonStatePark.com.