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162nd Battle of New Market Commemoration

162nd Battle of New Market Commemoration

Join us as we remember the Battle of New Market that raged across Jacob Bushong’s farm and the soldiers that struggled there. Special emphasis will highlight the role of the Cadets from the Virginia Military Institute that were asked to fill a gap in the Confederate battle line and helped to turn the tide of the battle.

Activities and cooking demonstrations at the Bushong Farm, military drill, live black powder demonstrations, and camp life. Special guests the Society of Civil War surgeons will conduct multiple medical demonstrations over the course of the weekend.

Virginia Museum of the Civil War at New Market Battlefield State Historical Park
$7-$12
10:00 AM - 04:00 PM on Sat, 16 May 2026

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Virginia Museum of the Civil War at New Market Battlefield State Historical Park
866-515-1864
nmbshp@vmi.edu
Virginia Museum of the Civil War at New Market Battlefield State Historical Park
8895 George Collins Drive
New Market , Virginia 22844
866-515-1864
nmbshp@vmi.edu