CALENDAR ANNOUNCEMENT

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OLUSTEE STATE PARK TO HOST REENACTMENT OF CIVIL WAR BATTLE

~Living historians gather for the 40th annual reenactment of Florida’s largest Civil War battle~

WHAT:           Civil War Battle Reenactment

WHEN:           Friday, Feb. 12: Educational Programs for school children
                       Saturday, Feb. 13: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Battle reenactment at 3:30 p.m.
                       Sunday, Feb. 14: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Battle reenactment at 1:30 p.m.

WHERE:        Olustee Battlefield Historic State Park
                       5815 Battlefield Trail Road
                       Olustee, FL 32087

HOW:             Event entry is $10 for adults, $5 for children and free for children ages
                       4 and younger. School groups may call 386-397-7003 to register for
                       the event on Friday.

More than 2,000 reenactors will present impressions of military and civilian life at the time of Florida's largest Civil War battle. The event will feature battle reenactments, period music concerts, crafts, lectures, color ceremonies, military drills and cavalry exhibits.

The Battle of Olustee was fought on Feb. 20, 1864. More than 10,000 cavalry, infantry and artillery troops and three African-American regiments took part in the battle that ended with 2,807 casualties and a Confederate victory.

Please note: Pets are not allowed at the park during the reenactment. Food concessions will be available, but ATM will not be available and credit/debit cards are not accepted. 

For more information, call 386-758-0400 or visit http://battleofolustee.org/ or https://www.floridastateparks.org/park/Olustee-Battlefield.

About Florida State Parks, Greenways and Trails 

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Florida’s 174 state parks, trails and historic sites inspire residents and visitors with recreation opportunities and scenic beauty that help strengthen families, educate children, expand local economies and foster community pride. With nearly 800,000 acres, 100 miles of beaches and more than 1,500 miles of multi-use trails, residents and visitors should plan to visit soon and often to enjoy Florida’s natural treasures. Download the Florida State Parks Pocket Ranger® mobile app, available on iTunes and Android Market, to plan your trip and enhance your experience while visiting. For more information, visit www.FloridaStateParks.org

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