13th Annual Civil War Symposium

13th Annual Civil War Symposium9:00 am - 5:00 pm(GMT-05:00) Morson-Ario-Strand VFW Post 950, 1900 Riverfront Dr., MankatoCategoriesHistorical, Lecture & Discussion28mar9:00 am5:00 pm

Event Details

The 13th annual symposium, Liberty and Union: Tale of Two Revolutions, is dedicated to commemorating the 250th anniversary of our nation’s birth, by comparing America’s War of Independence (1775-1781), with its Civil War (1861-1865), and highlighting the historical connections between these two momentous events. The symposium features a full day of speakers, costumed interpreters, Revolutionary and Civil War era music, exhibits, books, panel discussions, and more.

Registration is $35/adults and $20/students. Friends of the Boy in Blue 2026 members receive a $5 discount on registration. Registration includes lunch and must be received before March 20, 2025.

Download the registration form: https://www.boyinblue.org/news-events. Online payment option available. Admission at the door does NOT include lunch and only if space is available.

Location

Morson-Ario-Strand VFW Post 950

1900 Riverfront Dr., Mankato

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