The University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma is hosting a summer symposium on June 27, 2013, featuring Dr. James “Bud” Robertson. Dr. Robertson will speak about Confederate Lt. Gen. Thomas J. “Stonewall” Jackson and Robert E. Lee. To find out more about his program visit the USAO website: http://usao.edu/summer-history-symposium-2013.
The Honey Springs Battlefield Historic Site will commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Honey Springs. The battle, fought July 17, 1863, was the most important engagement of the Civil War in Indian Territory.
Activities will include battle reenactments featuring infantry, cavalry, and artillery; guided and self-guided tours of the camps; various demonstrations; living history programs; and sutlers.
Friday, November 8 will be an education day for students. Battle reenactments will be held Saturday and Sunday.
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Honey Springs Battlefield
1863 Honey Springs Battlefield Rd.
Checotah, OK 74426-6301
(918) 473-5572
honeysprings@okhistory.org