Civil War encampment, repose of Lincoln to be held at Ohio Statehouse
The Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board (CSRAB) will commemorate the Repose of President Abraham Lincoln in the Ohio Statehouse Rotunda on Monday, April 29 from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
The day will include Civil War reenactors, a historic 36-star flag, artifacts, cannon firings and a replica coffin. The event is free and open to the public. April 29 is the anniversary of the day in 1865 when around 50,000 mourners passed by Lincoln’s coffin in the Rotunda of the Ohio Statehouse.
On the front lawn of the Statehouse, Civil War medical displays and an Artillery camp will be set up, accompanied by music from the era. The Ladies Aid Society will host a tent with interactive activities, while reenactors portraying James A. Garfield and his wife will roam the Statehouse grounds. Additionally, cannon firings on the hour will entertain spectators.
Inside the Statehouse Rotunda, a replica of President Lincoln’s coffin will be on display, along with a historic 36-star flag. The flag flew over Capitol Square during the repose of President Lincoln on April 29, 1865.
The Statehouse Museum Shop, on the ground floor of the Ohio Statehouse, offers copies of Lincoln’s Gettysburg and Second Inaugural Addresses, small statues of President Lincoln and Lincoln’s hat and a beard attachment. Mini cannons, replica Civil War firearms, and other Civil War memorabilia are also available.
The Capitol Café will be open to the public from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. for visitors to grab food and beverages throughout the day.
Contact mrupert@ohiostatehouse.org for more information. Schedule a tour inside the Ohio Statehouse for a group of 10 or more by calling 614-728-3726 or kmontgomery@ohiostatehouse.org.
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