Camp Floyd State Park, in conjunction with the Utah Territorial Civilian Commission and Utah Civil War Association, are hosting Camp Floyd Days on Saturday and Monday at Camp Floyd State Park. The event will allow visitors to experience camp life and participate in several activities performed by soldiers of Johnston's Army.
Events include re-enactments, encampments, firearm and cannon demonstrations, marches, drills, 1861 period games and photos in period uniform. The events and activities will be conducted between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. on both days and are free of charge unless otherwise indicated. Standard museum entrance fees of $2 per person or $6 per family still apply. Food concession will be available to purchase at the event. Camp Floyd State Park is located in the town of Fairfield, 22 miles southwest of Lehi on Highway 73. For more information, contact the park at (801) 768-8932.
Established in 1858, Camp Floyd was the largest military installation then in the United States. The army was sent to Utah to put down a Mormon Rebellion, which never took place. The army was recalled in 1861 with the outbreak of the Civil War.
Posted in Fairfield, Weeklies on Thursday, September 3, 2009 4:25 pm
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