Christmas in the Field - Civil War Reenactment at Endview Plantation in Newport News, VA

Experience the lives of Civil War soldiers during the winter of 1861 & 1862 on the Virginia peninsula at Christmas in the Field at Endview Plantation. The two-day event will include a battle reenactment of the conflict between General Benjamin Butler's Union forces and General John Magruder's Confederate forces.

Other events will include artillery demonstrations, signal demonstrations, children's games, lectures and talks, troop formation displays and more. Even Santa will be on-hand to join in the festivities with families! Enjoy a festive holiday fling with a historic twist at the Christmas in the Field reenactment and festival the Newport News' Endview Plantation.

Points of Interest

Endview Plantation in Newport News, VA

Built in 1769, the Endview Plantation in nearby Newport News is a favorite living history attraction for visitors in the Williamsburg area.