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Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - Prospects of Peace: A Soldier’s Prayer


category : Historic Parks
Prospects of Peace: A Soldier’s Prayer presents a special program focusing on Yuletide 1864 when Harpers Ferry soldiers attempted to create their own version of Christmas on the battle front. Programs and activities will feature local citizens and soldiers preparing for the Yuletide, a Civil War style Santa Claus dispersing presents to the soldiers, a Victorian Cotillion, Yuletide confections, and special guided walking tours.


Address: P.O. Box 65

Phone: 304-535-6298
Our Website:www.nps.gov/hafe/home.htm

Come visit us in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia

Attractions and Upcoming Events



Arts, Crafts & Olde Tyme Christmas Craft Show

Please join us for the 12th annual Arts, Crafts & Olde Tyme Christmas Craft Show at the Hilltop House Hotel in Harpers Ferry, WV. December 2nd and 3rd, 2006 from 9:00 am to 5:00

Harpers Ferry, WV Other Events


Harpers Ferry Outdoor Festival and 9th Anual Tim Gavin Downriver Race

Saturday, June 16th.
Race starts at 1:00pm, and the Festival begains at 2:00pm.
Live music throughout the day feturing "Jah Works"

Harpers Ferry, WV Other Events

Things to do Historic Parks near Harpers Ferry, WV

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - Defend and Protect: Arming the American Soldier

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Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - Bill Barker as Thomas Jefferson

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Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - A Soldiers City: Harpers Ferry 1864

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Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - A Woman’s Place: Harpers Ferry 1800-1931

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