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

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.

Getting There & Details

Address
P.O. Box 65
Phone
304-535-6298
Website
www.nps.gov/hafe/home.htm
Map
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