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Wednesday, August 15, 2007 Walk Back In Time with the Audrain County Historical SocietyThe Audrain County Historical Society announces the 6th Annual Walk Back In Time to be held September 28-30, 2007 at Graceland Mansion 501 S. Muldrow Mexico, MO. Seven historical camps manned with reenactors are arranged in a unique reverse timeline. Time periods include: WWII, 1898 Spanish American, 1880's Cowboys, Civil War, 1830's Mountain Men, 1770's Colonial, and Native Americans.Friday, September 28 will be devoted to educational programs for local school children. Friday evening a Fish and Chicken Fry will be held from 4-8pm followed by a Bluegrass music concert. There will also be 10 minute presentations of “The Legend of Betsy Ross” in the Museum from 6-8 PM. Saturday and Sunday's programs open at 10am and are open to the public. This is a family oriented event with something for everyone. There will be a Kids' Adventure Area opened from 10-4 both days. Modern and historical craft booths will be available both days. You can wander through the various historical campsites and speak to reenactors in period dress as well as visit the “cowboy town”. Reenactments of WWII, Civil War and the Wild West battles will take place during the day. Saturday and Sunday afternoon a “vintage” 1800's baseball game will be held on the grounds. The campsites close to the public at 4pm Saturday and reopen at 6pm for special candlelight tours of the campsites and the mansion. This is a ticket only event. Tickets may be purchased for $5 through the Audrain County Historical Society at 573-581-3910. More information is available at http://www.audrain.org/. For a memorable experience of fun, education and entertainment mark your calendar now and visit Walk Back In Time. Labels: Audrain County posted by The State Historical Society of Missouri @ 4:05 PM
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