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What is a Living History? Each weekend, April through October, various entities including the American Civil War Museum, General Lee’s Headquarters and the Gettysburg National Military Park, host Living History Encampments. Reenactors front different regiments, both North and South, and civilian groups set camp and live as they did in 1863. Take a step back in time as these groups offer military and medical demonstrations, and shed light into the life and times of the Civil War. Visitors have the opportunity to interact with the soldiers and civilians – learning about history in a fun and memorable way!