Cocktails and Cannonballs 2025

The National Civil War Museum is thrilled to announce the return of our highly anticipated fundraising event, Cocktails and Cannonballs. Please mark your calendars for Friday, September 20, 2024, from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM, and join us for an evening of history, libations, and lively conversation at one of the nation’s premier Civil War museums.

Building on the success of last year’s event, Cocktails and Cannonballs offers a unique blend of entertainment and education. Attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy specially crafted cocktails while exploring the museum’s extensive collection of Civil War artifacts. The evening will feature live music, exclusive access to exhibits, and a variety of delicious hors d’oeuvres.

This event is not just about enjoying a great evening—it’s about supporting the museum’s mission to preserve and interpret the history of the American Civil War for future generations. Proceeds from the event will directly benefit the museum’s educational programs and preservation efforts.

Event Details:

• Date: Friday, September 20, 2024
• Time: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
• Location: The National Civil War Museum, 1 Lincoln Circle, Harrisburg, PA

Tickets:  $50/member $75/person $125/couple ~ Tickets can be purchased here: bit.ly/CocktailsandCannonballs2025

This is a must-attend event for history enthusiasts and supporters of the museum. Don’t miss your chance to experience the National Civil War Museum in a whole new light—literally and figuratively—as we raise our glasses to history.

• Stroll the galleries with living historians.
• Sample regional cuisine with local caterers ~ C & J Catering, Susquehanna Harvest Seasonal Grill & Wine Bar, Festive Board Catering, Jazzeryns Catering, and Upohar Catering. More to follow…
• Shop the silent auction.
• Explore soldier’s camps by firelight and make yourself a s’more.
• Sample a Civil War Sundae.
• Try your luck at the wine pull, soldier’s games, trivia and raffles.
• Visit the cigar bar and coffee corner.
• Win a chance to fire a cannon at the close of the evening.

All proceeds benefit The National Civil War Museum’s educational programs, building fund and artifact preservation.