The Civil War is coming to life at
Cheney, Washington, May 25th-27th 2019
The Battle of Deep Creek has a new home and a new name just 20 minutes outside Spokane in Cheney, Washington. At this time, many of the event details are subject to change as we adapt to this new location. Thanks for your patience and understanding, we can't wait to see you there!
Come and see for yourself the most turbulent times our country has ever endured — the Civil War.
Hear the crash and boom of the artillery. Feel the weight of the rifles and packs that the soldiers carried. Meet the fine ladies in their gorgeous dresses. Watch as battles are reenacted, and honor the 700,000 men who died for their beliefs.
All this at the Cheney Civil War Reenactment near Cheney, WA, May 25th, 26th, & 27th in 2019. Tickets may be purchased on-site (see admission details below).
Join us on Sunday evening at 8:30 pm for a very unique, exciting, and moving Civil War experience! We'll kick things off with a bang in the most awe-inspiring light show on this side of the Mississippi as the valley is shaken and illuminated with artillery fire and flames leap from lines of massed muskets.
Once you've quenched your thirst for explosions, travel time with our guides and take a peek at the somber nightime camps of the armies. Be a fly on a wall at a Civil War field hospital, watching the overworked surgeon attend to his patients; listen in on a conversation between a young soldier and a chaplain; join a soldier at his lonely picket post.
Admission will be $10 per adult and $5 for children under 18. Tickets may be purchased in advance from the tea-tent in Union Camp (look for red, white, and blue buntings), walk-ons accepted. Cash only please.
NEW EVENT LOCATION IN CHENEY, WASHINGTON!
From Spokane21 min. 16 miles
Get on I-90 W towards Ritzville. Take exit 270 (Four Lakes) and continue south on Lt. Col. Michael P. Anderson Memorial Hwy. After arriving in Cheney, turn Left onto Pine Street. Cross two sets of RR tracks, and you're there!
Times are and events are subject to change. Thanks for your patience while we plan and coordinate.
Join us at the pavilion (in the center of civillian camp, near the sutlers) between 10 am and closing for educational and entertaining presentations by some of our brightest living historians throughout the weekend. Get in-depth looks into the times and meet some of the famous characters of the war. Here are our presentations from 2018:
Saturday & Sunday at 2:00 pmThe Civil War to 1863By Keith Deaton and Don McConnell
Saturday & Sunday at 1:30 pmNoon on MondayBy Roy Talbot
Saturday & Sunday at 4:00pmFor half a man is better than none!by Mike Inman
Sunday at 12:30 pmCivil War United States Sharpshootersby Ethan Whitehall
Sunday at noonTheir garments and neccessities.by Bettie Russo
Saturday at 10:00 amThe musicians of the armies.by The Columbia Drum and Fife Corps
Saturday at 1:00 pmMonday at 12:30 pmMourning 1860's Styleby Chris Marshall
Monday at 11:00 amAn educational and fun hobby.by Merritt Elmore
Monday at 10:00 amGet the inside scoop on how you too can recreate history.by Sherrie Taylor
Saturday at 9:30 amMonday at 11:30 amby Ben Benninghoff
Saturday & Monday at 10:30 amThe story of Washington Territorial Governor Isaac Stevensby Nick Adams
Sunday at 1:00 pmby Sherrie Taylor
Saturday at noonHer duties and the truth about life on plantations.by Bettie Russo
Saturday & Sunday at 4:30 pmAnd magic elixers, too!by Joseph Taylor
Saturday at 12:30 pmMonday at 9:30 amThe Saga of the H.L. Hunleyby Rick Leaumont
Sunday at 10:00 amThe role of the cavalry, North and South.by Bob Davisson & Rich Bright
What time does the event open?
8:30 am for the daytime event, 8:00 pm for the Sunday night light show and lantern walk.
What time does the event close?
5:00 pm on Saturday & Sunday and 2:00 pm on Monday.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes, but your dog must be well behaved and on a leash at all times.
Is the site handicap accessible?
Yes, we have a handicap parking area very near the camps.
Do I buy tickets at the event?
The tickets for both the day and evening events will be sold at the event before you cross the bridge from parking to the reenactment site.
Can I buy advance tickets to the evening show on Sunday?
Yes. Tickets to the Sunday evening show will be sold at the tea tent in Union Camp, look for red, white & blue buntings.
What if it rains?
The reenactment will go on rain or shine!
Can I bring my own food?
Certainly! If you plan to make a day of the event, don't forget to pack a picnic lunch. Absolutely NO alcoholic beverages please.
Will there be a food vendor?
Snacks, kettle corn, soft drinks, and water will be avalable from on-site food vendors.
Can I camp overnight?
Only if you are a registered Civil War reenactor.
Can I change my mind and get a refund?
Sorry, but we don't offer any refunds once you have purchased your ticket.