General Sherman Returns to Acworth, Georgia and the Lemon House

General Sherman returns to Acworth, Georgia and the historic Lemon House on Friday and Saturday, March 28 and 29. The Save Acworth History Foundation alongside the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War and Daughters of Union Veterans of the Civil War are looking forward to welcoming visitors downtown to the Lemon House for a weekend of reenactments and demonstrations highlighting General Sherman’s time in Acworth during the Civil War. Bring the whole family for this exciting event and learn more about the Civil War history of Acworth.

Highlights For the Weekend
· Union Civil War Encampment at The Lemon House grounds open for visitors at dusk on Friday, March 28 and all day on Saturday, March 29.
· Historic Military Impressions throughout the day on Saturday, March 29 including Artillery Display, Civil War Hospital, Working Telegraph and Signal Flag Demonstrations, Manual of Arms and Musket Firing, Civil War Photography, Supply Wagon Display, and more!
· Civilian Life in Acworth During the Civil War – Cooking in the 1860s, Lye Soap making, Civil War Era Masonry and much more!
· Watch General Sherman “ride” down Lemon Street and arrive at his HQ location to start the Marker Dedication Ceremony on Saturday, March 29, 2025.
· Fun for the whole Family! Spend the day at the Lemon House!
· For more information contact The Save Acworth History Foundation at www.saveacworthhistory.com, or akemp3000@yahoo.com.