Spring Mill to Host "Lincoln" Civil War Battle Reenactment

Spring Mill State Park will offer an event that explores the hardships winter presented for soldiers of the Civil War on Feb. 22-23. 

The Pioneer Village will be open from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. each day with “Abraham Lincoln” (a reenactor provided by Lawrence County Tourism) giving a speech at 12:45 p.m. in the Gristmill each day. A winter tactical battle reenactment will be presented at 2 p.m. on each day. At 1:45 p.m. on each day, guests will be directed to the viewing areas from where they can safely view the battle for possession of the village. 

Both before and after the reenactment, visitors can tour the village and visit with Lincoln, talk to soldiers, and get warmed by the fires. 

Park admission is $7 per vehicle for in-state residents and $9 per vehicle for out-of-state residents. Annual Entrance Passes for 2025 are also available for purchase. 

Spring Mill State Park (on.IN.gov/springmillsp) is at 3333 State Road 60 East, Mitchell, 47446.

For more information on this and other upcoming Spring Mill events, contact Coletta Prewitt at 812-849-3534 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..