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center-225115CIVIL WAR RE-ENACTMENT AND ENCAMPMENTCIVILIAN REGULATIONS MUSEUM RULES & REGULATIONS:Whether you are participating in the living history scenarios, presenting a special impression, or just attending the event to support your family members in the military you must follow these rules and regulations. The following list is a compilation of museum site rules and will be enforced during museum open hours (9:30am to 4:00pm both Saturday and Sunday):All modern items must be kept out of site of the public including but not limited tocamerasbaby strollerscell phoneswrist watchesvisible body piercings and tattoosflip flops, sneakers or sandalssunglassesfood and beverage containers, especially coolersPlease refrain from wearing much make-up, nail polish, lipstick or gloss, and especially French manicures, nails art, or plastic nails. When able, please replace modern eyeglasses with period style wire frames with small oval lenses or wear contacts.NO MODERN CLOTHING OR SHOES are to be worn in the civilian camps during the hours the museum is open to the public. If, because of the heat, you wish to change out of your day dress and shoes you should consider wearing a period authentic wrapper and slippers. If you are changing into modern clothing you MUST leave the camp area and go to another part of the museum. Appearing in modern clothing in the civilian camp does not make a good impression on the museum visitors. Civilians must be fully dressed in period correct clothing when in public (outside of your tent) during the hours the museum is open to the public. This includes children. There will be no first person impressions of famous people without prior permission of the event committee. No prostitute impressions are allowed.No firearms are to be worn, carried, or used by civilians.Please refrain from using profane or inappropriate language in camp at any time.Respect military protocol. If possible, civilians wishing to visit a military camp should try to obtain a pass/military escort from the Provost.Children under the age of 12 are not to be left alone, or allowed to roam the museum grounds or enter any of the museum buildings without an adult. This includes restaurants and modern restrooms.CLOTHING GUIDELINESThe following pages represent a handbook which should be used by civilian re-enactors to improve their current clothing, appearance, and impression. A guideline is defined as a general rule, principle, or piece of advice. These guidelines were written by re-enactors for re-enactors and they are meant to advance and progress the GCV&M Civil War Re-enactment over time. The planning committee hopes to educate and encourage all civilian re-enactors to increase awareness of authentic impressions over the next several years with the ultimate goal of sharing their knowledge of life in the 1860s with the museum’s visitors in order to recreate an authentic mid-century Civil War-era village environment for the benefit of the public and the re-enactors alike.First and foremost, ALL civilians are encouraged to participate in the civilian activities and living history scenarios taking place in the village during the event. If your group has an idea for a scenario or activity they would like to present please contact the Civilian Coordinators in advance (refer to contact page for email addresses and phone numbers). The committee considers to be the premier resource for information on clothing, food, books and village life from 1830 to 1870. This is a wonderful resource available online 24/7.Each unit should send one civilian to the Friday night Civilian Coordinators’ Meeting (see event schedule for time and location). If your unit does not have a civilian coordinator, please designate one person as the civilian contact person for the weekend and have him/her attend. This meeting will cover important information about rations, firewood, first aid, civilian activities, etc. In all cases, it is best to use a reliable historically documented pattern with proper fit. Suggested patterns include Homespun Patterns, Past Patterns and Kanik’s Corner (although somewhat early for this period). For children, recommended patterns include Elizabeth Stewart Clark’s patterns for infants through teens, found at her website. Elizabeth also offers several free patterns for ladies and children on her website, . CONTINUED ON THE NEXT PAGE...LADIES’ CLOTHING GUIDELINESDress the hair in a suitable l860’s style – parted in the middle (whether long or short) with a chignon at the base of the head. No bangs or French braids. Hairnets, if worn, should be of fine material in a neutral color. Hairnets should be worn over hair that is styled, not loose. Loose hair is acceptable only on girls (pre-teen and younger).If wearing jewelry choose earrings with French wires or small hoops and simple brooches. Young girls (under 14) would not have worn earrings. CHILDREN’S CLOTHING GUIDELINESFrom infancy until toilet trained, all children, both boys and girls, are dressed in dresses. Modern diapers need to be covered by a cloth diaper pinned or tied on, a wool soaker, or a pair of cotton drawers similar to those that older children wear. Proper underpinnings such as a chemise and petticoats are to be worn. For the feet, plain colored knee socks in natural fibers; soft shoes, slippers or booties in a period style; lace up ankle boots with a minimal heel; or plain Mary Jane style shoes are acceptable. Infants may wear a white cap on their heads. Toddlers may wear a slat or quilted bonnet. Modern baby equipment is not to be visible in camp or on the museum grounds during the event. This includes strollers, pack and plays, car seats and baby wearing devices. If bottle fed, the bottle must be covered in cloth. For boys who are toilet trained up to age eight, knee length trousers either banded or loose, or full length trousers are appropriate. Trousers can be worn with tunics or with shirts. The shirts can be buttoned to the trousers for a neater look or may simply be tucked in. Boys may also wear vests or sack jackets. Mechanic’s caps, wheel caps, and some felt hats are appropriate head wear. Lace up ankle boots with a minimal heel and sole or lace up dress shoes worn with plain colored natural fiber socks are acceptable. For younger boys, a plain Mary Jane style shoe is also an option. Boys ages eight and older wear styles that adult civilian males wear, including long trousers in linen, cotton or wool, long sleeved shirts with a button placket, a vest, and a jacket. They may also wear a cravat. Hat and shoe options are the same as those listed for younger boys. All boys’ hair is typically parted to the side. Girls wear underpinnings similar to those of an adult woman, including a chemise, drawers, petticoats, and possibly a hoop and stays. Dresses can be in a variety of styles including short or long sleeves, boat necked or jewel necked. Girls ages three or four wear dresses hemmed just below the knee. As girls age, the hem length moves down the calf. Younger girls’ dresses are back fastening. Girls in their mid to late teen years will begin to transition into adult styles with front opening dresses and ankle length hems. Girls’ hair is typically parted in the middle, without bangs. Younger girls may wear their hair down, or with a ribbon, or in two braids (no French braids). Teen girls may move toward more adult styles. As with younger children, knee socks in plain colors, lace up ankle boots, plain Mary Jane style shoes or plain ballet flats are acceptable footwear. Girls may wear slat bonnets, quilted bonnets, buckram bonnets or straw hats in an appropriate style. MEN’S CLOTHING GUIDELINESThe clothing and accessories for male civilians should be appropriate for their age and economic status. This applies to both adults and children. Pre- teen and teen boys dressed like adult men. Wear proper underclothing (shirt and drawers) of muslin. Choose natural fabrics – l00% cotton, silk, wool, or linen. Choose colors and patterns that were available during the period. White was used in mass produced shirts available in the North. Choose a cotton or linen shirt (Placket front or ‘firemans’ style) with or without a collar depending upon your economic status. Choose sturdy wool, cotton, linen or ‘jean’ (cotton and wool combined, not denim) button front trousers, with or without front pockets. No pockets in rear. Leather or fabric braces (suspenders) may be worn if needed and are buttoned to the waistband of the trousers. A belt may be worn but no belt loops. Wear correct shoes, brogans, or boots appropriate for your occupation and the weather, with cotton or wool socks. House slippers are appropriate in camp. Choose a sack coat of linen or wool for a working man’s impression. For a business man a frock coat may be worn. Choose a correctly made hat appropriate for your age and economic status, and the weather. Choose a neck cloth, cravat, or large multicolored bandana (not a modern bandana) for a working man’s impression. Silk or cotton ascots, cravats, or stocks would be worn by a businessman. If you are involved in heavy or dirty labor wear a smock or overshirt over your regular shirt. If not, wear a waistcoat (vest). The bottom edge of the vest should be straight across and the back should be brown polished cotton if a dark colored fabric and a light colored back if the front is a light color. The material of the front of the vest should be linen, wool, silk, or cotton and can help to indicate your economic status. Wear your hair in a suitable l860’s style – somewhat longer than today’s styles (but no long ponytails or braids), usually parted on the side, and treated with a hairdressing. Facial hair was popular so consider a beard, mustache, sideburns, or any combination thereof. A FINAL NOTE:Event administrators will have the right to correct what they believe to be inappropriate equipment or actions. In all matters of controversy, the staff of the Genesee Country Village & Museum will have final say.We thank you in advance for following these guidelines and assisting us in providing the public & living historians with an accurate portrayal of life during the American Civil War. ................
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