Who We Are
We are a family-friendly group of American Civil War artillery reenactors based in central and southwest Ohio and northern Kentucky. We have both male and female members from many walks of life and most every age group. Our hobby is also a passion that draws us together both on and off the field.
What we Do
We participate in Civil War reenactments using member-owned replica (but real) artillery cannons playing mostly Union artillerymen. We also set up our guns and displays at historical events. We speak to interested groups and travel to schools for in-person educational programs.
Our Mission
Our mission is multifold; To honor the memory of the over half million Americans who died during the Civil War; to educate the public about the war and 19th Century artillery and to achieve these aims through battle reenactments, educational programs and other historically oriented events.
2022 SCHEDULE UPDATE
January 25, 2022
The 5th Ohio Light Artillery is resuming operations. Our schedule may be light for the remainder of the year due to events not yet rescheduled. Keep checking for schedule updates.
Event
2022 Unit Meeting
Date
February 19, 2022 at noon
Location
Marion's Pizza
Mason, Ohio