Celebrate 1859 Holiday Traditions at New Market's Christmas Event
Step back into 1859 with Christmas on the Farm at the New Market Battlefield
The Winchester Star | Friday, December 5, 2025
The Winchester Star reports on the Virginia Museum of the Civil War's 'Christmas on the Farm' event in New Market, where visitors can experience holiday traditions of the Bushong family in 1859, just before the Civil War. This festive event offers crafts, historical reenactments, and insights into how families celebrated Christmas during a time of social upheaval, bridging the past and the present. The event coincides with New Market's holiday parade, reinforcing community ties and support amidst challenging times.