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History Hour

The Siege of Vicksburg

2025-07-10 14:00:00 2025-07-10 15:30:00 America/New_York History Hour “The Father of Waters again goes unvexed to the sea" - President Abraham Lincoln. Central Ridge Library - Community Room

Thursday, July 10
2:00pm - 3:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-07-10 14:00:00 2025-07-10 15:30:00 America/New_York History Hour “The Father of Waters again goes unvexed to the sea" - President Abraham Lincoln. Central Ridge Library - Community Room

Central Ridge Library

Community Room

“The Father of Waters again goes unvexed to the sea" - President Abraham Lincoln.

Lincoln once remarked, “Vicksburg is the key! The war can never be brought to a close until that key is in our pocket.” Vicksburg was a vital stronghold strategically situated on the Mississippi River. When Confederate General Pemberton surrendered Vicksburg to Union General Grant on July 4, 1863, it cut the Confederacy in two and led to subsequent strategic conquests in the Confederacy. The capture of Vicksburg was a critical event in the American Civil War, yet it was quickly overshadowed by the Battle of Gettysburg and remains so to this day. Join us for a presentation on the 47-day siege of Vicksburg, and a presentation of period uniforms, equipment, and gear from the American Civil War.

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | History & Travel |

TAGS: | Event |

Central Ridge Library


Hours
We're closed Friday July 04 due to Independence Day
Mon, Jun 30 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Jul 01 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Jul 02 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Jul 03 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Fri, Jul 04 Closed
(Independence Day)
Sat, Jul 05 9:00AM to 4:00PM
Sun, Jul 06 Closed

About the branch

The Central Ridge Branch is located on the corner of Forest Ridge Blvd and Roosevelt Blvd in Beverly Hills. This location houses a community rooms, 2 study rooms and a computer lab.

Upcoming events

Mon, Jul 07, 10:15am - 12:00pm
Computer Lab
Explore the immersive worlds of Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR).

Mon, Jul 07, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Community Room
Sit & Be Fit is an exercise program that focuses on stretch and strengthening exercises that can be done from a seated position.

Tue, Jul 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room
Dive into a sea of color and fun! Learn about the vibrant world of sea creatures as we explore how and why ocean animals come in so many dazzling colors.

Tue, Jul 08, 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Quiet Area
Coloring can be beneficial to adults in many ways; it generates wellness, motor skills, the senses and creativity.

Tue, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room
Vibrant ocean creatures are artworks unto themselves. Some of our seaworthy crafts & activities are also inspired by Percy Jackson, son of Poseidon!

Cancelled
Tue, Jul 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Adult learners can practice their English communication skills through guided conversation groups.

Wed, Jul 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Room
Books & Babies is a special storytime for children, ages 0 to 30 months and their caregivers.

Wed, Jul 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Room
Little learners is a special storytime for children, ages 30 months to 5 years old and their caregivers.

Wed, Jul 09, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Community Room
The "Ask a Master Gardener" program, offered by the UF/IFAS Citrus County Extension, is an opportunity for residents to learn about timely gardening topics.

Thu, Jul 10, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Community Room
Celebrate Harry Potter's birthday by crafting these pencil wands. They're perfect for any witch, wizard, or muggle!

Thu, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Community Room
“The Father of Waters again goes unvexed to the sea" - President Abraham Lincoln.