Civil War on the Border

August 18-21, Watkins Museum of History

Douglas County's largest annual commemoration of its heritage

The 27th annual Civil War on the Border will have the theme of intersections between natural and cultural history. This four-day festival will include annual favorites like bus and walking tours of local sites and a moving memorial service for the victims of Quantrill's Raid. This year, we'll also have talks on Native American history and other topics. View the tours and events below, and learn more here>