History
History Department Events
The History Department hosts multiple events throughout the school year. Events include gatherings to welcome students, parties to celebrate student and faculty accomplishments, the Phi Alpha Theta (History Honor Society Initiation Ceremony, scholarly conferences, panel presentations, colloquiums, off-campus excursions, and more.
World War II live History Exhibit
FREE and open to the public.
Interact with experienced World War II re-enactors who create a living history exhibit meant to educate and inspire through live demonstrations.
Date/Time: Friday, October 18, 2024 • 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Location: Veterans Park: 1800 E. University Dr., Macomb, IL
For more information for this date, contact the Macomb Park District at (309) 833-4562.
Replicated USA, UK, Russian, German, and Finnish encampments
Weapons Demonstrations: 11:00 a.m. & 4:00 p.m.
Date/Time: Saturday, October 19, 2024 • 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Location: WIU Campus Mall
For more information for this date, contact the Department of History.
Replicated USA, UK, Russian, German, and Finnish encampments
Uniform Demonstrations: 11:00 a.m. & 4:00 p.m.
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