Holden will be hosting a MCWRA Maximum Effort Event on September 19 and 20, 2009.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
| Saturday, September 19 | ||
| 9:00 a.m. | Camps open to the public | |
| 10:30 a.m. | Ladies Tea / Fashion Show | |
| 1:00 p.m. | Battle | |
| 8:00 p.m. | Dance | |
| 9:00 p.m. | Night artillery demonstration | |
| Sunday, September 20 | ||
| 9:00 a.m. | Camps open to public | |
| 10:00 a.m. | Church services at the large tent | |
| 1:00 p.m. | Battle | |
Performing throughout the weekend will be Bob Welch. Bob performs songs of the Civil War period, singing and accompanying himself on guitar and banjo. His performances, a combination of music, history and storytelling, have been enthusiastically received at Civil War reenactments, schools, libraries, fairs, museums and senior care facilities across the USA, including Iowa, Wisconsin, Illinois, Missouri, Virginia and Gettysburg, PA
Period tradespeople and crafters will be present throughout the weekend displaying their goods and many talents.
Contact Michael Roderman at 573-247-0120 to register or for more information contact the Holden Area Chamber of Commerce by sending an to info@holdenchamber.org.
Directions to Holden, Missouri
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Directions to the Holden City Lake (Click here for driving directions)
From MO-131, Go West on 58 Hwy, follow it out of town, approximately 3.2 miles. The highway will curve to the right and then to the left, after the road straightens, there will be a gravel road on the right and a sign on the left side of the road that says "Holden City Lake".
Turn right on the gravel road (SW 1521st Road), cross the railroad tracks and drive approximately 1.2 miles to the lake. There are 4 entrances to the lake, the first will be right in front of you. The registration table, activities tent, food vendors and sutlers will be located here.
Click here for enlarged view of the Holden City Lake.
| Friday, September 18 | ||
| Noon - Midnight | Registration at Lake Gate Entrance | |
| Saturday, September 19 | ||
| 7:00 a.m. | Breakfast ration dispersal at large tent | |
| 8:00 a.m. - Noon | Registration open | |
| 9:00 a.m. | Camps open to the public | |
| 10:30 a.m. | Ladies Tea / Fashion Show at large tent | |
| 1:00 p.m. | Battle | |
| 5:30 p.m. | Prepared meal for reenactors | |
| 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. | Dance at large tent | |
| After Dance | Night artillery demonstration | |
| 12:00 p.m. | Quiet period observed | |
| Sunday, September 20 | ||
| 7:00 a.m. | Breakfast ration dispersal at large tent | |
| 9:00 a.m. | Camps open to public | |
| 10:00 a.m. | Church services at the large tent | |
| 1:00 p.m. | Battle | |
| Both Days | ||
| 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. | Sutlers row open, food concessions will also be open | |
Notice: All vehicles MUST be out of camps by 8:00 a.m. Saturday morning.
All reenactors must stay in period dress until after the battle on Sunday.
No vehicles will be allowed in camps until the battle is over on Sunday.
Any questions or information contact Event Coordinator Michael Roderman.
Nearby Accomodations
| Hotels | Bed & Breakfast |
| Belmont Motel 629 E. Business 50 Warrensburg, MO 64093 660-747-8634 |
The Camel Crossing Bed & Breakfast 210 E. Gay Street Warrensburg, MO 64093 660-429-2973 |
| Comfort Inn - Warrensburg Station 609 E. Russell Ave. Warrensburg, MO 64093 660-429-4848 |
Doubletree Acres Bed & Breakfast 43 SW 58 Highway Centerview, MO 64019 660-656-3652 |
| Days Inn 204 Cleveland Warrensburg, MO 64093 660-429-2400 |
Gelbach Manor Bed & Breakfast 300 S. Holden Street Warrensburg, MO 64093 660-747-5085 |
| Holiday Inn Express 626 E. Russell Ave. Warrensburg, MO 64093 660-747-3000 |
Good House Bed & Breakfast 707 N. Holden Street Warrensburg, MO 64093 660-747-9563 |
| University Inn 403 E. Russell Ave. Warrensburg, MO 64093 660-747-5125 |
Cottage on the Knoll at Cedarcroft Farm 431 SE County Rd Y Warrensburg, MO 64093 660-747-5728 |
| Super 8 Motel 440 E. Russell Ave. Warrensburg, MO 64093 660-429-2183 |
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| Restaurants in Holden | |
| Sonic
101 South Lexington Holden, MO 64040 |
Strate's Drive Inn 405 West 2nd Holden, MO 64040 |
| Godfathers Pizza 1080 E. 10th Holden, MO 64040 |
Jaimie's Place 300 S Market Street Holden, MO 64040 |
| China King 1070 E. 10th Holden, MO 64040 |
Galle's Smokehouse Grill 105 W 2nd Street Holden, MO 64040 |
| Market Street Deli 215 South Market Street Holden, MO 64040 |
Subway 1050 E. 10th Holden, MO 64040 |
| Cowboy Inn 119 East 2nd Holden, MO 64040 |