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Farewell Reception - Living History & Monument Dedication

Sat, Aug 22

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Elks Lodge #869 Lyons

AFTER the dedication of "True Valor at Gettysburg," join us that evening for cocktails, dinner and keynote speakers to conclude the celebration and commemoration.

Farewell Reception - Living History & Monument Dedication
Farewell Reception - Living History & Monument Dedication

Time & Location

Aug 22, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Elks Lodge #869 Lyons, 32 Church St, Lyons, NY 14489, USA

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About the event


IMAGE SOURCE: Facebook 111th   The bottom row,          from L to R Capt Holomus Dodt, 7th NY Inf; Brig Gen. Clinton MacDougall; Lieut. Roland Dennis, 111th NY Inf. Back row L to R is Capt. Edgar Heutson, 111th NY Inf; Major L.L. Rose; Surgeon Edwin Cooper; Capt. William Reid, Inspector General, 57th NY Inf.
IMAGE SOURCE: Facebook 111th The bottom row, from L to R Capt Holomus Dodt, 7th NY Inf; Brig Gen. Clinton MacDougall; Lieut. Roland Dennis, 111th NY Inf. Back row L to R is Capt. Edgar Heutson, 111th NY Inf; Major L.L. Rose; Surgeon Edwin Cooper; Capt. William Reid, Inspector General, 57th NY Inf.

The Farewell Reception for the "True Valor at Gettysburg" monument dedication strikes a balance of continuity with the day's activities, music and contemplation of heart. This reception will round out the sentiment of remembrance, gratitude and better understanding.


Reception to be held at the Lyons Elks Lodge #869 , adjacent to Lyons Central Park where the monument is located.

AGENDA

5:00pm Doors Open & Cash Bar

5:30pm - 6:00pm Appetizers

5:30pm Live Music

6:00pm Welcome & Dinner Served (Buffet)

6:30pm Local History Highlights: TBD

7:00pm Keynote Speaker: Martin Husk, Civil War Historian and Author of "The 111th New York Volunteer Infantry: a Civil War History"

7:45pm Closing Commentary

8:00 pm Final Music Set


Parking on the street or free public parking is available on Water St. 2 blocks from the venue.

Members are Free. Non-members are $10/person at the door. Donations Accepted.

Must RSVP for this event. Space limited.

Overnight accommodations available Fri. Aug. 21 to Sun. Aug. 23 at Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham, 434 East Union Street, Newark NY 14513. Group Name: Wayne County Historical Society 2026. Use Booking Link  or Call Reservations at 315-359-9181

Reservations must be made by July 31.


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