REENACTORS

The Country Doctor in the 1800s: The Life & times of Dr. Edward Stonestreet of Rockville
Reenactor: Clarence Hickey
This first person portrayal reflects the life and historic times of Dr. Stonestreet when he practiced medicine in Montgomery County from 1852-1903.  It is based on the speaker's 2009 book Send for the Doctor, which chronicles Dr. Stonestreet's: medical education; 51-year medical practice of house calls and office visits as local physician and surgeon; responding to accidents and injuries; a brief look at the doctor's service as Civil War surgeon with the Union Army; and the historic times during which he lived and practiced.  This presentation also is available as a PowerPoint slide show.  A field trip option can be included to visit the MCHS Stonestreet Museum of 19th Century Medicine in Rockville, Maryland.  Book sales and signings can be included, with all of the sales proceeds going to MCHS.

Songs & Stories from the Blue & the Gray
Reenactor: Patrick Lacefield
Join this descendant of Civil War veterans who shares songs and stories from the War Between the States, wearing both blue and gray, accompanying himself on guitar.

Family Life After the Star Spangled Banner
Reenactor: Mary Lou Luff
Mrs. Upton Beall, in federal clothing, shows artifacts of the early 19th century. She discusses fashion, money, social activities, and training household help.

Home Remedies in the Federal and Civil War Era, 1800 to 1865
Reenactor: Mary Lou Luff
Mrs. Stonestreet, mother of a Rockville doctor, shares medical advice and home recipes using samples of salves, cough syrup, insect repellants and artifacts of the 19th century. The program concludes with a discussion of her historical costume.

A Civil War Christmas at Home
Reenactor: Mary Lou Luff
Mrs. Stonestreet, mother of a Rockville doctor, attired in civil war clothing, shows small antique items that will be Christmas gifts for her family. Holiday customs and food are discussed.