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Description
Spend two days exploring the life, campaigns, relationships, and legacy of William Tecumseh Sherman in the city where his story began.
The 2027 Sherman Sessions: Insight | Discovery | Discussion brings together noted Civil War historians and authors for nine sessions focused on Sherman and the wider conflict. Topics range from “Uncle Billy at Bull Run” and the Atlanta Campaign to Sherman’s relationship with John McClernand, his place in the American West, Civil War photography, and the music of the era.
The Sherman Sessions History & Stay Package combines full symposium admission, Friday-night lodging, and a few Lancaster extras to make the visit easy from the moment guests arrive.
Your Package Includes:
1 night lodging at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lancaster
Check-in Friday, April 2, 2027
Check-out Saturday, April 3, 2027
Choice of Standard King Room or 2 Queen Room, while available
Complimentary breakfast, Wi-Fi, and parking
Full admission to The Sherman Sessions: Insight | Discovery | Discussion
1 symposium admission with Single Symposium Admission Package
2 symposium admissions with Double Symposium Admission Package
Complimentary Friday admission to the Sherman House Museum
Friday evening symposium programming
Jerry Everts, “W.T. Sherman in Photos”
Phil Spaugy, “Uncle Billy at Bull Run”
Appetizers and cash bar
Saturday symposium programming
Wade Sokolosky, “To Prepare for Sherman’s Coming”
Steve & Lisa Ball, “The Music of the Civil War”
Cecily Zander, “Sherman, Lincoln and the American West”
Dave Powell, “Missed Opportunities in the Atlanta Campaign”
Chris Mackowski, “Sherman’s ‘Demon Spirit’ - John McClernand”
Continental breakfast and boxed lunch
Complimentary Sherman’s March sandwich from Provisions Bakery & Deli
One per package guest
Complimentary scoop of custard from Whit’s Frozen Custard
One per package guest
Complimentary pint of beer or cider from Double Edge Brewing Co.
One per package guest
Local Welcome Bag from Visit Fairfield County
Taxes included
Package Pricing
Single Symposium Admission: $282 + processing fee
Includes one symposium admission and one hotel room.
Double Symposium Admission: $429 + processing fee
Includes two symposium admissions and one hotel room.
Additional guests may stay in the room where permitted by the hotel, but additional symposium admission should be purchased separately through Fairfield Heritage Association.
Start Your Stay at the Visitors Center
Package guests should make the Visit Fairfield County Visitors Center their first stop when arriving in Lancaster on Friday. Guests will check in with our team to pick up their Local Welcome Bag and included food and drink vouchers.
Our team can also help guests get oriented, direct them to the Sherman House Museum and provide information on downtown parking and other local stops before the evening symposium program begins.
Add More History to Your Stay
Guests with extra time can explore Lancaster at their own pace with the Sherman Trail and History Underfoot Trail. These self-guided experiences connect visitors to additional Civil War sites, historic landmarks, monuments, downtown stories, and places tied to Sherman and Lancaster’s past.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lancaster is within a short drive of the Mill Event Center, Sherman House Museum, and historic downtown Lancaster, making it easy to experience more of the city during the symposium weekend.
Come for the history. Stay for the conversation, the stories, and the chance to experience Sherman’s hometown for yourself.
For questions specifically about the History & Stay Package, guests can contact Visit Fairfield County at marketing@visitfairfieldcounty.org or call at (740) 654-5929. The Visit Fairfield County Visitors Center is located at 128 N. Broad Street, Lancaster, OH 43130 and the hours are Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Date & Time
Fri, Apr 2, 2027 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Venue Details
Visit Fairfield County Visitor Center
128 North Broad StreetLancaster, Ohio 43130
