GROVE HILL REUNION 2005



Descendants of 38th Alabama soldiers gathered in Grove Hill, Alabama, April 1-3, 2005. Harriet Ketchum, a great-granddaughter of the unit's commander, Col. C.T. Ketchum, came all the way from West Texas for this event.

Ladies (some in period costumes) and men (some wearing uniforms) enjoyed a camp supper of cornbread, stew, and beans. Music, dancing, an 1860's fashion show, and flag presentations were highlights of the gathering. More...


[Image] Reunion Participants on Steps of Museum


  Reunion participants line up on the porch of the Clarke County Historical Museum for this group shot.

[Image] People in 1860's Costumes

Steve and Ann Kennedy and their young friend Allie Syphrit pose in period clothing for this picture taken at the camp.

[Image] Ladies in Costume

Five lovely ladies model their period costumes. Back row in the straw hat is Ann Kennedy. Kim Kennedy wears brown and Laura Kennedy is dressed in green. Modelling the blue dress is Jennifer Holliman. In front is Allie Syphrit in pink.

[Image] Couple Dancing

The Kennedy couple steps out to some lively music from the 1860's.


[Image] Art Green and Barry Wyatt

Art Green and Barry Wyatt take a break in the camp area. Our thanks to Barry who has contributed items for inclusion on this web site - many photos and information about Autauga County soldiers who fought with the 38th Alabama.


Saturday afternoon there was a tea for the ladies and an 1860's fashion show and program on fashion during that period in history. The tea, served in the Grove Hill United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, was open to the community.