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Welcome to the 15th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Regiment

 It is altogether fitting and proper that we should do this.

-President Abraham Lincoln

We are a group of men and women who portray the 15th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry, the famed Worcester County Regiment from the American Civil War.  Many of us are direct descendants of the men of the 15th and other Union regiments.  All of us are dedicated to teaching and preserving American history.

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About Us

A Faithful Portrayal of the Men & Women of Worcester County during the Civil War

For more than 25 years, we have gathered together as a welcoming, family-friendly group of living historians focused on honoring the lives of the volunteers that made up the 15th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Regiment.  The regiment mustered in on July 12th, 1861, and mustered out on July 26th, 1864, with many of the surviving members transferring to other regiments and serving until the end of the war. 


We are one of the largest active companies in New England, with members from MA, NH, CT, & RI.  Our ranks include infantry, sharpshooters, field musicians, and a chaplain. Although there are no confirmed records of women impersonating men in the 15th MA, we do have a few women in our ranks honoring the more than 400 documented women soldiers who fought and died in the Civil War.  Our officers and NCOs are elected on an annual basis by the members, allowing those who want to serve to experience military life from multiple perspectives the opportunity to do so.

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We have a strong civilian component with men, women, and children portraying camp followers as well as volunteers with the Christian Commission.  We welcome membership and participation by family groups.  At times we have had three generations of the same family in our ranks, both military and civilian.


Our members range in age from nine to seventy-four, and we have a very high retention rate.  We credit this is our mutual support and fellowship, incredible string band, and the talents of our campfire cooks. To be a member of the 15th is to be a member of our family.  

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We are the only galvanizing unit in New England.  As such, on occasion, we also portray the 4th Alabama.  Most of our members have confederate grey and we can unfurl the colors of the 4th when the needs of historical accuracy and battlefield balance require it.

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We invite you to explore this website and learn more about our reenactor unit and the historical 15th MVI.  When your ready we have a uniform and a rifle waiting for you.  Send us a telegram and we will be sure to get back to you.  Huzzah, God save the Union!

Upcoming Events

  • White Cross Ceremony 2025
    White Cross Ceremony 2025
    Fri, May 23
    Veterans Center
    May 23, 2025, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
    Veterans Center, 100 West St, Leominster, MA 01453, USA
    May 23, 2025, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
    Veterans Center, 100 West St, Leominster, MA 01453, USA
    A moving tribute followed by rifle salute to honor and remember those soldiers that never returned home. Each White Cross represents a serviceman from Leominster that is Missing-in-Action, Lost-at-Sea, Buried at Sea or buried on foreign soil.
  • Leominster Memorial Day Parade 2025
    Leominster Memorial Day Parade 2025
    Mon, May 26
    Memorial Day Salute & Parade
    May 26, 2025, 7:30 AM – 12:30 PM
    Memorial Day Salute & Parade, 14 Monument Square, Leominster, MA 01453, USA
    May 26, 2025, 7:30 AM – 12:30 PM
    Memorial Day Salute & Parade, 14 Monument Square, Leominster, MA 01453, USA
    Join us for Memorial Day ceremonies in Leominster, MA, the host community for the 15th Massachusetts.
  • Fitchburg Civic Days 4th of July Parade 2025
    Fitchburg Civic Days 4th of July Parade 2025
    Fri, Jul 04
    Civic Days 4th of July Parade
    Jul 04, 2025, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
    Civic Days 4th of July Parade, Fitchburg, MA 01420, USA
    Jul 04, 2025, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
    Civic Days 4th of July Parade, Fitchburg, MA 01420, USA
    Fitchburg Annual Civic Days 4th of July Parade
  • Veterans Day Observances  2025
    Veterans Day Observances  2025
    Tue, Nov 11
    Leominster
    Nov 11, 2025, 11:00 AM – Nov 12, 2025, 1:30 PM
    Leominster, Monument Square, Leominster, MA 01453, USA
    Nov 11, 2025, 11:00 AM – Nov 12, 2025, 1:30 PM
    Leominster, Monument Square, Leominster, MA 01453, USA
    The 15th honors all Veterans in Monument Square, Leominster.
  • Holding the Rapidan 2026
    Holding the Rapidan 2026
    Fri, Sep 25
    Mason
    Sep 25, 2026, 3:00 PM – Sep 27, 2026, 3:00 PM
    Mason, 450 Fitchburg Rd, Mason, NH 03048, USA
    Sep 25, 2026, 3:00 PM – Sep 27, 2026, 3:00 PM
    Mason, 450 Fitchburg Rd, Mason, NH 03048, USA
    We are back at Barrett Hill Farm in 2026 for a Living History, School Day Program, and Reenactment in a spectacular setting.
  • 15th MVI Annual Meeting 2025
    15th MVI Annual Meeting 2025
    Date and time is TBD
    Leominster Veterans Center
    Date and time is TBD
    Leominster Veterans Center, 100 West St, Leominster, MA 01453
    Date and time is TBD
    Leominster Veterans Center, 100 West St, Leominster, MA 01453
    15th Massachusetts Annual Meeting. Election of Board Officers, Military Officers and NCO's, & Civilian Coordinator. Review of 2025 proposed events. Dues and Kitty deposits are due.
  • Living History & New England Brigade Drill 2025
    Living History & New England Brigade Drill 2025
    Date and time is TBD
    Wickham Park
    Date and time is TBD
    Wickham Park, 1329 Middle Turnpike W, Manchester, CT 06040, USA
    Date and time is TBD
    Wickham Park, 1329 Middle Turnpike W, Manchester, CT 06040, USA
    NEB, LG and Civilians are welcome to drill and take part in our living history on Civil War
  • LG Annual Meeting 2024
    LG Annual Meeting 2024
    Sun, Nov 03
    Bolton Town Hall
    Nov 03, 2024, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Bolton Town Hall, 663 Main St, Bolton, MA 01740, USA
    Nov 03, 2024, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Bolton Town Hall, 663 Main St, Bolton, MA 01740, USA
    The annual meeting for our Confederate brethren and opportunity to voice our support as the 4th Alabama.
  • 150th 15th MVI Reunion
    150th 15th MVI Reunion
    Sat, Oct 19
    The Black Tavern Historical Society
    Oct 19, 2024, 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    The Black Tavern Historical Society, 138 Center Rd, Dudley, MA 01571, USA
    Oct 19, 2024, 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    The Black Tavern Historical Society, 138 Center Rd, Dudley, MA 01571, USA
    2024 is the 150th anniversary of the Reunion of 15th MVI Veterans. This annual get-together commemorated the anniversary of the Battle of Balls Bluff. Our reenacting group, including several direct descendants, is proud to continue the tradition. The living history starts at noon.
  • Holding the Rapidan
    Holding the Rapidan
    Fri, Oct 04
    Mason
    Oct 04, 2024, 3:00 PM – Oct 06, 2024, 3:00 PM
    Mason, 450 Fitchburg Rd, Mason, NH 03048, USA
    Oct 04, 2024, 3:00 PM – Oct 06, 2024, 3:00 PM
    Mason, 450 Fitchburg Rd, Mason, NH 03048, USA
    We are back at Barrett Hill Farm in 2024 for a Living History, School Day Program, and Reenactment in a spectacular setting.
  • Living History & New England Brigade Drill
    Living History & New England Brigade Drill
    Sat, May 18
    Wickham Park
    May 18, 2024, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
    Wickham Park, 1329 Middle Turnpike W, Manchester, CT 06040, USA
    May 18, 2024, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
    Wickham Park, 1329 Middle Turnpike W, Manchester, CT 06040, USA
    NEB, LG and Civilians are welcome to drill and take part in our living history on Civil War
  • Fitchburg Civic Days 4th of July Parade
    Fitchburg Civic Days 4th of July Parade
    Mon, Jul 04
    Civic Days 4th of July Parade
    Jul 04, 2022, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Civic Days 4th of July Parade, Fitchburg, MA 01420, USA
    Jul 04, 2022, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Civic Days 4th of July Parade, Fitchburg, MA 01420, USA
    Fitchburg Annual Civic Days 4th of July Parade
  • White Cross Twilight Ceremony
    White Cross Twilight Ceremony
    Fri, May 27
    Leominster
    May 27, 2022, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
    Leominster, 100 West St, Leominster, MA 01453, USA
    May 27, 2022, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
    Leominster, 100 West St, Leominster, MA 01453, USA
  • N.E.B. Annual Drill
    N.E.B. Annual Drill
    Sat, Apr 30
    Wickam Park
    Apr 30, 2022, 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
    Wickam Park, 1329 Middle Turnpike W, Manchester, CT 06040, USA
    Apr 30, 2022, 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
    Wickam Park, 1329 Middle Turnpike W, Manchester, CT 06040, USA
    Join the companies of the New England Brigade in a Brigade Drill. This event is essential to being prepared for the 2022 season. Rifles, Rounds, and Uniforms required.
  • 15th MA Drill
    15th MA Drill
    Sat, Apr 23
    Carter Park
    Apr 23, 2022, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Carter Park, 125 Main Street, Leominster MA 01453, USA
    Apr 23, 2022, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Carter Park, 125 Main Street, Leominster MA 01453, USA
    Exact Time and Date TBD Come shake out the cobwebs and reconnect with your comrades at our annual spring drill. Uniforms, rifles, and rounds required.
  • LG Annual Meeting
    LG Annual Meeting
    Sun, Mar 06
    Phillipston
    Mar 06, 2022, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Phillipston, Phillipston, MA 01331, USA
    Mar 06, 2022, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Phillipston, Phillipston, MA 01331, USA
    The annual meeting for our Confederate brethren and opportunity to voice our support as the 4th Alabama.
  • Annual Meeting
    Annual Meeting
    Sun, Feb 06
    Leominster Veterans Center
    Feb 06, 2022, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Leominster Veterans Center, 100 West St, Leominster, MA 01453
    Feb 06, 2022, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Leominster Veterans Center, 100 West St, Leominster, MA 01453
    15th Massachusetts Annual Meeting. Election of Board Officers, Military Officers and NCO's, & Civilian Coordinator. Review of 2022 proposed events. Dues and Kitty deposits are due.
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