Fort Meade Outdoor Recreation Area off U.S. Highway 98 East will once again be the setting for the historic re-enactment of Polk County’s only Civil War skirmish on the first weekend of February.

Friday, Feb. 1, is Student Day for school children to learn about the history that took place April 7, 1864, and the living history exhibits and demonstrations. Contact Priscilla Perry at the Fort Meade Chamber of Commerce for information or to register for this free event.