Civil War Weekend

Visit the encampments and see how Minnesota soldiers lived and prepared for tumultuous battles. On Saturday, visit with President Lincoln and hear his political views. Hear the thundering of musketry and learn how to march like a soldier. Also, horse pulled trolleys and other activities. (10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat.; 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sun. $5-$8. The Landing, 2187 E. Hwy. 101, Shakopee. 763-559-6700. threeriversparkdistrict.org.)

MELISSA WALKER