The Carolina Piedmont Living History Association, Inc. is a non-profit organization that primarily portrays North Carolina Confederate Infantry soldiers.   We are based in Cabarrus County, North Carolina, but have members in the surrounding areas.  Our primary goal is to educate the public about the War Between the States, emphasizing the life of common citizens of the State of North Carolina.

To this end, we participate in battle reenactments and demonstrations as well as parades and other ceremonies throughout the year.  We are affiliated with state and national reenacting organizations, yet are always on the lookout for ways to preserve the history of our local community.

Mission Statement

The Carolina Piedmont Living History Association is committed to promoting historic preservation, educating the public about the American Civil War and preserving the heritage afforded us by our ancestors through the presentation of our living history programs, demonstration and events; and acting as a research resource for the community that we are a proud part of.

Uniform Standards

For everyone involved in the hobby of re-enacting, cost is an important consideration before joining a unit. The 33rd North Carolina seeks to minimize the initial cost of joining the unit unit through several methods. First, unit members will nearly always have clothing and equipment you can borrow for your first several events. This allows you to "try before you buy" into the hobby. Second, you will have a mentor who will assist you in purchasing your equipment so that you can avoid poorly made or historically incorrect goods. Third, Much of an accurate impression can be completed for little or no money. How, you ask? To accurately portray a Confederate soldier you will need to understand the people and circumstances of the mid-1800s. This is best accomplished through reading and discussion with fellow unit members and others. A lot of information on specific battles and personalityies can be gained online or through your local library. Fellow unit members can suggest the best books and magazine articles so that you best use your time. Finally, you might want to consider learning how to sew. Why? Because nearly everyone in the mid-1800s could sew, including the common combat infantryman, so not only can you save a bundle by making some of your own clothing and equipment, you can better portray a typical soldier. More information on uniform and equipment standards can be found on the standards page.