"As of January 2010 the IRS has approved the 501-C(3) charitable status for the April 1865 Society, Inc. 
This is a major mile stone in building the organizational framework for an annual Battle of Selma Re-enactment. "

 

To become a member in The April 1865 Society, download the registration form.

April 1865 Society, Inc. Membership Chairman, Colonel Percy Blackmon, ANG, Retired.

"Businesses and individuals have been supporting the 'Battle' since 1986.  This is a great way for people to support the Re-enactment's future by building a sound financial footing," said Blackmon.   In addition to serving on the Board of the April 1865 Society, Inc., Blackmon also serves as the President of the Kiwanis Club of Selma.   

Since April 1st over one hundred members have joined.  This is a great start to the April 1865 Society, Inc. and shows the depth of support for this Event both here in Selma and around the Southeast.  Thank you for your Surport!

April 1865 Society, Inc. Board

James Hammonds, President

Ken Sumner Vice-President

James Siddens, Treasurer

Lawrence Hughen, Secretary

Col. Percy Blackmon, Membership Chair

Elizabeth Hammonds, Educational Programs Chair

Frank Brower

Benny Austin

Edie Jones