Jamie,
I wish I had the time to visit Vicksburg but alas I don't. I am going to go over to Jacksonville, Illinios this weekend. They are having what they call General Grierson Days this weekend and they have a big line up of re-enactors. I heard them say on the radio this morning that they had more than 500 signed up so far. Should be a good time had by all.
I envy all of you who live closer to the battle sites. Closest ones are at least 6 hours from me.
Frank