The Nutmeg Mess is a group of like-minded individuals intent on a more
accurate portrayal of the Civil War period infantry soldier. Besides
personal satisfaction, this benefits the general public by educating them on
the way the infantry soldier marched, fought, and lived during the ACW. This
often directly conflicts with the prevailing impression given by Civil War
"re-enacting."

Conceived as an "ad hoc" unit in 1999, the Nutmeg Mess is available to those
desiring to enhance their experience by providing a friendly learning
environment. Through Living Histories, school presentations, and battle
events large and small, members can further develop their own personal
impressions. This allows improving not only uniform and equipment, but
gaining a deeper understanding of prevailing life-styles and politics of the
mid-1860's. The Nutmeg Mess does not demand exclusive allegiance. Members
can and do belong to other organizations, and come together for events and
experiences not offered or sanctioned by their home units.

Our primary portrayal is of mid-war Army of the Potomac infantry soldiers,
but members are encouraged to develop impressions to fit other scenarios. We
also have an ANV (Confederate) impression as a long-range goal to fill a
void in the New England region.
 

"Remember not the former things, nor consider the things of old. Behold, I
am doing a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it? I will
make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert."
Isaiah 43: 18-19 (Revised Standard Version)