Richmond Events
Events
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Simple Machines at Tredegar
Mornings at the Museum are BACK this Spring Break!Though it is a museum today, our site used to be the home of the Tredegar …
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William Francis Bartlett Medal Award
The American Civil War Museum (ACWM) is pleased to announce the establishment of the William Francis Bartlett Medal awarded annually to an …
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Why Gettysburg Matters
Why has Gettysburg always been the Civil War’s most famous battle and how has it shaped American national identity? In this talk, …
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Out of This Strife Will Come Freedom: Free People of Color & the Fight For Civil Rights in the Civil War Era
Free people of color, through their military service and advocacy, used the political and social disruptions brought about by the Civil War …
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Harriet Tubman: American Moses
Join us for a day of fun activities exploring the life of Harriet Tubman, the American Moses, before, during, and after the Civil …
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Wine Down Wednesday
Unwind after a long workday with stunning views of the James River at Wine Down Wednesday! Please join us on the last Wednesday of June, …
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Battlefield Tour: Seven Days Campaign
Join us for a caravan-style tour of the Seven Days Battles! This 6-hour tour will first meet at ACWM–Tredegar at 8:45 AM. Click to see google map. TOUR STOP ADDRESSES: 1. ACWM–Tredegar …
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Hands on History (Every Monday in June)
Every Monday in June our education team will provide a sensory experience in our main exhibit, A People's Contest. Educators will facilitate learning utilizing artifacts from …
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Secrets of the Gray House Tour (Every Tuesday in June)
Step inside the Gray House and uncover Civil War secrets, spies, and hidden stories on special tours every Tuesday in June! Step …
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A Slumbering Serpent: George Washington on Slavery and Disunion
In this engaging living history program, George Washington (portrayed by Brian Hilton) will reflect on the moral, economic, and political challenges of …
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Tredegar History Tours Daily at 11am & 3pm & Musket Firing Demonstrations at 1pm Daily!
Join us for a Tredegar History Tour—an engaging journey through the story of the former Tredegar Iron Works, right in the heart of …
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Mornings at the Museum: Faces of the Civil War
Beginning July 7, join us every Tuesday/Thursday in July from 10AM–12PM and 2–4PM to learn about individuals who lived through the American Civil War, from the famous …
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Retreat from Victory with Francis AugustÃn O’Reilly
Join author Francis AugustÃn O’Reilly for a deep dive into the pivotal Battle of Malvern Hill and the complexities of its outcome. …
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Wine Down Wednesday
Unwind after a long workday with stunning views of the James River at Wine Down Wednesday! Please join us on the last Wednesday of June, …
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The Lower Battlefield of Antietam with Bert Dunkerly
What happened on Antietam’s forgotten battlefield? Hear historian Bert Dunkerly reveal its hidden history and preservation. While Antietam remains one of the …
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Wine Down Wednesday
A perfect evening for history lovers, mixologists, museum-goers, and anyone in need of a midweek break! Unwind after a long workday with …
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Daily Tredegar History Tours & Weekend Musket Firing Demonstrations!
Join us for a Tredegar History Tour—an engaging journey through the story of the former Tredegar Iron Works, right in the heart of downtown Richmond. Explore one of Richmond’s most iconic historical sites, discover how cannons were made during the Civil War, and check out our current exhibitions!
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The Man Behind the Cane with Paul Quigley
Join Paul Quigley to discover what prompted Preston Brooks' attack on Charles Sumner and how it deepened the nation's division over slavery. In 1856, South Carolina Congressman Preston Brooks caned Massachusetts Senator Charles Sumner on the floor of the U.S. Capitol. The attack, which left Sumner unconscious, increased tensions across the nation and pushed the country closer to civil war. Join Paul Quigley as he explores what motivated Brooks' actions and what it meant for an increasingly polarized nation. Paul Quigley is the James I. Robertson, Jr. Associate Professor of Civil War History in the History Department at Virginia Tech, where he also …
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2026 Lincoln Prize Lecture
The American Civil War Museum is pleased to announce the Annual Lincoln Prize Lecture will be held at the Tredegar site in …
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