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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 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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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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The Hell-Fired Blues: Virginians in the American Revolution
Join historian John C. Settle as he uncovers the lives and service of Virginia's Continental soldiers. The American Civil War Museum–Appomattox is …
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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 Boy Generals with Adolfo Ovies
The turbulent events of the closing months of the Civil War serve as a backdrop for the increasingly dysfunctional—and bitter—relationship between George Armstrong …
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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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Forging Independence: Oxford Iron Works and the American Revolution
ACWM Appomattox 159 Horseshoe Rd, Appomattox, VA, United StatesJoin historian Keith Harvey for a special lecture on Oxford Furnace and its role in the American Revolution. Oxford Furnace, located in …
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Daniel H. Hill: A Military Life with Chris J. Hartley
Join Chris J. Hartley for a compelling military assessment of Daniel Harvey Hill, one of the Confederacy's most enigmatic figures. Daniel Harvey Hill was celebrated for his courage on the Civil War battlefield, but was equally known for the controversies and bitter rivalries that defined much of his military career. Join author Chris J. Hartley for a compelling military assessment of one of the Confederacy's most enigmatic figures. Chris J. Hartley is an award-winning author, speaker, and battlefield tour guide. His works include The Lost Soldier and Stoneman’s Raid, receiving recognition including the Willie Parker Peace Prize and a Preservation Education and Publication …
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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 stunning views of the James River at Wine Down Wednesday! Please join us on the last Wednesday of June, July, and August and explore the history of cocktail making in the Civil War era with hand-curated cocktails using recipes from the first printed bartender's manual, How to Mix Drinks: Or, the Bon-Vivant's Companion by the great-great grandfather of modern American mixology, Jerry Thomas. The evening will include live music and light snacks! Galleries are open during the event. Open to all, though alcoholic beverages sold …
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Point Lookout with Robert Crickenberger
Join Robert Crickenberger as he shares about Point Lookout, the largest Civil War Prison, and why its history deserves a fresh look. After it emerged in July 1863, Point Lookout became the largest prisoner of war camp of the Civil War and marked the "second wave" of Union prison camps. By the end of the war, more than 52,000 prisoners had passed through its gates. Join us as Robert Crickenberger shares insights from his groundbreaking study, which reexamines the prison and its place in Civil War history. Robert E. Crickenberger Jr. has studied Point Lookout for over 48 years and serves as a …
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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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The Veteran Reserve Corps with David A. Welker
Join David A. Welker as he brings to light the story of the Veteran Reserve Corps and the wounded soldiers who helped defend the Union. The Veteran Reserve Corps, originally known as the Union’s Invalid Corps, was created when President Lincoln called 60,000 wounded combat veterans back to service during the war’s darkest days. These men overcame ridicule and public scorn to contribute to Union victory, including their often overlooked role in saving the nation’s capital from Confederate attack in July 1864. David A. Welker is a professional historian with the US Government and author of three Civil War histories, The Cornfield: …
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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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