American Civil War Museum

Out of This Strife Will Come Freedom: Free People of Color & the Fight For Civil Rights in the Civil War Era
2026-05-28 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Free people of color, through their military service and advocacy, used the political and social disruptions brought about by the Civil War to push for a second founding of the nation. Join us as Dr. Warren Eugene Milteer, Jr. shows how free people of color sought to reshape the United States into a place in which all Americans would enjoy freedom and equal access to a broad spectrum of rights, promoting equality and justice as fundamental features of American life during the Civil War era.

With Dr. Warren Eugene Milteer, Jr., Associate Professor of history at the George Washington University.

Member reception at 5pm

Battlefield Tour: Seven Days Campaign
2026-06-27 09:00 - 15:00
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.

TOUR STOP ADDRESSES:

1. ACWM–Tredegar (Restrooms & Food): 480 Tredegar St. Richmond, VA 23219

2. Dabbs House: 3812 Nine Mile Rd, Richmond, VA 23223

3. Chickahominy Bluff: 2302 Springdale Rd, Richmond, VA 23222

4. Beaver Dam Creek: 7423 Cold Harbor Rd, Mechanicsville, VA 23111

5. Gaines’ Mill (Restrooms at Cold Harbor Visitor Center): 6283 Watt House Rd, Mechanicsville, VA 23111

6. Grapevine Bridge (Lunch Break): 1352 Hanover Rd, Sandston, VA 23150

7. Savage’s Station 2801 Meadow Rd, Sandston, VA 23150

8. White Oak Swamp at Elko Union Church: 6861 Elko Rd, Sandston, VA 23150

9. Glendale at Horizon Food Stores: 6141 Charles City Rd, Henrico, VA 23231

10. Malvern Hill (Restrooms): 8945-8955 Willis Church Rd, Henrico, VA 23231

There will be limited opportunities for food/fuel/restroom stops along the route, so please plan accordingly. This tour involves short walks at various stops. For more detailed information, please reach out to our manager of historic engagement, Chuck Young (cyoung@acwm.org, 804-649-1861 ext. 101)

A Slumbering Serpent: George Washington on Slavery and Disunion
2026-06-30 18:00 - 19:00
In this engaging living history program, George Washington (portrayed by Brian Hilton) will reflect on the moral, economic, and political challenges of slavery in his time and the growing divisions threatening the young nation’s unity. The presentation offers a historically grounded and thoughtful exploration of Washington’s evolving conscience and leadership.

Following his remarks, the audience will be invited to engage in a question-and-answer session exploring these complex issues.

Members Reception at 5 pm
