American Civil War 1861 – 1865
There is more to the Civil War
Exploring the unparalleled significance the American Civil War holds to complexities we face today.
Thank YOU for voting!
The ACWM is honored to be featured as one of Richmond’s favorite museums in Richmond Times-Dispatch ‘THE BEST’ 2022! Thank you to all who voted for us in the Entertainment – The Best Museum categories! 🎉🏅
The Board of Directors and staff of the American Civil War Museum wish to express their condolences to the family of Mr. Thomas A. Saunders, III.
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Ulysses S. Grant: Life & Legacy – A discussion with Joan Waugh
Ulysses S. Grant brought about a U.S. victory during the American Civil War and went on to serve two terms as the 18th president of the United States. What caused his reputation to decline and how should his legacy be viewed today? Join us at either ACWM site for this conversation with Dr. Joan Waugh, professor emeritus, UCLA. Moderated by Dr. Rob Havers, President and CEO of ACWM.
Don’t miss out on our new programs!
Join us for engaging programs and events. From discussions with authors and historians to pop-up exhibits, we make the connections between history and current culture. Find yourself in history through conversations and events at the American Civil War Museum!
The White House of the Confederacy is open for tours!
Built in 1818, this National Historic Landmark served as the executive mansion and home for Confederate President Jefferson Davis, and his family from 1861 – 1865. Owned and operated by the American Civil War Museum, guided tours explore the lives and activities of those who lived and worked there.
The ACWM Robins Theater is Now Open!
The immersive short-film A People’s Contest: America’s Civil War & Emancipation is an indispensable part of the visitor experience designed to inspire an understanding of the motivational causes, course, and consequences of the American Civil War.
Welcome Educators!
ACWM is pleased to provide Virginia public school educators and students free admission to all three of our sites. Made possible by a generous contribution in support of history education.
Explore the Collection
The ACWM has over 120,000 unique artifacts in its care, over half of which are non- military.
Updates to COVID-19 Policies and Procedures
We are committed to creating a safe environment for our visitors and have updated our COVID-19 policies. (October 5, 2021)
Our Locations
Three sites, one mission.
The American Civil War Museum at Historic Tredegar
White House of the Confederacy
The American Civil War Museum at Appomattox
Experience the Museum
We look forward to welcoming you! Please review our COVID-19 Policies and Procedures to ensure the safety of visitors and staff while you’re at the Museum.
Events
Join us for engaging events that connect history to current culture. Ranging from intimate discussions with authors and historians to symposiums, we have events for everyone. Now offering web programming!
HomefrontEd
No school got you scrambling for lessons? Check out the new HomefrontEd section of our website where we will update with book readings, daily activities and educator resources for the students at home!
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Our members empower our team to tell stories the of our collective past and relate them to our present – and our future.
