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Our mission is to provide a better understanding of the American Civil War – its causes, course, and consequences. We are committed to presenting the history of the American Civil War in an accurate and engaging manner. We are dedicated to working together as a team to support our mission and our employees as we strive to foster a workplace of cooperation, learning, integrity, and respect.

The Guest Services Associate (GSA) position is an ambassador of the museum as the primary contact for visitors providing information on the museum, promoting membership, assisting with retail and museum operations. The ACWM-Appomattox site is one of the three locations of the American Civil War Museum which is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia.

To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to khancock@acwm.org

The Director of Facilities performs regular maintenance and repair of historic structures and associated systems. The Director of Facilities performs initial diagnostics, service, and repair and ensures the smooth daily operation of the facilities while maintaining a safe environment for visitors and staff. The Director of Facilities supervises facility contractors and works with other employees to coordinate projects, works carefully in a museum environment and performs a variety of tasks both collaboratively and individually.

To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to dflood@acwm.org

Help guide the development of offerings for students and your fellow teachers and be part of the exciting evolution of the American Civil War Museum for the 2024-2025 academic year.

Applications for this year’s Teacher Advisory Council are now closed. Thank you for applying and check back for updates about applying next year!