History Needs Heroes Campaign
History Needs Heroes Preserve the Past, Inspire the Future A campaign to fund the preservation of the ACWM’s world-class collection of Civil …
Category: Mission in Action
Tredegar History Tours
Find yourself in the fascinating history of the former Tredegar Iron Works with our “Tredegar History Tour”! Located in the heart of …
History Needs Heroes Campaign
History Needs Heroes Preserve the Past, Inspire the Future A campaign to fund the preservation of the ACWM’s world-class collection of Civil …
Cannon Restoration Project at ACWM-Appomattox
This restoration story exemplifies how your support enables the American Civil War Museum to carry out its mission to explore, inspire, and …
2024 Spring Lecture Series
Join us for our Spring Lecture Series as we delve into the causes, course, and consequences of the Civil War, from abolition …
The Election of 1860 | The Impending Crisis
November 6th, 1860 In 1860, the United States stood at a crossroads. As citizens cast their votes, they decided the fate of …
Inaugural Tredegar Tree Lighting
The American Civil War Museum, on November 30, 2023, celebrated the lighting of our 20-foot tall tree in the lobby of ACWM-Tredegar. …
"Brick the Battlefield" with William J. G. McCoy
William J. G. McCoy, has masterfully depicted the iconic “Lee’s Surrender At Appomattox” and the intense “Engagement at Laurel Hill, May 8, …
CultureWorks Richmond Spotlight: Beyond Valor
We sat down with CultureWorks Richmond to talk about the origins of Beyond Valor: United States Colored Troops & the Fight for …
National Teacher Advisory Council Member (Week 8): Sara Owens
Sara Owens Greenfield central Junior High, 7th GradeYears as an Educator: 9 ABOUT Sara Owens is a graduate of Ball State University …
Virginia Teacher Advisory Council Member (Week 8): Alexis Glascock
Alexis Glascock Eureka Elementary School4th gradeYears as an Educator: 17 ABOUT How familiar are you with the American Civil War? What aspect(s) …