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History is Present Mission in Action

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 …

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April 12, 2024

"The Unvanquished" with Patrick O'Donnell

The Unvanquished: The Untold Story of Lincoln’s Special Forces, the Manhunt for Mosby’s Rangers, and the Shadow War That Forged America’s Special …

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Appomattox Mission in Action Museum News
March 8, 2024

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 …

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February 13, 2024

Commemoration of the Surrender & Freedom Day

The American Civil War Museum is hosting a series of activities and programs as part of the regional celebration of the Commemoration …

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February 5, 2024

"Forgotten Friday: The April 7, 1865, Actions in Cumberland County, VA" with Patrick Schroeder

THIS IS AN IN-PERSON EVENT AT ACWM-Appomattox Historians often overlook the multiple engagements that occurred in Cumberland County near Sailor’s Creek (April …

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January 30, 2024

History Explorer Day: African American History in Appomattox

Join us for a day of learning about African American history in Appomattox. The event will include living history, informal interpretation, children’s …

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November 6, 2023

ACWM-Appomattox Christmas Open House

On December 9th, experience the magic of the holiday season at ACWM-Appomattox’s Christmas Open House. Bring the little ones to meet Santa …

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October 27, 2023

Valley Thunder: The Battle of New Market - Book Talk with Charlie Knight

Valley Thunder: The Battle of New Market and the Opening of the Shenandoah Valley Campaign, May 1864 Book Talk with Charlie Knight …

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October 23, 2023

"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, …

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October 18, 2023

The Story of Fort Pocahontas and the Action at Wilson’s Wharf

The Civil War had many battles, some of which were not as well-known. One such battle is the Action at Wilson’s Wharf …

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September 15, 2023

ACWM Fall Festival in Appomattox

Mark your calendars for this unforgettable event at the American Civil War Museum – Appomattox! Join us for a day filled with …

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