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Mornings at the Museum
Join us Mondays & Wednesdays in July at 10am–12pm for summer fun packed with history, hands-on activities, and stories from the Civil …
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Daily Programs!
Fall season is here and we have special events and guided tours included with museum admission! Ever wonder what the life of …
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Museum School Day
Join us for Museum School Day at the American Civil War Museum – Appomattox! It's a special event designed for students of …
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Almost Famous: The Strange, Spooky & Bizarre Tales of Old City Cemetery
There were NUMEROUS ways one could lose their life in the 19th century. At Old City Cemetery in Lynchburg, our favorites are …
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Libby McNamee – The Union Spymistress
Step into the world of Civil War espionage with author Libby McNamee! She will be reading from her book The Union Spymistress, bringing …
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Christmas Open House at ACWM-Appomattox
Sip cider, shop local, meet Civil War Santa, and enjoy live music at ACWM–Appomattox’s Christmas Open House! Get in some holiday shopping …
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Winter Wander
In partnership with the Valentine, we invite you to join us for some holiday cheer on the picturesque block of East Clay …
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Santa Visiting Tredegar!
Snap a photo with Santa! Enjoy holiday cheer and be part of this beloved community tradition. Mimosas available for purchase. Santa will …
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Battling Boredom – Soldiers’ Games in the Civil War
Mornings at the Museum are BACK this Spring Break!Step into the everyday lives of Civil War soldiers and discover how they stayed entertained between …
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Civil War Espionage
Mornings at the Museum are BACK this Spring Break! Richmond was an active site for spies during the Civil War. Join us to decrypt …
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Simple Machines at Tredegar
Mornings at the Museum are BACK this Spring Break!Though it is a museum today, our site used to be the home of the Tredegar …
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The Surrender at Appomattox Commemoration and Freedom Day Weekend
As part of the regional Commemoration of the Surrender & Freedom Day Weekend celebration, join us at ACWM-Appomattox for special events! The …
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Voices of Appomattox: April 1865
This special luminary program on the evening of April 11 is a guided evening experience where small groups are led across the …
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A Slumbering Serpent: George Washington on Slavery and Disunion
In this engaging living history program, George Washington (portrayed by Brian Hilton) will reflect on the moral, economic, and political challenges of …
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