Lectures
Events
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The Most Gallant Fight of the War: The Battle of High Bridge
The American Civil War Museum–Appomattox is pleased to host the Appomattox Petersburg Preservation Society for their lecture, "The Most Gallant Fight of …
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Hunter’s Raid: The Battle of Lynchburg
Join Greg Starbuck, Executive Director of Historic Sandusky, for a screening of the Emmy Award-winning documentary Hunter’s Raid: The Battle for Lynchburg, followed by …
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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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Retreat from Victory with Francis Augustín O’Reilly
Join author Francis Augustín O’Reilly for a deep dive into the pivotal Battle of Malvern Hill and the complexities of its outcome. …
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The Hell-Fired Blues: Virginians in the American Revolution
Join historian John C. Settle as he uncovers the lives and service of Virginia's Continental soldiers. The American Civil War Museum–Appomattox is …
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The Boy Generals with Adolfo Ovies
The turbulent events of the closing months of the Civil War serve as a backdrop for the increasingly dysfunctional—and bitter—relationship between George Armstrong …
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The Lower Battlefield of Antietam with Bert Dunkerly
What happened on Antietam’s forgotten battlefield? Hear historian Bert Dunkerly reveal its hidden history and preservation. While Antietam remains one of the …
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Daniel H. Hill: A Military Life with Chris J. Hartley
Join Chris J. Hartley for a compelling military assessment of Daniel Harvey Hill, one of the Confederacy's most enigmatic figures. Daniel Harvey …
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Point Lookout with Robert Crickenberger
Join Robert Crickenberger as he shares about Point Lookout, the largest Civil War Prison, and why its history deserves a fresh look. …
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Peter Francisco: A Revolutionary Giant
The American Civil War Museum–Appomattox is pleased to host the Appomattox Petersburg Preservation Society for their lecture, "Peter Francisco: A Revolutionary Giant." When he …
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The Veteran Reserve Corps with David A. Welker
Join David A. Welker as he brings to light the story of the Veteran Reserve Corps and the wounded soldiers who helped …
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Lincoln Prize Lecture Livestream and Reception at ACWM–Appomattox
Join us at ACWM–Appomattox for a reception and livestream of the Annual Lincoln Prize Lecture, broadcast live from Tredegar! The American Civil War Museum is pleased …
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2026 Lincoln Prize Lecture
The American Civil War Museum is pleased to announce the Annual Lincoln Prize Lecture will be held at the Tredegar site in …
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Voices From Sailor’s Creek
The American Civil War Museum–Appomattox is pleased to host the Appomattox Petersburg Preservation Society for their lecture, "Voices From Sailor’s Creek." Through firsthand accounts, historical …
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