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  • Mornings at the Museum: Faces of the Civil War

    Beginning July 7, join us every Tuesday/Thursday in July from 10AM–12PM and 2–4PM to learn about individuals who lived through the American Civil War, from the famous …

    $10

  • Wine Down Wednesday

    Unwind after a long workday with stunning views of the James River at Wine Down Wednesday! Please join us on the last Wednesday of June, …

    $10

  • 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 …

    Free

  • Wine Down Wednesday

    A perfect evening for history lovers, mixologists, museum-goers, and anyone in need of a midweek break! Unwind after a long workday with …

    $10

  • Daily Tredegar History Tours & Weekend Musket Firing Demonstrations!

    Join us for a Tredegar History Tour—an engaging journey through the story of the former Tredegar Iron Works, right in the heart of downtown Richmond. Explore one of Richmond’s most iconic historical sites, discover how cannons were made during the Civil War, and check out our current exhibitions!

    Free

  • 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. After it emerged in July 1863, Point Lookout became the largest prisoner of war camp of the Civil War and marked the "second wave" of Union prison camps. By the end of the war, more than 52,000 prisoners had passed through its gates. Join us as Robert Crickenberger shares insights from his groundbreaking study, which reexamines the prison and its place in Civil War history. Robert E. Crickenberger Jr. has studied Point Lookout for over 48 years and serves as a …

    Free

  • 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 joined the Continental Army in 1776 at age 16, Francisco reportedly stood 6'6" and weighed 260 lbs. A larger-than-life figure of the American Revolution, he was known for his incredible feats of strength and bravery in battle. Francisco served under prominent figures including the Marquis de Lafayette, Nathanael Greene, “Mad” Anthony Wayne, and George Washington. Many humorous stories of his remarkable feats of strength have also been passed down. Patrick Schroeder is a historian, author, researcher, and tour guide …

    Free

  • The Man Behind the Cane with Paul Quigley

    Join Paul Quigley to discover what prompted Preston Brooks' attack on Charles Sumner and how it deepened the nation's division over slavery. In 1856, South Carolina Congressman Preston Brooks caned Massachusetts Senator Charles Sumner on the floor of the U.S. Capitol. The attack, which left Sumner unconscious, increased tensions across the nation and pushed the country closer to civil war. Join Paul Quigley as he explores what motivated Brooks' actions and what it meant for an increasingly polarized nation. Paul Quigley is the James I. Robertson, Jr. Associate Professor of Civil War History in the History Department at Virginia Tech, where he also …

    $10

  • Museum School Day at ACWM–Appomattox

    Join us for Museum School Day at ACWM–Appomattox! Students and families are invited to explore our galleries, investigate artifacts, learn about Civil War-era medicine and life on the homefront, and visit our historic cabin. Enjoy interactive mini-programs tailored to each group and a scavenger hunt to explore the museum at your own pace! Students receive free admission, and parents/guardians receive discounted admission for $12 per person. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

    Free – $12

  • 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 defend the Union. The Veteran Reserve Corps, originally known as the Union’s Invalid Corps, was created when President Lincoln called 60,000 wounded combat veterans back to service during the war’s darkest days. These men overcame ridicule and public scorn to contribute to Union victory, including their often overlooked role in saving the nation’s capital from Confederate attack in July 1864. David A. Welker is a professional historian with the US Government and author of three Civil War histories, The Cornfield: …

    Free

  • 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 …

    $35

  • 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 …

    Free

  • Fall Festival at ACWM–Appomattox

    Celebrate the season at the 5th Annual Fall Festival hosted by the American Civil War Museum – Appomattox! This fun-filled day offers something for …

    $10