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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. …

    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 …

    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. …

    $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 …

    Free – $12

  • 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 the entire family—set against the backdrop of history. What to Expect: Bring your friends, pack the car, and enjoy a festive autumn day of music, history, and community fun!

    $10

  • Crisis at Antietam

    The Confederate Army of Northern Virginia under Robert E. Lee was in grave peril. With nearly half his forces exhausted and straggling, Lee confronted George McClellan’s Army of the Potomac—a Union force poised for a decisive victory that famously slipped from its grasp. Set within the broader Maryland Campaign, this groundbreaking work plunges readers into the chaos of September 17, 1862. Join us as author and historian Steven Eden provides a meticulous tactical analysis of the brutal opening hours of the Civil War’s bloodiest single day. Steven Eden is a retired Army officer and veteran of Afghanistan. He taught history …

    Free