American Civil War 1861 – 1865
Explore the American Civil War!
Exploring the causes, course, and consequences of the war that remade America.
Tredegar History Tours DAILY
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.
Tredegar History Tours and Musket Firing Demonstrations are happening DAILY and are included with admission!
Visit ACWM–Appomattox
Visit our site in Appomattox, Virginia! We’re open daily from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
August 26th!
Explore the history of cocktail making in the Civil War era with hand-curated cocktails, live music and light snacks! Galleries are open during the event!
The Lower Battlefield of Antietam
What happened on Antietam’s forgotten battlefield? Hear historian Bert Dunkerly reveal its hidden history and preservation. Members Reception at 5 pm
Monday, August 17 at 6 pm!
Exhibit Catalogue Now Available!
Presenting our flagship exhibit catalogue ‘A People’s Contest: Struggles for Nation & Freedom in Civil War America’. The 145 page book features visually compelling imagery highlighting the artifacts and galleries. This newly published book is available through our website or at our Tredegar site in Richmond, Virginia.
Celebrate America's 250th all year long at ACWM!
Join us to celebrate America’s 250th! See how the nation’s founding principles were tested during the Civil War.
'Battle of Hampton Roads' prints now available!
Commissioned Civil War Battle Painting Sold at Auction to Benefit the American Civil War Museum — Prints Now Available!
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William Francis Bartlett Medal Award
The American Civil War Museum established the William Francis Bartlett Medal which is awarded annually to an American leader in business, politics or the military who best exemplifies character, selfless-service, and courage in adversity as well as patriotic commitment to the ideals of the United States of America.
Explore the ACWM artifact collection
The American Civil War Museum world-class collection of Civil War military and civilian artifacts totals over 15,000 objects from the battlefields and the homefront during the Civil War.
Our Locations
Three sites, one mission.
The American Civil War Museum at Historic Tredegar
White House of the Confederacy
The American Civil War Museum at Appomattox
Experience the Museum
Events
Our programs and events include a wide variety of opportunities to engage with Civil War history! ACWM has events for all age groups, and interests. From discussions with authors and historians to social gatherings, our events are special.
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