National Civil War Battles of the Western Theater Museum

05/28/2026

On this day, May 28, in 1830, President Andrew Jackson signed the Indian Removal Act into law. The federal government "negotiated" the removal of the southeastern Native American tribes in states such as Florida, Georgia, North Carolina and Tennessee. Around 60,000 Native Americans were forced westward into “Indian Territory” (present-day Oklahoma). The mass migration resulted in more than 4,000 deaths and became known as the Trail of Tears. You can learn more about the First Nation peoples and this sad chapter in US history in the Dogtrot cabin at the Old Bardstown Village. For one low price, you can tour the village and three additional museums including our world famous National Civil War Battles of The Western Theater Museum. We hope to see you soon!
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05/25/2026

The Board of Directors and staff of the Old Bardstown Village and the National Civil War Battles of The Western Theater Museum pays homage to the U.S. military personnel who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. Freedom is not free. If you are looking for a way to honor those who have fallen, the new Bardstown-Nelson Co. Veterans Park on Springfield Rd. is hosting a local Memorial Day observance at 11 a.m. Monday, May 25, 2026.

NC GAZETTE / WBRT RADIOSTAFF REPORTTuesday, May 19, 2026 -- The annual Memorial Day Ceremony that has taken place each year at the Bardstown Cemetery ro

05/21/2026

The Hal Moore Military Museum in Bardstown, KY has an amazing collection of exhibits and artifacts from all of America's wars. It is a stirring testimony to all the brave men and women who fought in America's wars. If you have had a family member or friend who has served in the military and would like to know more about it, this is the place to visit. Hal Moore is our native son. He fought bravely in Vietnam and rose to the rank of Lieutenant General. You won't want to miss his story! We hope to see you soon.
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05/14/2026

Friday, May 15, is International Family Day! Why not celebrate by loading up the family and taking a drive to Bardstown, KY for a full weekend of fun. While in Bardstown, you can enjoy great food and shopping, a train ride, bourbon tasting all with a large helping of southern hospitality. While in Bardstown, you will not want to miss the Old Bardstown Village, the National Civil War Battles of the Western Theater Museum, the Women's Civil War Museum and the fascinating Hal Moore Military Museum all for one low ticket price. We hope to see you this weekend!

05/07/2026

Looking for something to do Mother's Day weekend? Well, look no further. Bardstown, KY is waiting for you with open arms and a host of activities for the whole family. While in Bardstown, be sure to visit the Old Bardstown Village and the National Civil War Battles of The Western Theater Museum. Mom's will especially enjoy the Women in the Civil War Museum! To get an idea of community events in Bardstown, check out this link.

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05/03/2026

While you are in Bardstown, KY for the My Old Kentucky BBQ, don't forget to stop by the National Civil War Battles of the Western Theater Museum and it's adjacent museums, the Women in the Civil War Museum, the Hal Moore Military Museum and the Old Bardstown Village. You can tour all these incredible museums for one low ticket price. We hope to see you soon!
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04/23/2026

Today is World Book Day, what books have you read that inspired your love for the Civil War? Several good books come to mind, Battle Cry of Freedom by James M. McPherson, the three volume Civil War by Shelby Foote, or A Stillness at Appomattox by Bruce Catton. Do you have a favorite book? Our National Civil War Battles of the Western Theater Museum brings these stirring battles and fascinating people to life. Now is the time to plan an interesting and memorable trip to Bardstown, KY and visit our incredible museums and historic village. We hope to see you soon!
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12/11/2025

The Old Bardstown Village and Civil War Museum is temporarily closed until February 28, 2026 for our usual winter break, but don't worry, we will be back, bigger and better than ever, in 2026!

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11/27/2025

The Board of Directors and Staff of the Old Bardstown Village and Civil War Museum wish you and your family a Happy Thanksgiving!