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American Civil War Museum

Name: American Civil War Museum
Address: 480 Tredegar Street, Richmond, VA, 23219, US
Telephone: +18046491861
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.5

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Multi-site Civil War Museum with locations in Richmond and Appomattox, Virginia. visit acwm.org for tickets and more information
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The American Civil War Museum operates three sites: The White House of the Confederacy and Historic Tredegar, both in Richmond, and The American Civil War Museum – Appomattox. Through dynamic and interactive exhibits, engaging educational programs and research, the Museum tells stories of the American Civil War and its legacies from the perspectives of soldiers, civilians, enslaved and free African Americans. The ACWM features an unparalleled collection of Civil War era artifacts at all three locations.

10/12/2026

The ACWM Annual Lincoln Prize Lecture will be held at the Tredegar site in Richmond, Virginia this Thursday on October 15th, 2026!

ACWM President CEO Dr. Rob Havers sat down with and two-time recipient of the Gilder Lehrman Lincoln Prize Dr. Richard Carwardine. They discussed the upcoming ACWM Lincoln Prize Lecture. Check out the full video on our YouTube channel!

This event is in partnership with Gilder Lehrman Institute for American History. Our partnership with Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History is reflective of our continuing commitment to engage in national conversations about the Civil War by presenting the most respected authorities in the field of research and scholarship.

The Gilder Lehrman annual Lincoln Prize award is given to the finest scholarly work in English on Abraham Lincoln, the American Civil War soldier, or the American Civil War era. This year's recipient is Dr. Richard Carwardine, Distinguished Fellow of the Rothermere American Institute at Oxford, for his book "Righteous Strife: How Warring Religious Nationalists Forged Lincoln's Union."

The ACWM Lincoln Prize Lecture includes a reception with Dr. Carwardine, followed by the lecture and a Q&A moderated by Dr. James J. Broomall. A book signing will follow in the Museum.

•Register and learn more at acwm.org/events
•Reception 6–7pm
•Lecture & Book Signing 7–8:30pm

The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History University of Richmond

10/10/2026

Join historian Steven Eden for a tactical analysis of Antietam and the brutal opening hours of the Civil War’s bloodiest single day.

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.

Find more info and register at acwm.org/events

10/07/2026

Be part of the fun! Don’t miss the 5th Annual Fall Festival at ACWM–Appomattox on Saturday, October 24th — happening all day long!

What to expect:
• Live music by Deeply Rooted and Farm Use String Band
• Delicious food available on-site (Kiss My Butt BBQ Food Truck)
• Historic trades & Local vendors: Baines Books and Coffee, Tammy's Country Cards, R&R Homestead , Cat’s Eye Designs, Refocused, and more!
• Cannon and musket demonstrations
• Train rides provided on the Osborne Express
• Pumpkin painting, decorations, yard games, etc

Bring your friends, pack the car, and enjoy a festive autumn day of music, history, and community fun!

•Check out acwm.org/events to learn more!
•$10 per vehicle

Osborne Express Christmas Train and Lights

10/06/2026

ACWM President CEO Dr. Rob Havers sat down with two-time recipient of the Gilder Lehrman Lincoln Prize Dr. Richard Carwardine. They discussed the upcoming ACWM Lincoln Prize Lecture. Check out the full video on our YouTube channel!

The ACWM Annual Lincoln Prize Lecture will be held at the Tredegar site in Richmond, Virginia on October 15th, 2026.

This event is in partnership with Gilder Lehrman Institute for American History. Our partnership with Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History is reflective of our continuing commitment to engage in national conversations about the Civil War by presenting the most respected authorities in the field of research and scholarship.

The Gilder Lehrman annual Lincoln Prize award is given to the finest scholarly work in English on Abraham Lincoln, the American Civil War soldier, or the American Civil War era. This year's recipient is Dr. Richard Carwardine, Distinguished Fellow of the Rothermere American Institute at Oxford, for his book "Righteous Strife: How Warring Religious Nationalists Forged Lincoln's Union."

The ACWM Lincoln Prize Lecture includes a reception with Dr. Carwardine followed by the lecture and book signing in the Museum.

•Register and learn more about the Annual Lincoln Prize Lecture at https://acwm.org/events
•Reception 6–7pm
•Lecture & Book Signing 7–8:30pm

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09/24/2026

Can’t make it in person to the 2026 Lincoln Prize Lecture? Livestream tickets are available!

The American Civil War Museum is pleased to announce the Annual Lincoln Prize Lecture will be held at the Tredegar site in Richmond, Virginia on October 15th, 2026.

This event is in partnership with Gilder Lehrman Institute for American History. Our partnership with Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History is reflective of our continuing commitment to engage in national conversations about the Civil War by presenting the most respected authorities in the field of research and scholarship.

The Gilder Lehrman annual Lincoln Prize award is given to the finest scholarly work in English on Abraham Lincoln, the American Civil War soldier, or the American Civil War era. This year’s recipient is Dr. Richard Carwardine, Distinguished Fellow of the Rothermere American Institute at Oxford, for his book "Righteous Strife: How Warring Religious Nationalists Forged Lincoln’s Union."

•Register and learn more about the Annual Lincoln Prize Lecture at acwm.org/events
•Reception 6–7pm
•Lecture & Book Signing 7–8:30pm

09/17/2026

The Gilder Lehrman annual Lincoln Prize award is given to the finest scholarly work in English on Abraham Lincoln, the American Civil War soldier, or the American Civil War era. This year's recipient is Dr. Richard Carwardine, Distinguished Fellow of the Rothermere American Institute at Oxford, for his book "Righteous Strife: How Warring Religious Nationalists Forged Lincoln's Union.”

The American Civil War Museum is pleased to announce the Annual Lincoln Prize Lecture will be held at the Tredegar site in Richmond, Virginia on October 15th, 2026.

A two-time recipient of the Gilder Lehrman Lincoln Prize, Dr. Carwardine is a Welsh-born historian of the United States. He spent over thirty years in the Department of History at Sheffield University before taking up the Rhodes Professorship of American History at Oxford in 2002. He was elected President of Corpus Christi College, Oxford in 2009 and navigated the College towards the 500th anniversary of its founding. He received his first Lincoln Prize in 2004 for his book Lincoln: A Life of Purpose and Power.

The ACWM Lincoln Prize Lecture includes a reception with Dr. Carwardine followed by the lecture and book signing in the Museum.

•Register and learn more about the Annual Lincoln Prize Lecture on acwm.org/events (Livestream Tickets available!)
•Reception 6–7pm
•Lecture & Book Signing 7–8:30pm
• The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History

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09/11/2026

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 narratives, and creative interpretations, “Voices From Sailor’s Creek” explores the human stories behind the pivotal battle of Sailor’s Creek. Centering themes of struggle, endurance, loss, and remembrance, the program connects audiences with the people whose experiences continue to resonate to this day.

Joshua Lindamood is a historian at Sailor’s Creek Battlefield Historical State Park and Staunton River Battlefield State Park. He has also worked with the American Civil War Museum and Appomattox Court House National Historical Park. A founding member and co-director of the Appomattox-Petersburg Preservation Society, Joshua is dedicated to preserving Southside Virginia’s battlefields and historic landmarks.

•Register for free at acwm.org/events.

09/10/2026

Be part of the fun! Don’t miss the 5th Annual Fall Festival at ACWM–Appomattox on Saturday, October 24th — happening all day long!

What to expect:
• Live music by Deeply Rooted and Farm Use String Band
• Delicious food available on-site (Kiss My Butt BBQ Food Truck)
• Historic trades & Local vendors: Baines Books and Coffee, Tammy's Country Cards, R&R Homestead , Catseye Designs, Refocused, and more!
• Cannon firing demonstrations (10:30AM, 12:30PM, 2:30PM)
• Musket demonstrations (ongoing throughout the day)
• Cabin tours (11:30PM, 1:30PM)
• Train rides provided on the Osborne Express
• Pumpkin painting, decorations, petting zoo, yard games, etc

Bring your friends, pack the car, and enjoy a festive autumn day of music, history, and community fun!

•Check out acwm.org/events to learn more!
•$10 per vehicle

Osborne Express Christmas Train and Lights

09/09/2026

Did you know ACWM–Appomattox will host a reception and livestream of the Annual Lincoln Prize Lecture, broadcast live from Tredegar?

The American Civil War Museum is pleased to announce the Annual Lincoln Prize Lecture will be held at the Tredegar site in Richmond, Virginia on October 15th, 2026.

This event is in partnership with The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History. Our partnership with Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History is reflective of our continuing commitment to engage in national conversations about the Civil War by presenting the most respected authorities in the field of research and scholarship.

•Register and learn more about the Annual Lincoln Prize Lecture on acwm.org/events
•Reception at ACWM–Appomattox: 6–7PM
•Livestream 7–8PM

09/08/2026

End of season sale! 50% off museum shop favorites. This includes mugs, t-shirts, magnets, and more.

Join us for Tredegar History Tours (Daily) at 11 AM and 3 PM and Musket Firing Demonstrations (Saturdays and Sundays) at 1 PM—all included with admission.

Visit acwm.org/events for more information!

Address

480 Tredegar Street
Richmond, VA
23219

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 5pm
Tuesday	10am - 5pm
Wednesday	10am - 5pm
Thursday	10am - 5pm
Friday	10am - 5pm
Saturday	10am - 5pm
Sunday	10am - 5pm

Telephone

+18046491861

Website

http://www.acwm.org/

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