Museum Director of Collections Robert Hancock oversees this game that gives players a chance to experience a unique perspective on Civil war strategy, tactics, and the art of command using appropriate nineteenth century methods.
The format of the game is:
1. A PowerPoint presentation introduces participants to army organization, staff work, elements of strategy, and how the kriegsspiel will be conducted.
2. Participants are divided into two teams-Union and Confederate, and roles are assigned.
What did Abraham Lincoln and Jefferson Davis have in common? For one thing, they both spent time in the White House of the Confederacy, but there is much more to the story. This themed tour will examine Lincoln and Davis as politicians, leaders, husbands and fathers. Come walk where they walked and explore the lives of these rival presidents at the center of one of the most pivotal events in our nation’s history. Cost: $10.00 for adults.
What did Abraham Lincoln and Jefferson Davis have in common? For one thing, they both spent time in the White House of the Confederacy, but there is much more to the story. This themed tour will examine Lincoln and Davis as politicians, leaders, husbands and fathers. Come walk where they walked and explore the lives of these rival presidents at the center of one of the most pivotal events in our nation’s history. Cost: $10.00 for adults.
What did Abraham Lincoln and Jefferson Davis have in common? For one thing, they both spent time in the White House of the Confederacy, but there is much more to the story. This themed tour will examine Lincoln and Davis as politicians, leaders, husbands and fathers. Come walk where they walked and explore the lives of these rival presidents at the center of one of the most pivotal events in our nation’s history. Cost: $10.00 for adults.
Have you ever looked at a beautiful Civil War quilt and wondered what life might have been like for a woman living back then? Why did she choose those fabrics and how did she find the time to work on it? Completing a quilt can be overwhelming for a lot of us. Just starting one is daunting. We can help with that. This project was created for the beginner. No sewing experience or sewing machine is required.
Every second Wednesday of the month, the Museum of the Confederacy and the Appomattox Court House National Historical Park are partnering to bring the Civil War Sesquicentennial to Appomattox. Each month, a knowledgable speaker will lead a discussion on a topic or event's 150th anniversary. For July, August, and September, the talks will move from their normal location at Baine's Books and Coffee to the Museum of the Confederacy-Appomattox.
Join local historian Fred Underwood for this free lunchtime talk.
Civil War authors Robert Driver, Richard Nicholas, Frank O’Reilly, Charles Ross, Pat Schroeder, and Stuart Towns will discuss and sign their books in the Museum’s second annual book fair. Cost: The public booksigning is included with regular Museum admission. The members-only portions are free to all Museum members.
Time: 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. (booksigning for the public), 6:00 p.m. (members-only reception), 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. (authors discuss their books), 7:30 p.m. (members-only booksigning).
The year 1863 was a year of epidemics, accidents, inflation, riots, and death. Richmonders, striving to make ends meet, mourned the loss of a hero and wondered whether their sacrifices had all been in vain. Step back in time on this one and a half hour tour and discover a city immersed in a desperate battle for survival. The tour begins at the Museum of the Confederacy. Advance reservations required. Please contact Kelly Hancock at (855) 649-1861 x 121 or by email for more information. Co
Throughout the Sesquicentennial of the Civil War, the Museum of the Confederacy-Richmond will be hosting a monthly series of talks devoted to a topic or event's 150th anniversary. These talks, normally scheduled for the third Friday of the month, are free for members and Richmond area residents, and are included with Museum admission for all others.
Join Museum Development Officer Will Glasco for this luchntime talk. Bring your lunch to the Museum and commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Civil War.
Greg Biggs, former Associate Editor of Blue & Gray Magazine and flag aficionado, will lecture about the battle flags of 1862 and the generals who created them. Guests will also be treated to tours of the Museum’s flag vault. Hors d’oeuvres and spirits will be provided. Click here to register or contact Kelly Hancock at (855) 649-1861 x 121 or by email for more information.
