National Civil War Museum, History museum in Harrisburg, United States.
Description
The National Civil War Museum in Harrisburg displays over 3,500 artifacts across two floors, including weapons, uniforms, and personal belongings from the American Civil War. The collection spans various aspects of the conflict and offers views from different perspectives of that era.
History
The museum was founded in 2001 with substantial investment in its establishment. A partnership with the Smithsonian Institution later expanded the institution's reach and educational focus.
Culture
The exhibits display everyday objects from people on both sides of the war, helping visitors understand how differently those in the North and South lived. Personal items like letters and clothing show who these individuals actually were beyond the battles.
Practical
The museum sits in Reservoir Park and is reachable by public transit via Market Street. Free parking is available on-site, and both floors are easy to navigate through.
Did you know?
The collection holds General Robert E. Lee's final battle map and Abraham Lincoln's leather hat box from his campaign travels. These rare items provide a direct connection to the leaders of that time.
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