The
American Civil War Museum presents the entire story of the Civil War
era and the Battle of Gettysburg with remarkable realism. Learn the
causes, effects and significant personalities that shaped the Civil War
and as a result, ultimately, American history.
Throughout five
hallways of scenes, the American Civil War Museum recreates history
with life-sized dioramas of the Civil War. Visitors complete a
self-guided museum tour that begins with the economical, social, and
political causes of the war and ends with the untimely assassination of
President Abraham Lincoln. Following the self-guided tour, visitors
enter into the internationally acclaimed, digitally enhanced Battleroom
Auditorium.
The Gettysburg AddressAmidst the sounds of
thunderous battle cries and bullets, visitors will witness a life-sized
recreation of the Battle of Gettysburg. Discover how a small town in
rural Pennsylvania became known for one of the bloodiest battles in
American history. An animated Abraham Lincoln delivering the immortal
Gettysburg Address follows the battle recreation.