Civil War

Educational initiatives about Civil War soldiers and civilian life.

A historical building with tall, classical columns and large windows, displaying architectural details and the engraved year 1848. The sign reads 'Montclare Children's School.' A partially visible bus is in front, and a wrought iron fence is in the foreground.
A historical building with tall, classical columns and large windows, displaying architectural details and the engraved year 1848. The sign reads 'Montclare Children's School.' A partially visible bus is in front, and a wrought iron fence is in the foreground.
Historical Insights

Exploring the lives of soldiers during the Civil War.

A young boy is wearing a historical military uniform, standing in front of a wooden fence. He holds a small red flag with inscriptions and images related to a historical celebration.
A young boy is wearing a historical military uniform, standing in front of a wooden fence. He holds a small red flag with inscriptions and images related to a historical celebration.
Community Engagement

Connecting with the public through Civil War education programs.

A diorama depicting a historic battle scene with miniature soldiers in red uniforms carrying rifles. The terrain is uneven, featuring a narrow trench or path along the battlefield and various small terrain elements.
A diorama depicting a historic battle scene with miniature soldiers in red uniforms carrying rifles. The terrain is uneven, featuring a narrow trench or path along the battlefield and various small terrain elements.
A weathered metal plaque with embossed text indicating various place names like Peach Orchard, Powers Hill, and Wheatfield Woods. The surface shows signs of rust and wear, with a central protruding metal component surrounded by small metal studs.
A weathered metal plaque with embossed text indicating various place names like Peach Orchard, Powers Hill, and Wheatfield Woods. The surface shows signs of rust and wear, with a central protruding metal component surrounded by small metal studs.
Research Projects

Delving into Civil War history and its impact today.

Public Exhibits

Showcasing artifacts and stories from the Civil War era.

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A large field with numerous white flower arrangements placed in rows, each symbolizing a purpose. In the background is a distinctive, modern brown building surrounded by lush trees. Information boards in the foreground provide details about a nonprofit organization and convey messages related to gun violence prevention.
A large field with numerous white flower arrangements placed in rows, each symbolizing a purpose. In the background is a distinctive, modern brown building surrounded by lush trees. Information boards in the foreground provide details about a nonprofit organization and convey messages related to gun violence prevention.

Gallery

Explore our collection showcasing Civil War soldiers and civilian life.

A banner featuring a medieval-style shield and coat of arms with a lion holding a flag. The banner has a red and green background, and the text at the top reads 'NATIONAL UNION OF WOMEN'S SUFFRAGE SOCIETIES.' The top edge of the banner is crenellated, resembling a castle wall.
A banner featuring a medieval-style shield and coat of arms with a lion holding a flag. The banner has a red and green background, and the text at the top reads 'NATIONAL UNION OF WOMEN'S SUFFRAGE SOCIETIES.' The top edge of the banner is crenellated, resembling a castle wall.
A child in a military-style uniform stands solemnly in front of a memorial wall inscribed with names and dates from the years 1941 to 1945. The wall is adorned with several floral wreaths, featuring a variety of vividly colored flowers. The background consists of lush greenery, suggesting a serene outdoor setting.
A child in a military-style uniform stands solemnly in front of a memorial wall inscribed with names and dates from the years 1941 to 1945. The wall is adorned with several floral wreaths, featuring a variety of vividly colored flowers. The background consists of lush greenery, suggesting a serene outdoor setting.
Education

Dedicated to Civil War education and history.

Support

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