Friday, June 14 | 12:00pm – 1:00pm | Speaker: Dr. Gregory Burek Dr. Gregory Burek’s presentation will focus on post-Civil War diagnosis and treatment of PTSD or other mental illnesses that were seen in Civil War veterans. Dr. Gregory Burek is a psychiatrist and founder of Aurora Health Care’s Veteran Program, along with his colleague […]
Tuesday, June 18 | 12:00pm – 3:00pm Explore the compelling narratives of 19th-century African Americans who courageously traversed the Underground Railroad to secure their freedom or generously aided others on their path to liberty. Engage in an interactive experience by crafting tabletop exhibits showcasing artifacts symbolizing the profound journeys of these remarkable individuals.
Friday, June 21 | 2:00pm – 3:30pm The Civil War Museum has many family stories within the gallery. Explore these family histories, then share and create your own family tree. SPARK! programs are designed for people in the early-to-mid stages of memory loss to visit with their family and care partners. This monthly program engages participants […]
Saturday, June 29 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm | Speaker: John L. Hopkins It was front-page news throughout the country—the largest gathering of Union and Confederate veterans ever held. “ will be talked about and written about as long as the American people boast of the dauntless courage of Gettysburg,” declared a woman who accompanied her […]
