Friday, April 19 | 2:00pm – 3:30pm The Civil War Museum features a variety of strange and interesting 19th century soldiers and civilians. At this SPARK! Meeting, our group will explore some of these and figure out what their uses were. SPARK! programs are designed for people in the early-to-mid stages of memory loss to […]
Carthage College, The Lincoln Forum, and the Civil War Museum are proud to present the third annual Lincoln Symposium Thursday, April 25 through Friday, April 26, 2024. REGISTER HERE Reception, Dinner, and Program with Dr. James Oakes | Thursday, April 25 | 5:30pm – 9:00pm | Civil War Museum | Free, registration required Join us […]
Friday, May 10 | 12:00pm – 1:00pm | Speaker: William Grigg The Soldier Boy from Lena is based on the book of the same name featuring original content on the life of Henry Eugene Way. Way served in the Union Army from 1862-1864 in the 72nd Regiment Illinois Infantry Volunteers, also known as the First Chicago Board […]
Friday, May 17 | 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 […]
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 […]
Thursday, July 11 | 6:30pm – 8:00pm | Presenter: Doug Dammann | $16 ($20 for non-members) | Register Here During this special access after-hours tour of the Fiery Trial, participants will be introduced to original Civil War-era artifacts that speak to the daily life of a Civil War soldier. Attendees will learn about the uniforms, weapons, […]
Friday, July 12 | 12:00pm – 1:00pm | Speaker: Darrell Greene, LTC(R) Learn the history, sacrifices, and incredible achievements of the Buffalo Soldiers and African Americans who have served in our armed forces. In 1770, Crispus Attucks, an African American man, was the first American to die in the fight for the independence of the […]
Archaeology Expedition Camp Tuesday, July 16 – Thursday, July 18 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | $48 ($60 non-members) What secrets are hidden from the past? Explore the science of archaeology through hands-on activities, discover ancient cultures through stories and artifacts and solve mysteries from history just like real archaeologists! Register for Ages 5 – 6 […]
Archaeology Expedition Camp Tuesday, July 16 – Thursday, July 18 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | $48 ($60 non-members) What secrets are hidden from the past? Explore the science of archaeology through hands-on activities, discover ancient cultures through stories and artifacts and solve mysteries from history just like real archaeologists! Register for Ages 5 – 6 […]
