Civil War Museum

Colonel Elmer Ellsworth was the first Union officer killed in the Civil War. His life story is complex and fascinating, but it is also the story of many young men who fought and died for the Union. Elmer, however, was the first and – according to those who remember him – perhaps the best. Presenter: […]

Sensory Friendly Days give visitors of all ages with complex developmental disabilities, sensory sensitivities, or on the autism spectrum a safe, comfortable environment to explore the museum exhibits during special hours before the museum opens to the general public. Where possible, our lights will be dimmed and the sound turned off. Signage will be posted […]

Where the Fight Was the Thickest: The Campaigns of the Iron Brigade of the West.  Join the museum for a day of four presentations related to the Iron Brigade. Presentation Details  $55 ($70 non-members) includes lunch  |  Register Here

Join the CWRT of Milwaukee for a special dinner featuring a program by Iron Brigade Historian and Author Lance Herdegen

Brother Joseph Dutton was born Ira Dutton in Storrs, Vermont, and grew up in Janesville, Wisconsin. He served for the duration of the Civil War in the 13th Wisconsin, rising from Quartermaster Sergeant to Lieutenant and District Quartermaster. He spent two decades after the war in his “lost years” then spent forty-four years ministering to […]

The tour will be based out of Lexington, and will visit many of the iconic sites of this important border state

Each month elementary school age children can listen to a story about a special hero from history, followed by hands-on activities. The Legend of Old Abe: A Civil War Eagle by Kathy-jo Wargin