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Surratt House commemorates the 150th
anniversary of the American Civil War with a focus on
Maryland’s role in the conflict.
No reservations required. Regular tour admission
price.
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Known as the “Moses of Her People,” Harriet
Tubman led slaves to freedom, served as both spy and
scout for the Union during the Civil War, and was a
nurse for fugitive slaves. Join Gwendolyn Briley-Strand
as she discusses the life of this remarkable woman.
FREE! Very limited seating on first-come
basis. One show only!
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Friday–Sunday, March 16–18
THIRTEENTH ANNUAL
SYMPOSIUM
LAW & ORDER, L.A. [LINCOLN’S ASSASSINATION]
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Scholars explore various legal aspects of the case
from the standpoint of protecting President Lincoln,
prosecution and defense attorneys, tools of the
assassins, prison life for the conspirators, and the
little-known role of the Knights of the Golden Circle.
Gangs and guns and gallows, oh my! Also included are
off-site bus tours and a dinner program.
Reservations and payments required in
advance. Fee: $160 per person — bus tours priced separately.
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Saturday, April 7, 4 pm.
THE MARYLAND CAMPAIGN
OF 1862
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Explore battlefield decisions and how they changed the
outcome of battles with special focus on the Maryland
Campaign of 1862. Civil War expert, Dennis Frye, will
be the presenter.
FREE! Arrive early, space is limited.
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Follow the trail of President Lincoln’s assassin
from Ford’s Theatre in Washington, D.C., to his
death near Port Royal, Virginia. Relax and enjoy the
history and scenery on this 12-hour,
fully-narrated bus
tour. 7:30 am–7:30 pm
Reservations and payment required in
advance. Cost: $75 per person.
*** NO
reservations for these Spring tours accepted
BEFORE mid-January. ***
Names for an advanced notice mailing list for the
next available
tours are accepted throughout the year.
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Saturday, May 12,
Noon–4 pm.
“LET’S
MOVE”—THE 19th CENTURY WAY!
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“Let’s Move” and stay fit by playing
games, trying your hand at farm chores and doing household
tasks that helped the Surratt family stay healthy the
19th-century way!
FREE! This is an outdoor program.
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Saturday, June 30,
4 pm.
VICTORS, NOT VICTIMS: THE
UNITED STATES COLORED TROOPS’ ROLE IN THE AMERICAN
CIVIL WAR
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Hari Jones, curator of the African-American Civil War
Memorial and Museum, gives an in-depth history of the
origins and importance of the USCT’s contribution
to the American Civil War.
FREE! Arrive early, space is limited.
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Satuday & Sunday, July 14 & 15,
12 Noon–4 pm.
MID–SUMMER
OPEN HOUSE
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History can be cool — especially in an
air–conditioned museum! Enjoy FREE guided
tours of this Civil War home and learn of its role in
American history.
No reservations required.
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Satuday, July 14, 4 pm.
A SOLDIER’S LIFE
AS TOLD BY MUSIC
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Enjoy the melodious sounds of Gilmore’s Light
Ensemble as they perform music that echoes the trials
and tribulations and memories of the Civil War soldier.
FREE! Arrive early, space is limited.
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Satuday, August 11, 6 pm.
HOLLYWOOD
AND THE CIVIL WAR: THE RED BADGE OF COURAGE
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Released in 1951, The Red Badge of Courage
(from Stephen Crane’s novel of the same name) is
a film about a Civil War Union soldier who struggles
to find the courage to fight in the heat of battle.
FREE! Reservations encouraged. Space is
limited.
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Follow the trail of President Lincoln’s assassin
from Ford’s Theatre in Washington, D.C., to his
death near Port Royal, Virginia. Relax and enjoy the
history and scenery on this 12-hour,
fully-narrated bus
tour. 7:30 am–7:30 pm
Reservations and payment required in
advance. Cost: $75 per person.
*** NO
reservations for these Fall tours accepted
BEFORE mid-June. ***
Names for an advanced notice mailing list for the
next available tours are accepted throughout the year.
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Saturday, September 22, 4 pm.
THE CIVIL WAR
AFLOAT: SECRETARIES, STRATEGIES, SHIPS, SAILORS,
AND KEY BATTLES THAT SHAPED THE WAR ON SALT AND FRESH
WATER
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Join us as we discuss the various elements shaping the
United States Navy during the Civil War and the crews
that manned the vessels. Author Andrew Jampoler will
be the guest speaker.
FREE! Arrive early, space is limited.
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Saturday, October 13, 4 pm.
NAME THAT GHOST!
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Sometimes, do you feel like you’re not alone? Join
historian Mike Dixon as he shares his techniques in
probing coroners’ inquests, police and criminal
records, and much more to discover the history of your
home and the spirit that may dwell within.
FREE! Arrive early, space is limited.
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Saturday, November 10, 1 pm.
FLYING HIGH WITH THADDEUS LOWE
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Make your very own secret military balloon! Join us as
Professor Thaddeus Lowe, Civil War aeronaut, thrills us
with tales of soaring high in the sky to spy!
FREE! Recommended for children ages 5 –12.
Arrive early, space is limited.
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Satrday, December 15,
Noon–4 pm.
THE
LEGEND OF CIVIL WAR SANTA
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Want to meet Santa...Civil War Santa, that is? Join us
as Santa (aka Kevin Rawlings) delights us all with tales
from the ages. Tour the decorated historic house and join
us in getting ready for the holiday season.
Regular tour admission price.
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