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	The Exhibit In the Cause of Liberty traces the Civil War’s causes, course, and legacies using films, artifacts, and hands-on activities. Displays change so there’s always something new to see! More »

	Public Programs Interpretive Program Services—advances the educational mission of the Center through the development of exhibits, public programs, and site interpretation. More »

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	National Park Serivice The American Civil War Center is also home to the National Park Service (NPS) Richmond National Battlefield Park Visitor Center.

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VISIT the American Civil War Center at Historic Tredegar where you can…

DISCOVER the Tredegar Iron Works, once the industrial heart of the Confederacy.

EXPLORE the Center’s flagship exhibit, In the Cause of Liberty, in the restored 1861 Gun Foundry.

LEARN about the people and events that impacted Tredegar and the Confederate Capital at the Richmond
National Battlefield Visitor Center.

WALK the Tredegar site with a museum guide, hear stories from the home front, or learn the secrets of prison camp survival.

SEE history come alive as costumed interpreters explore recruitment, training, camp life, and battle experiences of the Civil War soldier.

ENJOY the beauty and tranquility of the Center’s picturesque location on the historic James River.

The American Civil War Center | 490 Tredegar Street, Richmond, VA 23219 | 804.780.1865