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School programs include guided and self-guided tours of the Museum's exhibits. Students can also discover the life of the Civil War sailor as a uniformed interpreter shows them weapons and tools used aboard Civil War ships. They can also learn about the daily duties, entertainment, and struggles of sailors both North and South. Other programs include a walkthrough of Civil War ships, from sailing ships to submarines and ironclads; and stories of African American sailors, nurses, pilots, and engineers during the Civil War. An extensive classroom education guide is available as well. Book your experience today!
supports classroom learning in:
Social Studies
topics covered:
Civil War, industry, living history, military history, sailing, technology
contact info
Name: Helen Vinson
Phone: 706-327-9798
Email: [email protected]
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National Civil War Naval Museum
National Civil War Naval Museum shares stories of sailors, soldiers, and civilians affected by Navies during the war. Museum theatre and historic character interpretation enhance learning experiences at the venue. The museum houses war artifacts found nowhere else and provides a war timeline as well as tours and live demonstrations.
contact info
Hrs: Mon.-Sat. 10AM-4:30PM, Sun. 12:30PM-4:30PM
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
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Living History Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
Two hundred thousand Civil War soldiers were boys no older than 16, and an estimated 300 women were brave enough to disguise themselves as men and fight in the war. The average soldier weighed only 145 pounds due to poor diet, long marches, disease, and tough living, and earned between $13-$16 per month. Reading about these facts is interesting, but actually living them makes the information come alive. Living History Centers can allow students to experience how people lived during important historical eras, including enlisting as a soldier during the Civil War.
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