Speaker Dr. Matthew C. Hulbert will discuss, “The Man Who Lost the Civil War Twice: The Life and Legend of Major John Newman Edwards.” John Newman Edwards was a soldier,… Read more »
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Roundtable: “Moments of Contingency in the Rise of Grant”
Join speaker Dr. Chris Mackowski who will present on January 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. to the Petersburg Civil War Roundtable. Dr. Mackowski will share “Moments of Contingency in the… Read more »
Roundtable: Fate at Petersburg” The Story of Col. G. L. Prescott, 32nd Mass.”
Join Dr. Sean Heuvel who will present on December 7, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. to the Petersburg Civil War Roundtable. Dr. Heuvel will share the “‘Fate at Petersburg: The Story… Read more »
Roundtable: Civil War Railroads
Join Bert Dunkerly who will present on November 2, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. to the Petersburg Civil War Roundtable. Dunkerly will share the story of “Civil War Railroads.” Robert M…. Read more »
World War II in the Pacific Weekend
This living history event brings to life the experiences of fighting in the Pacific Theater and the home front during World War II. Guests will have the opportunity to learn… Read more »
Roundtable: 1862 Peninsula Campaign
Join speaker J. Michael Moore as he shares the story of “The Peninsula Campaign.” J. Michael Moore is employed by the City of Newport News and serves as curator for… Read more »
Roundtable: Battle of Fort Gregg
Join speaker John Fox as he shares the story of “The Battle of Fort Gregg.” Mr. Fox’s The Confederate Alamo is the first book-length study ever written about the chaotic and… Read more »
Veterans Day Observance
Join us as we honor America’s veterans this Veterans Day on November 11, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with activities and programs throughout the day. Visitors can learn… Read more »
World War II in the Pacific
This living history event brings to life the experiences of fighting in the Pacific Theater and the home front during World War II. Guests will have the opportunity to learn… Read more »
Roundtable: Marching Masters
Join speaker Dr. Colin Woodward as he shares the story of “Marching Masters: Slaves, Race, and the Confederate Army.” In Marching Masters, Colin Woodward explores not only the importance of slavery in… Read more »
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