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  • Cocktails & Cannonballs

    The National Civil War Museum 1 Lincoln Circle at Reservoir Park, Harrisburg, PA, United States

    Registration is now open! Click Here to Register $50/member $75/person $125/couple  Step into history for an unforgettable evening at Cocktails & Cannonballs, The National Civil War Museum’s signature fundraising event! Join us on Friday, September 18, from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM for a lively night filled with delicious bites from a selection of local caterers, all set throughout our galleries. Sip, stroll, and savor as you explore the Museum like never before. Put your knowledge to the test with Civil War trivia hosted by the Civil War Breakfast Club, enjoy encounters with reenactors, and browse an exciting silent auction. Take a chance on our crowd-favorite wine pull, try your luck with our raffle for the opportunity to fire a cannon, and new this year - a Blind Book Sale—plus so much more! It’s an evening of history, fun, and fundraising you won’t want to miss—all in support of preserving and sharing the stories of the American Civil War. All proceeds benefit The National Civil War Museum’s educational programs, building fund, and artifact preservation. $50/member $75/person $125/couple - Register here

  • “Soldier of the South: Fighting Dick Anderson” Lessons in History

    The National Civil War Museum 1 Lincoln Circle at Reservoir Park, Harrisburg, PA, United States

    Lessons in History: “Soldier of the South: Fighting Dick Anderson” Saturday, November 14, 2026 | 11:00 AM–12:00 PMLocation: Education Gallery, First FloorAdmission is Free ~ Book signing to follow Join The National Civil War Museum for a Lessons in History presentation on Soldier of the South: Fighting Dick Anderson, the first scholarly cradle-to-grave treatment of Confederate General Richard “Dick” Anderson’s life. Based on the January 2026 release, this program will explore Anderson’s formative years, his Civil War service, and his role as an important division and corps commander in Lee’s Army of Northern Virginia. Often overshadowed by more famous contemporaries, Anderson was regarded by Robert E. Lee as a steady and dependable officer—“My brave old general.” This presentation offers a fresh look at Anderson’s successes, failures, and legacy, bringing renewed attention to a soldier whose service and significance have often been overlooked. Admission: This program is free to attend. Regular admission applies for access to the Museum galleries. About the author: Dr. Edward J. Hagerty studied with eminent military historian Russell F. Weigley at Temple University and received the Ph.D. in History in 1993.  He was appointed soon after as the first director of the Civil War Studies Program at […]