American Civil War Museum, Richmond

Name: American Civil War Museum
Address: Richmond, United States

#50 among attractions in Richmond

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The American Civil War Museum is a multi-site museum in the Greater Richmond Region of central Virginia, dedicated to the history of the American Civil War. The museum operates three sites: The White House of the Confederacy, American Civil War Museum at Historic Tredegar in Richmond, and American Civil War Museum at Appomattox. It maintains a comprehensive collection of artifacts, manuscripts, Confederate imprints, and photographs. ()

Alternative names: Established: 3 May 1866 (158 years ago)Visitors per year: 51 thous.Coordinates: 37°32'26"N, 77°25'46"W

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Downtown Richmond (Biotech and MCV District)Richmond United States

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American Civil War Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Virginia State Capitol, Richmond Coliseum, Virginia Washington Monument, White House of the Confederacy.

~1340 ftSW
Colonial-style government landmark
Virginia State Capitol, Richmond
7 min walk • The Virginia State Capitol, a historical beacon in the heart of Richmond, stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of American democracy. Designed by Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States, in collaboration with French architect Charles-Louis...
0.4 miNW
Sport venue, Sport, Outdoor activities
Richmond Coliseum, Richmond
10 min walk • Richmond Coliseum was an arena located in Richmond, Virginia, with a capacity of 13,500 that was most often used for various large concerts. The arena opened in 1971 and the region is looking to replace the aging facility with a larger one.
~1350 ftW
Greek Revival architecture, Monuments and statues
Virginia Washington Monument, Richmond
7 min walk • The Virginia Washington Monument, also known as the Washington Monument, is a 19th-century neoclassical statue of George Washington located on the public square in Richmond, Virginia.
~80 ftNW
Museum, History museum, Greek Revival architecture
White House of the Confederacy, Richmond
1 min walk • The White House of the Confederacy is a historic house located in the Court End neighborhood of Richmond, Virginia. Built in 1818, it was the main executive residence of the sole President of the Confederate States of America, Jefferson Davis, from August 1861 until April 1865.
~1710 ftW
Theater, Concerts and shows
The National, Richmond
9 min walk • The National Theater is a historic theater in Richmond, Virginia. Part of a city block along the 700 block of Broad Street once known as Theatre Row, it is the only surviving auditorium of the row.
~1480 ftW
Memorial
Virginia Women's Monument, Richmond
8 min walk • The Virginia Women's Monument is a state memorial in Richmond, Virginia commemorating the contributions of Virginia women to the history of the Commonwealth of Virginia and the United States of America.
~1000 ftW
City hall, Gothic Revival architecture
Old City Hall, Richmond
5 min walk • Old City Hall, known formerly as City Hall, is the former city hall of Richmond, Virginia that was designed by Elijah E. Myers. It served as City Hall from its completion in 1894 through the 1970s.
~1300 ftNW
Museum, History museum, Historical place
John Marshall House, Richmond
7 min walk • The John Marshall House is a historic house museum and National Historic Landmark at 818 East Marshall Street in Richmond, Virginia.
~590 ftNW
Museum, History museum, Art museum
The Valentine, Richmond
3 min walk • The Valentine is a museum in Richmond, Virginia dedicated to collecting, preserving and interpreting Richmond's history. Founded by Mann S. Valentine II 1898, it was the first museum in Richmond.
0.9 miNW
Museum, Art gallery, Performing arts
Gallery5, Richmond
23 min walk • Gallery5 is an arts center, museum, gallery, venue, and community space in Richmond, VA. It is located at 200 West Marshall Street in Richmond, VA, in the historic Jackson Ward neighborhood.
~590 ftS
Greek Revival architecture, Church, Historical place
Monumental Church, Richmond
3 min walk • Monumental Church is a former Episcopal church that stands at 1224 E. Broad Street between N. 12th and College streets in Richmond, Virginia. Designed by architect Robert Mills, it is one of America's earliest and most distinctive Greek Revival churches.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to American Civil War Museum?

Nearby attractions include White House of the Confederacy, Richmond (1 min walk), Egyptian Building, Richmond (1 min walk), Richmond Academy of Medicine, Richmond (1 min walk), Wickham House, Richmond (3 min walk).

How to get to American Civil War Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to American Civil War Museum:

Bus

B • Lines: 1A, 1C (6 min walk)
C • Lines: 2A, 2C (6 min walk)

Train

Richmond Main Street (11 min walk)