The American Civil War Center
Cause Area
- Arts & Culture
- Education & Literacy
Location
490 Tredegar StreetRichmond, VA 23219 United StatesOrganization Information
Mission Statement
The mission of the American Civil War Center at Historic Tredegar is to tell the whole story of the conflict that still shapes our nation.
Description
Our exhibit is an educational resource for teaching students about the causes, course, and legacies of the Civil War from Union, Confederate, and African American perspectives; and about the pivotal role of this event in defining our nation today and in shaping the freedoms and advantages we take for granted. In sum, the Center is an important resource for preparing present and future generations for the meaning and obligations of American citizenship.
The Center is located at the Tredegar Iron Works, an 8.3 acre National Historic Landmark site by the James River in downtown Richmond, Virginia. Also located on the site is Richmond National Battlefield Park Civil War Visitor Center, operated by the National Park Service.