Frederick
Maryland
National Museum of Civil War Medicine
Mission:
Supporters of the National Museum of Civil War Medicine understand George Bernard Shaw’s quote more fully than most. They understand that the foundation for our future is rooted in our past and that to secure our best future by simply preserving that past as artifacts on exhibit is only the beginning. With the generous support of members and donors, the Museum is able to bring into clearer focus the implications of these stories and the far reaching legacy of lifesaving medical, managerial and humanitarian innovations that remain relevant and vital for our world today.
Upcoming Events at National Museum of Civil War Medicine
First Saturday Speaker Series - Interrupted Sentiments: The Dead Letter Office During the Civil War
First Saturday Speaker Series - The Grand Review: Explorations of Civil War Photos
First Saturday Speaker Series - Unfit for Service: Solving the Mystery of a Gettysburg Photo
First Saturday Speaker Series - 'Murder on the B&O': A Tragic Event in 1861 Frederick County
First Saturday Speaker Series - The Life and Afterlife of Elizabeth Keckley
First Saturday Speaker Series - The Tragic Death of Gen. Joseph Mansfield
Recent News
National Museum of Civil War Medicine Announces 2024 First Saturday Speaker Series
The National Museum of Civil War Medicine is proud to announce the 1st Saturday Speaker Series for 2024. The series will feature guest speakers discussing topics ranging from 3-D Civil War photos to an 1861 murder on the B&O Railroad. The…
Read More »National Museum of Civil War Medicine Acquires Full-Scale Reproduction 'Rosecrans' Ambulance
Frederick, MD - The National Museum of Civil War Medicine (NMCWM) has acquired an exact full-scale reproduction of a Civil War Wheeling, or “Rosecrans”, ambulance. Developed in 1861 by Union General William S. Rosecrans and Surgeon…
Read More »Haunted History Tours At The National Museum Of Civil War Medicine
It is time once again for The National Museum of Civil War Medicine to offer visitors a chance to tour the most haunted building in Frederick, Maryland. During the month of October, Museum staff and volunteers will share stories of Civil War…
Read More »National Museum of Civil War Medicine : Civil War Hospital Walking Tour with Jake Wynn
Civil War Hospital Walking Tour with Jake Wynn Join historian Jake Wynn on a guided walking tour of Downtown Frederick on Saturday, April 1 at 2:00 PM focused on Frederick’s role as "One Vast Hospital" during the Maryland Campaign of 1862.…
Read More »National Museum of Civil War Medicine : Spring is here and we are open on Mondays!
Spring has arrived in Frederick, Maryland and the National Museum of Civil War Medicine is extending our hours to include Mondays. The Museum will now be open for walk-ins Thursday through Saturday from 10AM-5PM, Sunday from 11AM-5PM, and Monday…
Read More »National Museum of Civil War Medicine : Sawbones is a Home Run!
The National Museum of Civil War Medicine (NMCWM) is proud to be the inspiration for one of the proposed names for the Frederick Baseball Team. As part of the process to name the new Frederick Atlantic League Professional Baseball Club, Attain…
Read More »Letterman Lager Debuts at National Museum of Civil War Medicine
Letterman Lager -- History, Drink It In! The National Museum of Civil War Medicine (NMCWM), in partnership with Antietam Brewery, has "Letterman Lager" for sale exclusively at their location in Frederick, Maryland. The brew celebrates the "Father…
Read More »Clara Barton Missing Soldiers Office Now Open Regular Hours
After a long hiatus, the Clara Barton Missing Soldiers Office Museum is back open on Fridays and Saturdays and ready for you to explore the incredible life and legacy of Clara Barton. Located at 437 7th Street NW in Washington DC, the fully restored…
Read More »The 28th Conference on Civil War Medicine
The 28th Conference on Civil War Medicine will take place from September 30 to October 2, 2022. Hosted by the National Museum of Civil War Medicine, it will be a weekend filled with exciting tours, programs, and experiences. The Conference will…
Read More »The Civil War In Miniature At The National Museum Of Civil War Medicine
On August 6 from 10 am to 5 pm and August 7 from 11 am to 5 pm, The National Museum of Civil War Medicine will host the display of a remarkable collection of miniature dioramas, depicting various settings on Civil War battlefields, including a…
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