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Special Event

Civil War & Emancipation Day

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Fee:

Free.

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Location:

Historic Tredegar 500 Tredegar St, Richmond, VA 23219-4330

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Dates & Times

Date:

Saturday, April 6, 2019

Time:

10:00 AM

Duration:

6 hours

Type of Event

Children’s Program

Cultural/Craft Demonstration

Exhibition/Show

Festival

Guided Tour

Living History

Talk

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Description

Uncover the many stories of how the Civil War, Emancipation, and their legacies shaped and continue to impact our community. In particular, join us to commemorate the 150th anniversary of public education for all Virginians. Free.

Performance and Program Schedule will be announced soon. 

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More information

Reservation or Registration: No

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Image Gallery

An African-American Civil War soldier displaying the American flag.

A representative of the United States Colored Troops (USCTs) commemorating the end of the Civil War in Richmond.
NPS photo