Cool History Programs ~ The National Civil War Naval Museum ~ Port Columbus
June 2, 2012 ~ Two Navies, One Ship
The compelling story of the ships and sailors – Union and Confederate, Free and Enslaved, Black and White – involved in the USS Water Witch raid of June 3, 1864. Museum Theatre and Tours.
July 7, 2012 ~ Medical Mysteries
Annual living history recreation of shipboard medicine and Civil War Naval medical methods, performed in one of the museum’s recreated ship environments. Living History, Theatre and Tours.
August 4, 2012 ~ Inventing a New Navy
In conjunction with National Inventors’ Month, the National Civicl War Naval Museum presents a look at technology and innovation in both navies from armored ships to cannons and weapons.
Times: 1:30 p.m., 2:30p.m. & 3:30 p.m.
Price: General Museum Admission:
Adults: $6.50
Active Military: $5.50
Seniors: $5.50
Students: $5.00
Did you know? During combat, the ship’s surgeon would typically set up on the dining table in the officers’ wardroom, as it was usually the only large table on board the ship. After any needed surgery was completed, the table would simply be wiped off, and diner would be served!
Location: National Civil War Naval Museum At Port Columbus
1002 Victory Drive
Columbus, GA
