Civil War Memories and Mementos

Program Type:

Education, Special Event

Age Group:

Adults
  • Registration is required for this event.
  • Registration will close on March 24, 2026 @ 5:00pm.

Program Description

Event Details

For adults.

Dr. Leslie Bellais shares the powerful stories hidden within Civil War-era mementos saved by Wisconsinites. Using materials from the Wisconsin Historical Society and the Wisconsin Veterans Museum, Dr. Bellais shows how everyday keepsakes reveal the extraordinary experiences of politicians, soldiers, children, enslaved people, and Native Americans during a time of national crisis.

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