Museum Exhibit Tour: Iowa and the Civil War

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Saturday, May 30, 2026

1:00 PM - 1:45 PM

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05/30/2026 01:00 PM 05/30/2026 01:45 PM America/Atikokan Museum Exhibit Tour: Iowa and the Civil War Ever wonder about the stories behind the objects in the museum exhibits? In honor of the 165th anniversary of the start of the Civil War, this pop-in tour will focus on Iowa's role in the war including the important figures on the battlefields and the home front. Hear the stories about Alexander Clark, Annie Wittenmyer, Major General Grenville Mellen Dodge, and others that helped the Union ultimately win the war. This tour is recommended for older learners. Advance registration is requested to attend this guided exhibit tour. https://history.iowa.gov/events/pop-museum-tour-iowa-and-civil-war-0 Event LinksTickets: https://go.evvnt.com/3656771-0Website: https://go.evvnt.com/3656771-2 Details & Tickets: https://www.upcomingevents.com/des-moines/events/state-historical-building/museum-exhibit-tour-iowa-and-the-civil-war-663043?ref=uceaddevent State Historical Building, 600 East Locust Street, Des Moines, IA, 50319

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Ever wonder about the stories behind the objects in the museum exhibits? In honor of the 165th anniversary of the start of the Civil War, this pop-in tour will focus on Iowa's role in the war including the important figures on the battlefields and the home front. Hear the stories about Alexander Clark, Annie Wittenmyer, Major General Grenville Mellen Dodge, and others that helped the Union ultimately win the war. This tour is recommended for older learners. Advance registration is requested to attend this guided exhibit tour. https://history.iowa.gov/events/pop-museum-tour-iowa-and-civil-war-0

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