Visit

The Virginia Museum of the Civil War, Bushong Farm, and New Market Battlefield State Historical Park provide many opportunities to reflect upon the social and military struggle which changed the course of American history. Walk where VMI Cadets walked on May 15, 1864, and stroll where the Bushong family worked on their farm.

Photo of Bushong farmhouse with fence in foreground

Explore the Grounds

In 1864 the Bushong farm became a battleground where three generations took shelter in the basement of their home. 

VMCW Kaminsky Gallery

Visit the Museum

The Virginia Museum of the Civil War is dedicated to sharing the story of the Civil War in Virginia and the Battle of New Market.

Docent giving a tour to school children

Take a Tour

Self-guided group tours are available year round. Student and Adult group tours are available with pre-registration and are led by trained museum interpreters.

Sketch of Civil War soldier contemplating a letter being written

Research

The VMI Archives house significant primary source materials to assist historians and genealogists with their research. For more information about the VMI Archives contact Major Jeffrey Kozak at 540-464-7566, or by email at kozakjs@vmi.edu.


Virtual Tour

Take a virtual walk through the museum.

 

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