National Civil War Naval Museum
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By telling the stories of the navies of the Civil War, we connect people with the past; giving them a better sense of place and time.
Columbus, GA
Joined May 2009
#OTD in 1864, Adam Swarner, Co H, 2nd New York Cavalry, died of pneumonia, becoming the first of 12,920 Union soldiers to die at Camp Sumter Military Prison. #CivilWarHistory #AmericanHistory #HistoryPreservation #HistoricalMemorial #Andersonville
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Celebrating 25 years! Join us at the National Civil War Naval Museum in Columbus, GA for River Blast on Saturday, March 21, 2026. This fun filled festival will feature live entertainment, food trucks and vendors. Civil War reenactors will be set up in camp. FREE admission!
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Getting rid of the crackerjacks is not a new idea, and it is still a bad one.
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As we celebrate the season with friends and family, the National Civil War Naval Museum will be closed on Christmas Eve (12/24), Christmas Day (12/25), New Year’s Eve (12/31), and New Year’s Day (1/1). Enjoy the holidays and safe travels! 🎄⚓
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🎄⚓ Did you know? On Christmas Eve & Christmas Day 1864, Union naval forces attacked Fort Fisher, the last major Confederate port. While many celebrated, sailors spent Christmas at sea—loading cannons and fighting to change the course of the war.
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Join us as we celebrate Holly B. Wait Day with a community-wide Silent Book Party at the National Civil War Naval Museum. Bring a book, grab a cozy spot, and read in her honor. 10–4:30 today. Donate: https://t.co/RqsS1Z45t3
#HollyBWaitDay #SilentBookParty #SupPortColumbus
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Settle into history for Silent Book Party on Dec 17, 10AM–4:30PM. 📖 Any book, any genre—just bring your pages and your presence. Pay what you can. Coffee, doughnuts, & peaceful community time as we honor Holly B. Wait. #HollyBWaitDay #SilentBookParty #SupPortColumbus
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Unwrap a little history this season. 🎁⚓️ Enjoy 20% off VIP Tours at Port Columbus — this week only! Grab your tour for January 2026 - June 2026 today! A $75 Value! Call 706-327-9798 to book today! 🎄
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This week in 1861, Union forces rapidly turned Port Royal into a major naval stronghold, reshaping the coastal campaign. Explore more Civil War naval history with a visit or donation to the museum at https://t.co/dkAO1Hm5lB.
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The museum will be closed Sat, Nov 8 as we serve as a parking port for the annual Fountain City Classic! I Then on Tues, Nov 11 (Veterans Day), we’re offering FREE admission for all veterans and active-duty military.
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The museum will be closed on Saturday, November 8th for the annual Fountain City Classic! Mark your calendars for Tuesday, November 11th! In honor of Veterans Day, the museum will be free for all veterans and active-duty military — all day long!
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Happy #Halloween! This spooky Harper's Weekly illustration from May 1862 shows Confederate president Jefferson Davis being driven "in the direction of the Last Ditch" by his enthusiastic "new coachman," a skeleton.
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🎃 Looking for safe, family fun this Halloween? Join us for Halloween at the Museum! Come in costume, explore, and collect treats! 📅 Fri, Oct 31 | 4–6 PM 📍 National Civil War Naval Museum 💰 Free & open to the public 👻
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Can you craft a song that bridges generations, captures the spirit of America’s first century, and makes history sing for today? We’re calling on high school and college students, as well as independent unsigned musicians ages 15–30, to take on the challenge in our Songs of a
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🏈 The museum will be closed Sat, Nov 8 for the Fountain City Classic! Columbus comes alive as FVSU & ASU fans gather for this historic rivalry. We’ll reopen Sun, Nov 9. 🎟️ Game tix: https://t.co/jRrMRpTCcK ⚓ Museum: https://t.co/G7KyczZT5Z
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👻 Oct 25th Paranormal Tour is SOLD OUT! Tickets for other nights are vanishing fast—secure yours now for chills, thrills & mysterious tales. Don’t miss out this spooky season: https://t.co/tzP6PGdRMK
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