Fall Hours November 1 – December 1 Open Weekends Only 10AM – 5PM
Fall Hours November 1 – December 1 Open Weekends Only 10AM – 5PM
In 1861, when the Civil War erupted, Barton left her job to dedicate herself to delivering supplies to Union soldiers, including those in the 6th Massachusetts Infantry. This marked the beginning of her lifelong commitment to helping those in need during times of conflict and disaster. By 1862, she had received official authorization to transport supplies to battlefields, attending every major battle in Maryland, Virginia, and South Carolina. During these battles, she cared for the wounded and earned the nickname “angel of the battlefield.” Despite having no formal medical training, she was appointed head nurse for one of General Benjamin Butler’s units in 1864. Barton also worked alongside Frances Gage to assist formerly enslaved people in transitioning to freedom. After the war, she played a key role in locating missing soldiers and marking thousands of graves, and she provided testimony before Congress about her experiences during the war.
Join us on Saturday November 9 from 10 am to 4 pm and see history come alive! Take a trip back to 1861 and watch as Living historians will be portraying the mustering in of the 10th Ky US The village will be alive with soldiers and civilians showing military and home life. Watch firing demonstrations, cooking, and more! Step back in time with us! This interactive event is family friendly and free with paid admission to museum row! You don’t want to miss this!
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