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    • William H. Carney
    • C. S. S. Hunley
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The National Battles of The Western Theater Museum

Where History Comes to Life

The Heart of the National Civil War Museum

Our signature collection highlights the pivotal campaigns, leaders, and personal stories of the Civil War’s Western Theater — a region that shaped the outcome of the conflict but is often overlooked in traditional narratives.

Exhibit Highlights:

  • Rare uniforms, weapons, and battlefield artifacts
  • Personal letters, diaries, and soldier belongings
  • Maps and strategic displays of major Western campaigns
  • Interactive timelines and multimedia presentations
  • Kentucky’s critical role as a border state

One of the most comprehensive museum's in the world!

Civil War Naval Artifacts

Lt. James Hardin Exhibit


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A visit to The National Civil War Battles of the Western Theater Museum in Bardstown, KY, offers an in-depth look at the war, especially from a Western Theater perspective, which includes Kentucky, Tennessee, and Mississippi. 

Here’s what you can expect to see:

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