We stopped here after touring the Prison and Cemetery. It is a one room museum but the items, multiple uniforms, diorama of the Prison, not to mention Mary Surrat's bonnet, fill the space. Every book, button, and sword had a wonderful detailed explanation. The diorama in the middle of the room really brought the grounds to life. We didn't get to see Mary Surrat's bonnet as it was away for conservation, but just knowing that it was there was amazing enough for me. To see General Eckerts watch stopped at the hour of Lincoln's death was a treat. There were more than a dozen full uniforms, ranging from drummer boy, of course, to a cavalryman, as well as women's dress from the day. There is something for every interest tucked away here and most importantly you can feel the love for not only the time but the artifacts. Did I mention the schoolbook and handwritten diaries? Just amazing!
While small, the Museum has a great collection of Union & Confederate uniforms, relics, arms, medical equipment, clothes, etc. Of particular interest is the "Drummer Boy" display, as my gr-grandfather enlisted as such at age 13. The Museum is a convenient addition to visiting Andersonville National Memorial, just down the road. The little village itself is worth some exploring time. Don't rush either place if CW is of interest.
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On a trip to Andersonville Prison NP-great historical place, by the way-we went into the small, quaint town of Andersonville and found this museum. It is small but the items in it were displayed nicely. The place was very clean and well kept. It has a very good diurama of the prison that my DH took multiple pictures of. The clerk was extremely informative of the museum and surrounding histories. My DH, who is a history buff unparalleled, could not find anything amiss in that history. The museum has out of the ordinary items I have not seen in others. I found a pair of sunglasses used by an officer in 1863! By the way, if you are hungry about that time, there is a small cafe just nearby that serves excellent food at a very good price. Patsy's. Very good!!
Thank you so much for your visit and review. The donation of $5.00 for Adults and $1.00 for 13 through 17 helps with the preservation of this wonderful collection. We thank you and look forward to hearing from you again.
This is a small but quite fascinating exhibit, curated with love (and much knowledge) by a local man. Though not a big museum, it is certainly worth a visit.
Thank you so much for your review. 100% of your $5.00 donation goes towards the preservation of this wonderful collection. We thank you for visiting and hope you come back and see us again.
This museum is in need of lots of tender loving care. It's worn and tired looking. My husband and I only stayed for a brief visit. The village of Andersonville itself is in need of lots of tender loving care.
If you are going to Andersonville, this museum is definitely worth a side trip. We've been to countless museums all over the US, and this Civil War-related one is among our family's favorites! The artifacts are unique, bringing the war down to a personal level, and the staff are friendly and well-informed. I don't want to give away any spoilers, but if you go, don't miss the bonnett or the white bullet!