That happy hour to me is sweet
When thus I slept alone
And with that angel hope to meet
The dead who are unknown.
Hospitals
During the Civil War soldiers and civilians alike turned to music not just as a distraction, but also for comforting reassurance.
As the Civil War’s bloodiest year came to its close, citizens and soldiers alike realized they had a lot to be thankful for despite the dreary situation.
Hear museum volunteer and retired pharmacist Greg Susla describe the restoration process of the Pry House medicinal herb garden.
Clara Jones never stopped caring for people in need after the Civil War. Read about her amazing story.
Private William McCarter’s treatment after the battle of Fredericksburg is an excellent case study of Civil War medical care.
“Ladies! If you’ve got here you’ll get anywhere.”
After the American Civil War, Clara Barton led the search for over 40,000 missing soldiers … including some who didn’t want to be found.
Schoolteacher Clara Jones engaged in full time hospital work in the summer of 1862.
