Tag Archives: Preservation

Saving History Saturday: The American Civil War Museum and Adaptive Reuse

Posted on May 4, 2019 by Emerging Civil War

Today marks the official opening of the “new” American Civil War Museum in downtown Richmond after eighteen months of construction. The $25 million project has not only helped to accomplish the museum’s goal of creating new, innovative interpretations of the … Continue reading →

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“A comment about the importance, indeed the righteousness, of our cause.”

Posted on April 20, 2019 by Emerging Civil War

Editor’s Note: At its annual dinner on Saturday, April 6, the Central Virginia Battlefields Trust presented its Ralph Happel Award for lifetime achievement to Dr. Mike Stevens, a former president of the organization (and early ECW contributor!) renowned throughout the … Continue reading →

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Saving History Saturday: How One Group of Passionate Preservationists Saved a New York Civil War Memorial

Posted on March 9, 2019 by Emerging Civil War

In 1914, over two hundred Union veterans gathered in Little Valley, New York for not only their annual reunion, but to dedicate their community’s newest Civil War memorial. A two-story octagonal structure made of brick, wood, and plaster, the beautiful … Continue reading →

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Preservation News: Historic Preservation a Focus for Tennessee in 2019

Posted on January 19, 2019 by Emerging Civil War

Tennessee has made it clear to its citizens and to the country – historic preservation is a priority for 2019. In Franklin, the Heritage Foundation of Williamson County made it public that they support the creation of a statewide tax … Continue reading →

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2018 Year In Review: Working Together To Teach History

Posted on December 29, 2018 by Emerging Civil War

At ECW, we’re proud of the networking and opportunities to work closely with preservation and education groups in the history community. Whether it’s giving preservation efforts a spotlight, volunteering, or participating at special events, Emerging Civil War enjoys partnering to … Continue reading →

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Preservation News: Preserving History Digitally

Posted on December 22, 2018 by Emerging Civil War

In this age of the Internet, professional and amateur historians have the ability to research – and preserve – history digitally. Since the advent of the twenty-first century, we can now scour digital archives, find rare academic articles in databases, … Continue reading →

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Preservation News: Victory at McDowell

Posted on December 15, 2018 by Emerging Civil War

Just last week, our friends at the Shenandoah Valley Battlefields Foundation (SVBF) announced that they had preserved one of the last few acres of the core of the McDowell Battlefield. According to the SVBF, this particular battlefield is unique; with … Continue reading →

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Question of the Week: 11/12-11/18/18

Posted on November 12, 2018 by Emerging Civil War

Let’s talk about archaeology studies on Civil War battlefields… Do you have a favorite artifact, story, or experience? Please note: Always know the rules and have proper authorization/permission before searching for artifacts! ECW does not encourage or condone illegal searching … Continue reading →

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Preservation News: $1.15 Million In Grants To Protect Battlefields In Virginia

Posted on October 27, 2018 by Emerging Civil War

Emerging Civil War is pleased to share the following press release and celebrate a wonderful preservation opportunity! Virginia Battlefield Preservation Fund will help preserve more than 500 acres of hallowed ground at 10 Virginia historic sites This week the Virginia … Continue reading →

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Preservation News: American Battlefield Trust’s 2018 State Leadership Award for Preservation Efforts

Posted on October 20, 2018 by Emerging Civil War

We’re pleased to share this press release from American Battlefield Trust about a representative who has championed preservation efforts. Charles Sargent, a veteran leader of the Tennessee House of Representatives, will receive the American Battlefield Trust’s State Leadership Award for … Continue reading →

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