Dedicated to telling the medical story of the Civil War - a story of care and healing, courage and devotion amidst death and destruction, while laying the foundation for modern medical care.

NOTICE - Beginning December 23, 2020, the museum will be closed until January 31, 2021. Starting on February 1 – February 15, 2021, the Museum will be open to the public through reservation only. Visitors will need to reserve a time at least 24 hours in advance. To reserve your tour time, call 301-695-1864 or email Reservations Coordinator Alyssa Watson at alyssa.watson@civilwarmed.org. We will take reservations on a first come first served basis. The last tours of the museum are 1 hour before closing.

Explore the Exhibits: Follow in the footsteps of soldiers and surgeons to discover the harsh conditions, personal sacrifices, and brilliant innovations of Civil War medicine, innovations that continue to save lives today.

• Last admittance to the galleries at 4:15 pm
• The Museum is closed on New Year’s Day, Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and at 2 pm on New Year’s Eve.

Admission Prices:

• Admission Adults …………………………… $9.50
• Seniors (60+) ……………… $8.50
• Students ………………………. $7.00
• Military (with ID) ………… $8.50 Members …
• Free Children (9 and under) ……Free

Dig Deeper: Enhance your knowledge of Civil War medicine with a trip to the Bettie Delaplaine Research Center.

Special prices and experiences are available for groups of 10 or more.