Experience history firsthand at the CSS Neuse Civil War Museum! Join us for the second annual “Sailors in the Summer: Ironclads and Naval Living History” event on Saturday, August 9, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., showcasing the lives of sailors during the Civil War.
Come explore the exciting world of Civil War sailors! Enjoy a variety of naval-themed exhibits and hands-on activities that bring history to life. You can try your hand at making rope, learn about ironclad ships and blockade running, build your own coastal fort with kinetic sand, and even analyze fascinating artifacts from our collection. Plus, there's a fun scavenger hunt designed especially for families to enjoy together.
This event will showcase naval living history reenactors, CSS Neuse Museum staff, and dedicated volunteers, who will share knowledge about sailors' lives during the war, the weapons they used, the food they ate, the games they played, and more. We can't wait to share this incredible experience with you!
A board member from The Friends of the Hunley will join us to discuss the history, construction, and conservation efforts to preserve the H.L. Hunley submarine.
Blue Star Museum - All active-duty military personnel with ID and their families of up to five members receive free admission.
The CSS Neuse Museum will present “Sailors in the Summer: Ironclads and Naval Living History” as part of Blue Star Museums, a program offering free admission to currently serving military personnel and their families this summer from Armed Forces Day, May 17, 2025, through Labor Day, September 1, 2025.
Admission: $5/adults; $4/senior citizens and veterans; $3/students; Free for children ages three and under.
If you have any questions, please email Rachel at
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