Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center | April 14 through April 2023

If anything is certain, it is that for 160 years, the United States has been uncertain with how best to remember the Civil War. Each generation has handled the war’s legacy in its own way, often reflecting its own values and experiences in doing so. While the debate will continue on how this difficult subject should be remembered, “Mustering Memory: 160 Years of Saluting the Civil War” provides the often-overlooked history of how people have chosen and still choose to remember the Civil War. From the aged veterans who walked on the fields of Gettysburg for its 50th anniversary to modern enthusiasts who use their vacation time reliving famous battles or scouring Civil War antique shows, this exhibit offers context on where Civil War memory has been and insights for those interested in engaging with it today.

The exhibit will be open during regular museum hours, which are available at rbhayes.org. Members are admitted for free. For non-members, access to the exhibit is included with regular admission.