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March 26, 2007
Unbiased Viewpoints Assist Understanding of Civil War
University Park, PA—Accounts of a civil war typically present the 'good guys' against the 'bad.' But the heartache of civil war is that this boundary dims as brothers, sisters, and friends find themselves on opposing sides of the battle.
"Patriot or Rebel: An Unbiased Look at the Civil War" held at The National Civil War Museum in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, on Friday, April 27, 6:00–9:00 p.m., will give attendees a better understanding of the Civil War in America, and its effect on the nation and the people. The museum, which opened
in 2001, is noted for its equal representation of both sides of the conflict.
The evening will include a self-guided tour of the entire museum and a reception. Two brief talks are also planned for the evening. "Do We Really Need to Study the Civil War?" presented by William A. Blair, director George and Ann Richards Civil War Era Center, and professor of American history, College of the Liberal Arts. "Studying Civil War Soldiers: The State of the Art and Science," presented by Michael Barton, professor of American studies and social science, Penn State Harrisburg.
The National Civil War Museum is located at 1 Lincoln Circle at Reservoir Park, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17103, and phone 717-260-1861. Driving directions and more at www.nationalcivilwarmuseum.org
Guests will be welcomed by Nancy L. Eaton, dean of University Libraries and Scholarly Communication, Penn State, and Madlyn. L. Hanes, chancellor, Penn State Harrisburg.
Although the event open to the public at no charge, those wishing to attend must RSVP by April 13 to Karen Struble, 814-865-2258 or kas5@psu.edu.
Editor's Contact:
Catherine Grigor, 814-863-4240