Women of the Civil War

Presentation in Fasig House starting at 3 pm. Cindy Beaston, a renowned Civil War historian from Columbia, Pa, will be giving a lecture on the vital roles women played during one of the nation’s bloodiest conflicts. She’ll highlight their significance not only as nurses, but also as spies and even on the battlefield. Enjoy the cool comfort of the air-conditioned Fasig & Keath Houses Museums while you’re here.

Free tours of the Fasig & Keath Houses Museums run from 1 to 3 pm, with convenient free parking available in the rear. Join a free 45-minute historical walking tour of Manheim starting at 1:30 pm. Please gather on the lawns 10 minutes before the tour begins.