American Civil War Museum- White House of the Confederacy

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Built in 1818, this National Historic Landmark served as the White House of the Confederacy during the war. Guided tours of the restored house–the elegant public rooms as well as the private living quarters–explore the lives of the people who lived and worked there. Visitors will have the opportunity to walk through the home with a trained ACWM guide and take pictures while experiencing what life was like for those who lived and worked at the White House of the Confederacy. Tours of the White House of the Confederacy last 45 minutes. White House tour capacity will be at 15 visitors per tour and include the two-floor full tour.

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CDC Recommended Cleaning Procedures:
Limited Elevator Occupancy:
Mobile Payments Accepted:
Reduced Occupancy/Occupancy Limits:
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Attraction Fee: Visit our website to purchase tour tickets and to learn more about our multi-site pass option for the best value!
Attraction Hours: 10 AM-5 PM
Distance to Airport: 7.8 miles
Handicapped Accessible:
Hours (General Information): ACWM offers guided tours of the home daily, visit our website for tour times. Tours begin from the the visitor center & gift shop located in the garden behind the house. Only the visitor center is handicapped accessible. Tours of the house require walking up and down stairs.
Maximum Group Size: 18
Motorcoach Group Friendly:
Parking:
- Free
Parking Fee Information: We validate parking in the VCU Hospital visitors deck on 12th St.

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- Accessible Ramps and Curbs

American Civil War Museum- White House of the Confederacy

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About

Safety and Social Protocols

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Amenities

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Accessibility

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