National Museum of Civil War Medicine
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The National Museum of Civil War Medicine is a U.S. historic education institution located in Frederick, Maryland. Its focus involves the medical, surgical and nursing practices during the American Civil War.
attractions: Carroll Creek Park, Carroll Creek Park, Baker Park, Crystal Forests LLC, Roads and Rails Museum, C. Burr Artz Public Library, Downtown Frederick Partnership, Delaplaine Arts Center, Joseph Dill Baker Memorial Carillon, Visitation Hotel Frederick, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, restaurants: Brewer's Alley, White Rabbit Gastropub, Cafe Nola, Pistarro's, Black Hog BBQ Bar, Isabella's Taverna & Tapas Bar, Pretzel & Pizza Creations, Hootch and Banter, JoJo's Restaurant & Tap House, Sabor de Cuba
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The National Museum of Civil War Medicine is a U.S. historic education institution located in Frederick, Maryland. Its focus involves the medical, surgical and nursing practices during the American Civil War.
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If you are interested in the Civil War and/or medicine, then this museum to visit. It is quit small and can be viewed in about one, to one and a half hours. If you read EVERYTHING, like me then two and a half hours is needed, (keep in mind that I am a slow reader). The museum has some very good artifacts. The information is also detailed and informative. However this museum suffers from what ALL Pennsylvania museums suffer from; mannequins! I have been to many museums in my life but I have never seen such a prolific use of mannequins like I see here. But all in all some of them were ell worth it and added to the descriptions. There are some drawings, diagrams, photos and even mannequins that may be disturbing to look at. So tread lightly or send out a scout. The gift shop could be better stocked with more appropriate items. The last part of the museum has a time line of military medicine throughout history. There is even a mannequin of a modern day army medic; a nice touch. The employees are helpful and the bathrooms are clean. Worth a visit.
John CaccioppoliJohn Caccioppoli
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I can't believe I've lived in Northern Virginia for 3.5 years and had not been to Frederick, Maryland yet....this place is awesome. My husband and I love all the Revolutionary and Civil War history in this area. The National Museum of Civil War Medicine did not disappoint, considering this museum was started from a private collection, I was really impressed with the size and detail of the exhibits. I also really liked the soldiers' perspective provided through letters....one soldier whose letters were on display was from my homestate of Maine; so that made an immediate connection for me. The staff are super friendly and one was dressed for the period and really knowledgeable on modern medicine's derivations from the Civil War....such as the advent of hospital campuses. Definitely check this place out the next time you are in Frederick. Oh, and look for a Groupon to save a few bucks. Then go across the street to the Tenth Ward Distillery to try some delicious cocktails. :-)
Amanda TurcotteAmanda Turcotte
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Such a cool museum. It's not the largest but every area was so we'll laid out and had a ton of great information. There were some interactive things for kids but probably not the best places for little little kids. There was no else there when I was there so kids could've ran around quite a bit with out disturbing anyone. Speaking of disturbing, you well see some gruesome things. It is about war and people legs and arms being taken off. I happen to like that stuff. I was driving across country and stopped at all sorts of places and this was a great place.
Sean HillSean Hill
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Lots of interesting exhibits here at the National Museum of Civil War Medicine in historic Frederick, MD. Most Civil War museums focus on the battles or weapons or famous generals for instance but the main focus here is obviously 19th century battlefield healthcare and medicine which is a unique aspect of Civil War history. The building is easily accessible and features elevators and stairs to get you to the different levels. There is a gift shop with sweet merch. Definitely check this one out!
Timothy StockdaleTimothy Stockdale
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This is a small museum in the middle of a street filled with restaurants and shops. There are two small floors with a few exhibits. We spent about an hour walking through the exhibits of surgical equipment, old-time pharmacy bottles, and mannequins as we learned about civil war medicine. There are a few costumed docents filled with information wandering about on each floor providing information. It was a little pricey $9, but a nice respite from the oppressive heat..
Barb JaffeBarb Jaffe
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So very nice exhibits and it's nice to have staffs to provide activity for kids even students too. What's activity. It's worksheets that help students to look for answer in first and second floor. There's nice information on the television! So nice! There's also gift shop and guide book from staffs who will give you! If you are student or teacher, i recommend you to visit this museum! This museum also accepts the discount if you are student.
Katherine FogartyKatherine Fogarty
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(301) 695-1864
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Website
civilwarmed.org
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