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Here's what people are saying about our war history adventures...
“Super program for those interested in Civil War history. Great experts stayed on top of things with care and humor. The American Queen was fantastic and very accommodating.”
— Maureen from Sycamore, IL
“I highly recommend the this program on the Civil War in Tennessee, including the battlefields at Shiloh and Fort Donelson. Everyone will enjoy the relaxing voyage aboard the American Queen, an amazing paddle wheel steamer that provided a pleasant week on the river.”
— Douglas from Petaluma, CA
Unique educational adventures for ages 50+
With authors and historians, discover iconic Civil War battlefields such as Gettysburg, Appomattox & James Rivers, Harpers Ferry, Antietam, Vicksburg, or take a 10-day comprehensive steamboat voyage through the heart of the Confederacy. Stand where the leaders made their calls, see what they saw, and weigh the consequences of this conflict that changed our nation forever.
Each Civil War adventure includes:
- All lodgings & most meals
- Expert-led lectures & field trips
- Hands-on experiences & performances
- All gratuities
- Road Scholar Assurance Plan
Favorite Experiences exploring the Civil War:
- Journey to Shiloh National Military Park, site of one of the Civil War’s most dramatic, deadly battles.
- Examine one of the richest collections of Civil War artifacts at the White House and Museum of the Confederacy.
- Hear the music of the Civil War and explore the final home of Joseph Davis, where Jefferson Davis addressed the citizenry from the balcony.
A university of the world, Not-for-Profit Road Scholar has been leading global educational adventures for adults for nearly 50 years.
Our programs are all-inclusive educational adventures, not superficial tours. When you explore with us, you’ll have a deep, thought-provoking experience delivered by faculty experts on site.