2. When will the museum be open to the public?

The latest timeline projections place the first phase of development to be completed in 2009.  This largely depends on the anticipated financial resources of the next 12 months to 18 months.

3. Where exactly is the museum located in Jefferson Barracks?

The museum facility is located at the west side of the Jefferson Barrack’s historic grass parade grounds. The parade ground area is centrally located in the center of the Jefferson Barracks Historic Site between the Jefferson Barracks County Park to the north and the Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery to its south.  The most direct route to travel from Telegraph Road is to travel east on Jefferson Barracks Road two blocks where it turns into Sherman Road.  Then travel on Sherman Road for several more blocks where it terminates into Worth Road.  Make a left onto Worth Road and travel for one block. The Museum is located at 222 Worth Road, St. Louis, MO 63125.

4. Who operates the Missouri Civil War Museum?

The Missouri Civil War Museum is a Missouri state registered not-for-profit educational organization and a Federally recognized and registered 501c(3) not-for-profit charitable organization.  It is operated by a Board of Directors.

5. How can one receive more information on the museum project?

Currently, the most convenient way to learn more about the museum project is to visit our website at www.mcwm.org.  You may also contact the museum’s office at (314) 845-1861.

6. Are contributions to the Missouri Civil War Museum tax-deductible?

The Missouri Civil War Museum is an approved 501c(3) charity and contributions made to the organization are tax-deductible to the fullest extent provided by law.  Each case is unique and different regarding donations and contributions to the organization and advice from a tax professional is recommended for large contributions.

 

7. How can I help?

The Missouri Civil War Museum is a grassroots effort committed to the establishment of a large Civil War museum and library dedicated entirely to the State of Missouri and her involvement in the American Civil War.  The organization offers many different ways one can choose to help the facility come to fruition.  On the museum’s website one can choose to either make a monetary contribution, become a member of the organization, purchase museum merchandise, reserve a commemorative brick paver in our memorial garden, donate an artifact to our museum, or donate a Civil War book to our library, just to name a few. For more information on ways you can help, go to the “Get Involved” page.

8. How large is the museum facility?

The primary museum facility is approximately 15,000 square feet in size.  The library and research portion of the complex will entail an additional 6,000 square feet.

9. Will the facility be ADA compliant?

Yes, much care and planning are being considered in the renovation of the historic building to make it as fully accessible as possible so all visitors can visit, learn and enjoy. 

10. Will the museum have a movie theater in it?

Yes, the museum will have a theater located within it that will be used for short “loop films” for daily visitors as well as use for motion pictures and documentaries for educational purposes and other museum activities.

11. What is the minimum age my child should be before they visit the museum?

The museum and its exhibits are designed for 4th grade students and above.  Some of the exhibits and presentations could be disturbing for younger children.

12. Is there something at the museum for younger children to do under the 4th grade?

Not really.  The delicate and disturbing story and topic of the American Civil War is not recommended for most young children.  Most similar museums usually agree that children in the 4th grade can start grasping and developing a basic understanding of the American Civil War.  Due to the various types of weapons, items and graphic images that will be on display, good parental judgment must be considered before younger children are brought into the facility.  One must understand and always be aware that this is an educational museum regarding war, violence, death & suffering.  

13. Will photography be allowed in the Museum?

Photography will only be allowed in certain designated areas.

14. Will food services be available at the museum?

Yes, there will be a limited selection of food and beverages available.

15. Do you have a Museum Store?

Yes, currently the museum operates an online store at its website at www.mcwm.org/museum_store.html. Once the museum facility is in operation, the museum’s “General Store” will have hundreds of items for sale.  Among the items will be a large selection of books, souvenirs, apparel, and toys.

16. What kind of library will be at the museum?

The Missouri Civil War Studies Center will be a private research library and not a circulating public library.  Materials therefore cannot be checked out like at traditional public libraries and in turn must be utilized at our facility.  Our collections include books, manuscripts, maps, microfilm records, periodicals, photographs, films, DVDs, and CDs.  The library will contain extensive resources on the Civil War in general but many of the specialized collections will focus on Missouri and the soldiers from & buried in this state.  There will be ample equipment available at the library for researchers to utilize in copying or printing items and records.

17. Will the MCWM have venues for meetings and special events?

Yes, both the museum and library will have meeting/presentation rooms available for business meetings, conferences, receptions, dinners and other events.

18. Is the MCWM affiliated with any other organization?

Yes, the MCWM is a standing member of the American Association of Museums.  

19. How can I become a member of the MCWM?

Information about joining the MCWM can be found by visiting the museum’s website at www.mcwm.org/membership.html  The link will describe the various ways one can support the project as well as joining the organization.  You can also download a museum brochure from the “Print a Museum Brochure” link located on the same page.