The G.A.R. (Grand Army of the Republic) was a post-Civil War veteran’s organization founded to provide support for soldiers and their families. The Marblehead Post #82 Grand Army of the Republic Meeting Room met on the second floor of the Old Town House from 1888 until the last veteran passed away. The room is an artifact in itself, existing exactly as it did when it was last used by the Marblehead G.A.R.
The story of the Civil War in Marblehead, illustrated by uniforms, weapons, and period photographs, is told in the accompanying exhibit.
The Museum is located on the 2nd Floor of the Old Town House, 1 Market Square, Marblehead, MA 01945. The museum is handicapped accessible.
The Civil War Museum and GAR Room are open by appointment only. Appointments must be made 7 days in advance of your visit to guarantee tour guide availability. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Appointments can be made by contacting the museum at 781-631-1768, or by emailing us at info@marbleheadmuseum.org.
A $15 deposit is required to make an appointment. This deposit will be refunded at the conclusion of your visit. To make a deposit, go to:
https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/K3JCRPUP3ZHNN
