Mercer Museum Commemorates the Civil War

The Mercer Museum will commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Civil War with two programs in May, "Civil War Sharpshooter," on Monday, May 16 and the museum's Annual Civil War Encampment on Memorial Weekend.

On Monday, May 16 at 12:30 p.m., The Friends of the Bucks County Historical Society present the program, "Civil War Sharpshooter," at the Mercer Museum.

Guests will meet 1st Sergeant, Wyman White, 2nd Reg-USS Sharpshooter, portrayed by re-enactor, Stanley Saperstein.  Learn about the soldier's uniform, weapons, and the Civil War from a sharpshooter's perspective. 

The program is free and open to the public.  For more information, call 215-345-0210, ext. 132.

The Mercer's Annual Civil War Encampment will be held on the grounds of the museum on Saturday, May 28 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, May 29 from noon-5 p.m. 

Living historians will introduce visitors to the early days of the Civil War in the North. Visitors can interact with engineers and map makers, join the ranks of new recruits to the Union Army, watch medical demonstrations, meet local civilians, and participate in special demonstrations and activities.

The Annual Civil War Encampment takes place rain or shine and is included with museum admission. Mercer Museum admission is $9 for adults, $8 for seniors (age 65+), $4 for youth (ages 5-17) and free for children under 5 and members.

About the Mercer Museum

The Mercer Museum, one of Bucks County's premier tourist attractions, offers visitors a unique window into pre-Industrial America as seen through the implements used in everyday life. 

The Museum's collection includes more than 40,000 objects exhibiting the tools of more than 60 different crafts and trades, providing one of the world's most comprehensive portraits of material culture in America.  The museum opens its $12.5 million wing on June 18. The Mercer Museum is located at 84 South Pine Street in Doylestown and is open for self-guided exploration 7 days a week.  For more information, call 215-345-0210, or visit mercermuseum.org.