Bartow History Museum: Bartow County Civil War Bus Tour

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“War at Every Door: Bartow County, 1864”
Bartow County Civil War Bus Tour
 
Have you ever wondered what happened to the civilians in Bartow County during the 1864 Atlanta Campaign?  While there have been numerous books published about the battles of the Atlanta Campaign, less attention has been paid to the civilians who suffered at the hands of both Confederate and Union armies.  
 
Join Bartow History Museum on Saturday, August 23 as Dr. Keith S. Hebert, Bartow County native and Assistant Professor of History at Auburn University, leads a guided bus tour of historic sites in Adairsville, Kingston, Cassville, Cartersville, and stops in between that tell the story of how Bartow County civilians endured many hardships during the Atlanta Campaign.  Come hear stories of women such as Julia Barnsley and Susan Jett Howard who watched as retreating Confederates passed their homes leaving them vulnerable when the invading Yankees arrived soon thereafter. Also, come learn about the experiences of slaves such as Easter Brown and Sarah Jane Patterson who welcomed the Federal Army as liberators.  Participants will learn about countless numbers of deserters, partisans, criminals, and bushwhackers who operated in the county preying upon soldiers and civilians alike.  These stories as well as countless others come from extensive nationwide archival research that has yet to be shared with the public.  Sign up now for this opportunity to see the Civil War in your community from a whole new perspective.

Tickets are $45 for BHM Members and $50 for non-members and are on sale now.  Ticket price includes charter bus transportation, admission fees, lunch, snacks, and a special souvenir.  Ticket holders are asked to meet at Bartow History Museum by 8:45 a.m. on Saturday, August 23.  The bus will depart at 9 a.m. and return to the Museum around 3 p.m.  Bus transportation is provided by Leisure Time.  Space is limited.  Stop by Bartow History Museum Gift Shop or call 770-387-2774 to purchase tickets.