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New England Civil War Museum In Vernon Reopens With New Journey

The New England Civil War Museum and Research Center in Vernon staged a grand reopening ceremony Saturday.

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The New England Civil War Museum and Research Center in Vernon staged a grand reopening ceremony Saturday.
The New England Civil War Museum and Research Center in Vernon staged a grand reopening ceremony Saturday. (Chris Dehnel/Patch)

VERNON, CT — The New England Civil War Museum and Research Center in Vernon staged a grand reopening ceremony Saturday to show off a new format that takes visitors through the entire experience of the war.

The museum is located on the second floor of Vernon's town hall in a fully preserved former Grand Army of the Republic Hall. The museum is open every Saturday and Sunday from noon to 3 p.m., excluding holidays. Admission is free.

Here is a look at the museum's new format:

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Saturday's grand opening. (Chris Dehnel/Patch)
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An overview of the Civil War soldier. (Chris Dehnel/Patch)
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Civil War firearms and ammunition cases. (Chris Dehnel/Patch)
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Civil War garb. (Chris Dehnel/Patch

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A Civil War camp. (Chris Dehnel/Patch)
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CSA buttons. (Chris Dehnel/Patch)
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Union buttons. (Chris Dehnel/Patch)
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A keg from the hazard Powder Company In Enfield. (Chris Dehnel/Patch)
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Civil War cannon balls. (Chris Dehnel/Patch)
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A regimental BIble. (Chris Dehnel/Patch)

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