Name: History Talk: Grant's Hardscrabble Cabin
Start: 2026-10-09T10:00:00-05:00

Park Historian Nick Sacco discusses the 170-year history of the log cabin built by the future Civil War hero and American president, Ulysses S. Grant. The new special exhibit will open following the program with curator remarks in the museum.


The program is free. Call 314-842-1867 ext. 230 for reservations.

Local Event: History Talk: Grant's Hardscrabble Cabin

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History Talk: Grant's Hardscrabble Cabin

Park Historian Nick Sacco discusses the 170-year history of the log cabin built by the future Civil War hero and American...

Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site

His friends called him “Sam.” His wife called him “Lyss” or “Victor.” His initials inspired a&nbsp;nickname tied to one of his greatest battlefield triumphs: “Unconditional Surrender Grant.”

The unassuming Grant never expected to play a significant role in the Civil War, yet by its&nbsp;end, commanded every soldier in the United States armed forces. Dr. Curt Fields will discuss&nbsp;his latest book, Unconditional Surrender: Ulysses S. Grant in the Civil War. Drawing on years&nbsp;of extensive research, Dr. Fields offers an ideal introduction to the “dust-covered man” from&nbsp;the Midwest who won the Civil War and preserved the United States.&nbsp;The program is free. Call 314-842-1867 ext. 230 for reservations.

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His friends called him “Sam.” His wife called him “Lyss” or “Victor.” His initials inspired a nickname tied to one of his...

2026 John Y. & Harriet Simon Day Lecture:  Unconditional Surrender - Ulysses Grant in the Civil War

This outdoor living history event will take you back to the time following the White House&nbsp;years and World Tour, as the Grants visit White Haven for what would be the last time in&nbsp;1883. Guests will be guided to different parts of the White Haven grounds to hear stories&nbsp;from several of the people who were most important in Julia’s life. The event is free, but&nbsp;reserved chairs are limited to the first ninety who register.&nbsp;Reservations open on August 1 and can be made by calling 314-842-1867 ext. 230.

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Night Walk: Memories of Julia Grant

This outdoor living history event will take you back to the time following the White House years and World Tour, as the Grants...

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2026 John Y. & Harriet Simon Day Lecture: Unconditional Surrender - Ulysses Grant in the Civil War

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9:00 AM

Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site, 7400 Grant Rd, St. Louis, MO

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7:00 PM

Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site, 7400 Grant Rd, St. Louis, MO