After visiting Antietam battlefield, it was especially poignant . It demystified some of the beliefs we generally have about the medical practices during the Civil War. More

I knew a little about the civil war but this place really opened my eyes to the horrors that were endured during the war. The pictures, wax models and setting were unabelievable. It will stay with me a long time. More

Really well done. very interesting even for young kids. a must do for any one into history More

Interesting, informative, well-planned. Really makes you understand the hardships Civil War soldiers endured. More

Extensive collection and very good displays for the Civil War buff. More

First of all, seeing downtown Frederick, where the museum is located, is worthwhile. This museum has two floors chock full of interesting displays and educational presentations. By depicting the role of medicine, doctors and nurses in this time period presents a view of a whole part of the war's impact as well as the important transitions in medical treatments that... More

From the outside the building looks a little less than desirable. The lobby and the exhibits are very clean and well organized. There is a small fee to go through the museum. You have the option to leave and return on the same day with no additional charge. A guide takes you to the second floor to start the tour... More

This museum gives a great overview of how the Civil War was influential in the development of modern medicine, including hospitals and germ theory. There are many different dioramas and exhibits that give an informative idea of what life as a Civil War doctor and soldier was like. More

Medicine and hygiene, or more specifically the lack thereof, played a pivotal role in the war. 2/3 of the causalities were from disease not combat and the removal and treatment of the wounded was also critical. This museum addresses both of these issues in great detail. The exhibits are highly informative tell the story from the collection of the wounded... More