Name: 27th Annual Appomattox Court House NHP and Longwood University Free Civil War Seminar
Location: National Park Event Location

<h2>27th Annual Appomattox Court House NHP and Longwood University Free Civil War Seminar</h2>
February 7, 2026
Location: Jarman Auditorium, Longwood University, Farmville, VA Join the National Park Service and Longwood University at the annual free Civil War Seminar on Saturday, February 1, 2025, located in the Jarman Auditorium at Longwood University, Farmville, VA.  This seminar is free and open to the public. No reservations needed. Parking is available on Longwood University campus. Lunch is available at the Longwood University Dining Hall.

27th Annual Appomattox Court House NHP and Longwood University Free Civil War Seminar

On April 9, 1865, the surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia in the McLean House in the village of Appomattox Court House, Virginia signaled the effective end of the nation's largest war. Questions remained: could the nation reunite as one? How would emancipation be realized?

This is the home where Gen. Lee surrendered to Gen. Grant on April 9, 1865

The McLean House

The McLean House during the 150th Anniversary with luminaries along the Stage Road.

The McLean House during the 150th Anniversary

Aerial view of the village of Appomattox Court House taken in 2014.

The village of Appomattox Court House

Living History at Appomattox Court House NHP

Appomattox Court House

The park is open daily from 9-5, with the exception of certain holidays: Thanksgiving Day, December 25, and January 1. The park may have reduced hours (9-3) on December 24.

27th Annual Appomattox Court House NHP and Longwood University Free Civil War Seminar

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