Location: Civil War Museum

Presenters: Steve Acker & Doug Dammann

No single item of food or drink meant as much to Civil War soldiers as coffee. They talked about it, wrote about it, and dreamed about it. Based on first-hand Civil War soldier accounts, this workshop explores the different methods Civil War soldiers used to obtain and brew their coffee and also discusses what soldiers used as substitutes when coffee beans become scarce. Attendees will participate in guided tours of different areas of the Fiery Trial, demonstrations of how to brew alternative Civil War coffee drinks, and a coffee tasting featuring local blends to finish off the morning. 

Online sales end two days prior to class due to supply needs or attendee counts for the instructors, please call the Museums (262-653-4140) to inquire if registrations are still available.

Cancellations and Refunds

*A full refund will be issued if the Kenosha Public Museum, Dinosaur Discovery Museum, or Civil War Museum cancels a workshop or camp.

*All refunds requested within 72 hours of the program are subject to a $10 processing fee.

*No refunds are offered on or after the day a workshop or camp begins.

*Class cancellations can happen if enrollment minimums are not met two days prior to the event. You will be contacted via phone or email if your event is canceled.

If unforeseen circumstances (i.e. weather, power outages, instructor illness) occur within 72 hours of the workshop or camp and the program must be canceled, the museum will do its best to reschedule or provide a voucher to take a program of a similar or same cost.