The Civil War tested and consumed the country for more than four years. Many families were touched by death and artists responded to the era surrounding the conflict in many ways. The advent of photography changed American outlook of the war, while Reconstruction era paintings and sculptures give us insight into the nation's new life. Depictions of America during troubled times reflect a changing national identity. Join us as we explore art from the time period with Smithsonian American Art Museum docent LeeAnn Lawch. (Note: This will be the third art talk Lee Ann has done for At Home in Alexandria and everyone has really enjoyed her talks.)

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