Help Us Make History
Thanks to the generosity of our friends and supporters, we are in an exciting phase of fundraising and development for a brand new building on the campus of the Elmira Civil War Prison Camp.
This Heritage Center will serve as the entry point for tourists, school groups, conference guests, and history buffs alike. It will safely store and display important records and relics, and will provide space for research, meetings, lectures, and more.
Leaving the Heritage Center, guests will venture immediately toward a section of our replica guard fence and around into the “camp” itself.
Thank you for your support – we know we cannot do it without you!
How We’ve Grown
This video shows how far we’ve come, from the development of a new organization to several buildings, projects, volunteers, and events over the years.
Please take a moment to watch a learn a little more about our journey and next steps.
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President’s Message
Contact Us
The Friends of the Elmira Civil War Prison Camp
PO Box 681
Elmira, NY 14902
Camp Location:
645 Windsor Ave
Elmira, NY 14902
Donate
Thank you for considering a donation. Your donation will go to keep this all volunteer organization operating.
Mission
It is the mission of the Friends of the Elmira Civil War Prison Camp to protect and preserve the history of the Civil War in Elmira, Chemung County and surrounding areas and to educate the public about that history.
Hours
Memorial Day to Labor Day
Saturdays: 10:30am – 2:30pm
or by Appointment
Contact us for personal tours through Facebook