History Buff PackageThis 2 day package will bring you up close and personal to the Civil War. Choose one of our three historically appointed Civil War themed guest rooms and then enjoy the following package additions:
- 2 nights with full 3 course breakfast
- Copy of the book by Nat Brandt The Town That Started the Civil War
- Stories by your Host of the Underground Railroad and the Civil War battles and generals. Hear about the founding of Oberlin College and how it was the first to admit African Americans and women.
- Tickets to the Oberlin Heritage Center to see the Monroe House, the Schoolhouse, and the Jewett House.
- A handmade Civil War Penny Rug made by a local artist.
- $50.00 Dinner Coupon to a local restaurant
- 2 tickets to local Apollo movie theatre
- One night - a homemade 'decadant' dessert
TOTAL COST:
Union or Confederate Room -- $360.00
Mason/ Dixon Suite -------- $460.00
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CIVIL WAR HISTORY
WOMEN SOLDIERS
Women's Need to Serve
It is unknown as to how many women actually served as soldiers during the Civil War, but estimates place it at about 400 who disguised themselves as men and performed the same duties as their male couterparts. Women would present themselves as men and enlist along with their husbands. In one instance, the husband and wife team was captured together and sent to Andersonville prison in GA. She kept her sex secret until she became ill and was discovered by a doctor. They both died in prison. Another woman served and fought, was mustered out, passed a physical exam, received a pension, and was not discovered until 1911 after an auto accident. No one knew she was not a man!
"Never knew Oberlin was so rich in history, especially the Underground Railroad. I'm even more proud to be an Ohio native with Northern Pride! Can I take the bed with me!" Wendy
Columbus, Ohio