The Museum walls tell the story of The Battle of Perryville in graphics. Photos and quotations from actual soldiers capture the feeling of what it was like in 1862. Display cases house artifacts, uniforms and weapons.

A Remarkable Job - Undertaking a museum renovation is a challenge at anytime. Renovating this museum during tough economic times was doubly challenging. The staff of Perryville Battlefield State Historic Site accomplished this feat with the help of many volunteers from Perryville Volunteer Corps and the Friends of Perryville Battlefield. The painting, and many of the display cases were the work of these volunteers Also on board for the great graphics was Steadfast Studio.

The museum has the perfect blend of interactive 21st century technology combined with artifacts, photos and graphics of actual people and places relating to The Battle of Perryville.

The museum at Perryville State Historic Site is a must visit for Civil War buffs. The history contained on the walls of the museum are a learning experience for all.