Death, Mourning and Religion in the 19th Century: A Themed Tour of the White House of the Confederacy October 7, 2010

This themed tour of the White House of the Confederacy will focus on the common societal views of death, mourning, religion and superstition in the 19th century, especially as they pertained to the Davis and Lincoln families. It will discuss religious, secular and popular customs and superstitions used to remember and honor loved ones after death, as well as celebrations used during the holiday seasons.

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