Books at the Mercantile
We carry a wide selection of local history and Civil War books. Many of our books are written by local [...]
2021 Updates at the Inn
If you haven't been able to the inn lately, you're in for a BIG surprise. This past year we completed [...]
2022 Civil War Lecture Series
2022 is the 160th Anniversary of the 1862 Maryland Campaign and the Battle of Antietam. Join us at the Jacob [...]
Tolson’s Chapel and School
Emancipation Proclamation (LoC) When we think of the Battle of Antietam, many think of the 23,100 casualties that resulted in [...]
Justin Mayhue – “Col. Mobley, 7th Maryland Volunteer Infantry in the Civil War”
Edward Mobley Colonel Edward M. Mobley was a local hero. He was a Civil War veteran, volunteer [...]
“The ‘What Ifs’ of the Maryland Campaign” – John Schildt
John Schildt John Schildt hardly needs an introduction. He is well known for his many books relating the [...]
A Very Personal Fight- Alex Rossino
Although he is known for personally leading troops on the field during the Overland Campaign in 1864, the first time [...]
“Lee Invades the North: A Comparison of 1862 & 1863” – Brad Gottfried
Lee crossing the Potomac into Maryland, 1863 On Wednesday, June 10th, Antietam Battlefield Guide and renowned author, Brad [...]
The Perfect 3-Day Itinerary for Sharpsburg
With so many things to do in and around Sharpsburg, it can be hard to fit everything into three days. [...]
Antietam Mercantile Company is Open!
After many months of planning, preparing and praying, we are pleased to announce that our store is finally open. [...]
“The Tale Untwisted” – Alex Rossino
Dr. Alex Rossino The discovery of Robert E. Lee’s Special Orders no. 191 outside of Frederick, Maryland on September [...]
“A Last Roll of the Dice: The Third Confederate Invasion of the North – 1864” – Matt Borders –
Matt Borders Matthew Borders is a 2004 graduate of Michigan State University with a BA in US History. [...]