• Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park

    Kennesaw Mountain

    National Battlefield Park Georgia

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  • Lane Closures on Old Highway 41 (Barrett Parkway Project Construction)

    Barrett Parkway Project will require lane closures on Old 41 Highway, east of Ernest Barrett Parkway (the Kennesaw Mountain side). Lane closures will occur February 9 - June 18, 2013, with peak traffic hours (6-9 am and 4-7 pm, weekdays) not affected.

  • Contact Information Regarding Lane Closures

    Area traffic is encouraged to use other routes to avoid major delays. Contact Cobb County Department of Transportation for more information at 528-1653 or visit http://dot.cobbcountyga.gov/project-updates.htm More »

Traveling Trunks

Traveling Trunks
Traveling trunks are available for local pickup only on Monday - Friday and cannot be mailed.

The Battlefield provides three different types of trunks for you to enjoy:

  • The Civil War: Life of a Soldier
  • Women, Children, and African-Americans
  • The Battlefield-In-a-Box: A Trunk for the Visually Impaired
Each trunk includes reproduction clothing and implements, reading material, and a packet for teachers (that we hope you will keep!)







Important Things to Know About the Trunk Program:

  1. A $50 refundable deposit is required per trunk.
  2. Due to high demand, trunks are issued for 7 business days only unless prior arrangements are made.
  3. To check on the availability of the Traveling Trunks click here.
  4. You MUST fill out a registration form for traveling trunks to reserve yours today.
  5. Confirmation emails are sent 2 days after receipt of registration sheets. If you do not receive your confirmation after 2 days, please check your junk mail folder. If neither have occurred, please phone us at (770) 427-4686 ex. 248.

Did You Know?

The trail that leads to the earthworks at Cheatham Hill.  The heaviest fighting at Kennesaw Mountain.

During the War Between the States, it is estimated that less than 20% of the battle casualties were caused by artillery.  During the 2-week battle at Kennesaw Mountain, there were almost constant artillery duels.  Little damage was actually done, except at close range with a canister.