History & Culture

Explore the links below to learn about the two major Civil War battles fought at Manassas as well as the people and places that played a role in the park's story.
 

History and Culture

  • Capture of Ricketts' Battery by Sidney King
    First Battle of Manassas

    Learn more about the First Battle of Manassas (Bull Run) - July 21, 1861

  • Second Battle of Manassas
    Second Battle of Manassas

    Learn more about the Confederate victory at the Second Battle of Manassas (Bull Run) - August 28-30, 1862

  • Black and white photo portrait of GK Warren, pictured in profile.
    People of Manassas

    Learn about the people whose lives were connected with Manassas

  • Color photo of Deep Cut Monument at Sunset
    Places

    Learn about places to visit at Manassas National Battlefield Park

  • Black and white photo of people and horses standing around a camp with wooden cabins and tents.
    Stories

    Explore featured stories about people and events important to the history of Manassas

  • Color photo of Francis Brownell Uniform. Khaki colored jacket, orange collared shirt, belt.
    Collections

    Learn about the Museum Collections of Manassas National Battlefield Park

  • Color photo of an NPS employee laying on the ground brushing dirt away from an archeology excavation
    Preservation

    Learn more about archeology, cultural landscapes, and restoration of historic structures at Manassas

  • Color image of bronze relief sculpture showing five civil war soldiers.
    Research Your Manassas Ancestor

    Learn how the park can help you research your Civil War ancestor at Manassas National Battlefield

 

 

Information for Teachers

Learn about field trips, guided tours, and other education material offered by the park by clicking on the link above.

Last updated: August 31, 2023

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12521 Lee Highway
Manassas, VA 20109

Phone:

703 361-1339 x0

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