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Manassas National Battlefield Park
Things To Do
Ranger Jim Burgess leading a tour along Ricketts' Battery.
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Ranger Jim Burgess leading a First Manassas tour.

 If you have 1-2 hours to visit:

  • Explore the museum and see displays of civil war era uniforms, weapons and field gear.
  • Play with the electronic battle map for a quick overview of field strategy and tactics.
  • See the park orientation film Manassas: End of Innocence which is shown on the hour in the Visitors Center theatre (Admission fee required).
  • Browse the bookstore.
  • Take the self-guided 1 mile Henry Hill Loop Trail.
  • Get your picture taken at the Jackson statue.


If you have more time, try one of the following:

  • Buy an audio CD and follow the Second Manassas driving tour.
  • Join a Park Ranger for a guided hike.
  • Take a self-guided hike on one of the many interpretive loop trails: Stone Bridge, Matthews Hill, Brawner Farm, Deep Cut, Unfinished Railroad or Chinn Ridge.
Ulysses S. Grant, 18th President: 1869-1877  

Did You Know?
President Ulysses S. Grant established Yellowstone as the nation's first national park on March 1, 1872.

Last Updated: July 11, 2008 at 19:21 EST