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Manassas National Battlefield Park Jackson Statue in Spring
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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's 45 minute orientation film Manassas: End of Innocence which is shown on the hour in the Visitors Center theatre.
  • 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.

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Last Updated: August 09, 2011 at 08:11 MST