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Richmond National Battlefield ParkCannon firing program, a part of the anniversary program at Cold Harbor battlefield
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Richmond National Battlefield Park
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Ranger dressed as a zouave soldier drills middle school children.
"The Common Soldier" program is just one of many educational programs available for your class at Richmond National Battlefield Park.
 

Richmond National Battlefield Park offers a variety of ranger-guided education programs that are well organized, informative and engaging. These programs will help your students gain a greater understanding of the cultural and natural resources of this national park, enhance your classroom instruction and fulfill the Virginia Standards of Learning objectives. All reservations must be made prior to your visit. In order to make reservations, please follow the steps listed below.

1. Select a program that matches your curriculum needs or course of study.

2. Prepare a list of 3 possible dates.

3. Call the park at 804-771-2018 or e-mail the Education Specialist.

4. Give the following information: name of school, contact person, phone number, grade level, number of students, program, date and time.

5. Your reservation will be recorded.

Education programs
Curriculum Guide
Available education programs at Richmond National Battlefield Park
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Cover of Exploring the Real Thing booklet
Exploring the Real Thing
A guide to Curriculum-based programs at National Park sites in Virginia and other states
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Civil War era photograph of Thadeus Lowe's balloon Intrepid being inflated on the battlefield.  

Did You Know?
The battle of Gaines' Mill outside of Richmond, Virginia, was the first Civil War battle where both sides got help from above--in the form of observation balloons.

Last Updated: July 25, 2006 at 10:24 EST