Stones River National Battlefield (U.S. National Park Service)

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Tornado Recovery

Continuing clean-up efforts may cause temporary closures of the park tour road and trails.
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A Hard Earned Victory

The Battle of Stones River began on the last day of 1862 and was one of the bloodiest conflicts of the Civil War. The battle produced important military and political gains for the Union, and it changed forever the people who lived and fought here.

Click here for an in depth account of the Battle of Stones River including links to maps detailing troop movements.

Celebrate America's Best Idea

Join us for these special events highlighting the unique mission and resources of the National Park Service. These events are part of a national awareness campaign leading to the debut of Ken Burns's new PBS documentary, The National Parks: America's Best Idea on September 27, 2009.
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American flag in front of a national cemetery headstone.

Stones River National Cemetery Burial Search

Learn about the history of the cemetery and search our list for soldiers buried there.
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Cannon in front of a whitle onelisk monument.

Thanksgiving Closures

On Thursday November 26, 2009, the Stones River National Battlefield Visitor Center and some gated areas will be closed to the public. The gates to the park tour road and Stones River National Cemetery will be open from 8 AM to 5 PM.
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3501 Old Nashville Highway
Murfreesboro, TN 37129

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Phone

Headquarters (Weekdays 8 AM - 4:30 PM)
(615) 893-9501

Visitor Information (Weekends & Holidays)
(615) 478-1035

Fax

(615) 893-9508

Climate

Summer is hot and humid with highs in the 90s. Spring and fall are pleasant. Winter temperatures are variable, but temperatures may drop below freezing with occasional snow.