*Ranger-led programs are offered on Saturdays and Sundays when staffing and weather permits.
Meet behind the Visitor Center at the benches. Ranger programs (presented by rangers or volunteers) discuss the history of the Battle of Cowpens and the development of Cowpens National Battlefield. Please check with staff for program times. Ranger talks are 30 minutes and require limited walking. Ranger walks (Battlefield Walks) are 60 minutes and require walking for a prolonged period.
Living historian fires a musket.
NPS Photo.
MUSKET DEMONSTRATIONS (30 Minutes) 11:30 am and 1:00 pm.
Held on the first and third Saturday of the month. Talk with a living historian dressed in 18th century clothing and watch them fire a musket! Program is offered behind the Visitor Center when weather and staffing permits. Last musket demonstration of the season will be on September 7, 2024. Historic weapons demonstrations will continue to be offered at special events throughout the year.
Trail marker for Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail.
