https://www.nps.gov/fodo News releases from Fort Donelson National Battlefield. en-us https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/commemorative-wreaths-across-america-program.htm Sat, 30 Nov 2024 05:21:00 EST On Saturday, December 14th, members of the Stewart County community, as well as attendees from well outside of the local area, will gather at Fort Donelson National Cemetery to pay honor as part of Wreaths Across America Day. https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/commemorative-wreaths-across-america-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/vc-contract-termination.htm Wed, 12 Jun 2024 04:22:00 EST On June 6, the National Park Service (NPS) provided notice to AACON General Contractors, LLC that AACON's right to proceed further under the Fort Donelson National Battlefield Visitor Center rehabilitation contract was being terminated for default. https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/vc-contract-termination.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/memorial-day-service-2024.htm Thu, 23 May 2024 09:28:00 EST On Monday, May 27, 2024, at 10:00 AM, Fort Donelson National Cemetery will be the site of its annual memorial service. https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/memorial-day-service-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-nb-offering-programs-for-the-162nd-anniversary-battles-of-forts-henry-and-donelson.htm Thu, 11 Jan 2024 03:23:00 EST Dover, TN --Fort Donelson National Battlefield is offering programs and events between February 3 and February 18 in observance of the 162nd anniversary of the February 1862 battles for Forts Henry and Donelson. Events begin on February 3rd at 2:00 PM at the national park’s Fort Heiman Unit, 654 Fort Heiman Road, located near New Concord, Kentucky. Presenter Dr. William Mulligan will lead a hike to the Confederate works overlooking Fort Henry and discuss the February 6 battle and the Union taking of both Forts Henry and Heiman. https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-nb-offering-programs-for-the-162nd-anniversary-battles-of-forts-henry-and-donelson.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/commemorative-wreaths-across-america-program-at-fort-donelson-national-cemetery-saturday-december-16.htm Wed, 06 Dec 2023 06:27:00 EST On Saturday, December 16. members of the Stewart County community, as well as attendees from well outside of the local area, will gather at Fort Donelson National Cemetery to pay honor as part of Wreaths Across America Day – the purpose of the national program being to “Remember the Fallen; Honor those who Serve; and to Teach our children of the value of Freedom.” The theme for the 2023 endeavor is, “Serve and Succeed.” https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/commemorative-wreaths-across-america-program-at-fort-donelson-national-cemetery-saturday-december-16.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-facilities-closed-for-thanksgiving-holiday-thursday-november-23-2023.htm Tue, 21 Nov 2023 04:14:00 EST Public facilities of the Fort Donelson National Battlefield will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday, while the national park grounds and roads will be open for visitor use and enjoyment. Public facilities to be closed on Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 23, include the park Visitor Center, historic Dover Hotel, national cemetery Carriage House, and park comfort stations. Each will reopen for their normally scheduled access the following day. https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-facilities-closed-for-thanksgiving-holiday-thursday-november-23-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-nb-to-host-annual-solar-eclipse-junior-ranger-program.htm Fri, 06 Oct 2023 12:21:00 EST On October 14th, those at Fort Donelson National Battlefield and across the surrounding region will have an opportunity to observe a natural event that most may always remember – a partial solar eclipse that will bring a period of darkening the sky during the middle of the day. https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-nb-to-host-annual-solar-eclipse-junior-ranger-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/american-battlefield-trust-park-day-2023.htm Tue, 11 Apr 2023 04:48:00 EST (Dover, TN) – On Saturday, April 15, 2023, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM, Fort Donelson National Battlefield is holding its annual Park Day, inviting members of the public to take part in the cleaning of the 1,717 grave markers of the Fort Donelson National Cemetery. Participants may also assist in clearing the cemetery of any branches or other small debris from recent windstorms. https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/american-battlefield-trust-park-day-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-nb-closed-due-to-severe-storm-high-winds.htm Fri, 03 Mar 2023 11:14:00 EST A severe squall line has passed through the FODO area, with winds in excess of 60mph continuing at this time. The continuation of falling of trees and flying debris has resulted in closure to park operations and access to public. https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-nb-closed-due-to-severe-storm-high-winds.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/prescribed-fire-planned-for-fort-donelson-national-battlefield.htm Tue, 21 Feb 2023 03:53:00 EST Dover, TN – Weather permitting, National Park Service (NPS) fire managers will conduct a low intensity, one-day burn at the Fort Donelson National Battlefield between January 15 and March 30. The 60-acre Indian Creek East Prescribed Fire will promote the regrowth of native species and reduce hazardous forest fuels that have accumulated in the area. The burn will also re-open the understory, providing a less obstructed view of the Cumberland River/Lake Barkley. A panoramic view of the river was a reason for the site selection of the Fort Donelson National Cemetery in 1867. https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/prescribed-fire-planned-for-fort-donelson-national-battlefield.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-nb-anniversary-events-february-2023.htm Fri, 03 Feb 2023 08:16:00 EST Fort Donelson National Battlefield is pleased to announce a variety of programs and learning opportunities for visitors of all ages. The scheduled offerings are in observance of the 161st anniversary of the campaigns for Fort Henry and Donelson. Events begin on February 4th at 2:00 pm at Fort Heiman. Rangers will present a program on the battle of Fort Henry and the taking of Fort Heiman. The national park will offer Battle of Fort Donelson-specific anniversary programming from Saturday, February 11th thru Thursday, February 16, with several events and programs throughout the these days. https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-nb-anniversary-events-february-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-nb-closure-monday-december-26-2022.htm Mon, 26 Dec 2022 05:39:00 EST Due to continued weather events at Fort Donelson NB, park roads and VC will remain closed today, Monday December 26, 2022. https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-nb-closure-monday-december-26-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-national-battlefield-roads-to-re-open-december-25th-2022.htm Sat, 24 Dec 2022 14:54:00 EST DOVER, TN – Fort Donelson National Battlefield roads will re-open to the public on December 25th, 2022 at 8:00 am. They had been closed due to the effects of last Thursday’s winter storm. Park staff has worked hard to prepare the roads for the visiting public. https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-national-battlefield-roads-to-re-open-december-25th-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/park-remains-closed-on-saturday-december-24-2022.htm Fri, 23 Dec 2022 11:14:00 EST Park Remains Closed on Saturday, December 24. https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/park-remains-closed-on-saturday-december-24-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-national-battlefield-closed-friday-december-23rd-2022-due-to-anticipated-hazardous-weather.htm Thu, 22 Dec 2022 09:37:00 EST DOVER, TN – Fort Donelson National Battlefield will be closed on Friday, December 23rd, 2022 due to anticipated hazardous weather. https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-national-battlefield-closed-friday-december-23rd-2022-due-to-anticipated-hazardous-weather.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-visitor-center-operations-to-be-at-dover-hotel-surrender-house-tuesday-and-thursday-of-this-week.htm Tue, 15 Nov 2022 04:46:00 EST Fort Donelson Visitor Center Operations to be at Dover Hotel "Surrender House" Tuesday and Thursday of this week. https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-visitor-center-operations-to-be-at-dover-hotel-surrender-house-tuesday-and-thursday-of-this-week.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-main-unit-road-closed-to-vehicle-access-wednesday-october-5-for-trenching-and-road-repair.htm Sat, 01 Oct 2022 05:27:00 EST Fort Donelson main unit road closed to vehicle access Wednesday, October 5, for trenching and road repair https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-main-unit-road-closed-to-vehicle-access-wednesday-october-5-for-trenching-and-road-repair.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/the-story-of-the-river-batteries-and-their-soldiers-dover-tn.htm Fri, 26 Aug 2022 08:58:00 EST The public is invited to Fort Donelson National Battlefield on Saturday, September 3 for a Civil War encampment demonstrating and discussing the engineering, design, manning of the noted River Batteries of Confederate Fort Donelson. https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/the-story-of-the-river-batteries-and-their-soldiers-dover-tn.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-nb-hosting-live-artillery-firing-and-programs-about-the-first-battle-of-dover-saturday-august-6th.htm Wed, 03 Aug 2022 09:15:00 EST Dover, Tennessee— For 160 years the Battle of Fort Donelson has been regarded as one of the most strategic and known battles of the American Civil War, bringing the small community of Dover, Tennessee, to national attention https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-nb-hosting-live-artillery-firing-and-programs-about-the-first-battle-of-dover-saturday-august-6th.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-nb-fledging-falls.htm Fri, 27 May 2022 05:12:00 EST One eaglet falls from the nest at Fort Donelson NB May 26, 2022 https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-nb-fledging-falls.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-main-unit-road-closed-to-vehicle-access-february-28.htm Sat, 26 Feb 2022 04:20:00 EST The main entrance and tour road of Fort Donelson National Battlefield will be closed to vehicles Monday, February 28, 2022. The closure is to allow for contractors to trench through the unit’s single ingress/egress road for installation of a new water line. The road is expected to reopen to vehicles the following morning, Tuesday, March 1. https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-main-unit-road-closed-to-vehicle-access-february-28.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-national-battlefield-closed-friday-february-4-following-ice-storm.htm Fri, 04 Feb 2022 02:58:00 EST Park remains closed today, 4 February 2022 due to ice storm. https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-national-battlefield-closed-friday-february-4-following-ice-storm.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-nb-hosting-observances-in-observance-of-the-160th-anniversary.htm Thu, 03 Feb 2022 08:05:00 EST From February 5 -16, 2022, the public are invited to attend several programs in commemoration of the 160th anniversary of the Battles of Forts Henry and Donelson. https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-nb-hosting-observances-in-observance-of-the-160th-anniversary.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-national-battlefield-is-closed-today-thursday-february-3-due-to-anticipated-winter-storm.htm Thu, 03 Feb 2022 03:39:00 EST Fort Donelson National Battlefield will be closed on Thursday, February 3, 2022 due to anticipated winter storm. https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-national-battlefield-is-closed-today-thursday-february-3-due-to-anticipated-winter-storm.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-nb-closed-friday-january-7-2022.htm Fri, 07 Jan 2022 03:13:00 EST Park will remain closed January 7, to allow staff to address snow and ice conditions. https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-nb-closed-friday-january-7-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-nb-closed-due-to-severe-weather.htm Thu, 06 Jan 2022 03:06:00 EST Park operations will close at 11:30 am today. https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-nb-closed-due-to-severe-weather.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-visitor-services-and-buildings-to-be-closed-christmas-day-and-new-year-s-day-roads-and-grounds-will-be-open.htm Wed, 22 Dec 2021 06:05:00 EST Dover, TN – In recognition of the Christmas and New Years Day holidays, all park buildings and visitor services of Fort Donelson National Battlefield, including the park’s visitor center and the Dover Hotel/ “Surrender House,” will be closed on Saturday, December 25, 2021, and Saturday, January 1, 2022. https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-visitor-services-and-buildings-to-be-closed-christmas-day-and-new-year-s-day-roads-and-grounds-will-be-open.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/national-park-service-awards-contract-for-rehabilitation-of-fort-donelson-visitor-center.htm Tue, 12 Oct 2021 11:53:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) has awarded a $3.3 million contract for the extensive rehabilitation of the historic Fort Donelson National Battlefield Visitor Center. The rehabilitation includes an addition and upgrades to the almost 60-year-old facility to meet current accessibility standards and provide modern enhancements while still maintaining the historic character of the building’s original design. https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/national-park-service-awards-contract-for-rehabilitation-of-fort-donelson-visitor-center.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/mowing-equipment-creates-an-unexpected-visitor-interest-at-fort-donelson-nb.htm Tue, 24 Aug 2021 06:17:00 EST Visitors to Fort Donelson National Battlefield have long enjoyed and benefited from learning of the site’s Civil War history, experiencing the historic fortifications, artillery, scenic viewsheds, and watching the park’s ever popular bald eagle pair. But since its first appearance on the national park, an odd piece of equipment purchased to enhance safety has become a very popular viewing opportunity for visitors. The machine that has created the unanticipated interest is a lawn mower. A large, remote-controlled, fifty-two-inch cut, heavy-duty mower, complete with rubber “tank tracks.” To most, the mower appears much like a big zero turn – but without an operator on board. When the machine is in operation, a national park employee can be seen several yards away, with what appears to be a large video game controller in their hands, watching the machine go where traditional mowing equipment cannot. https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/mowing-equipment-creates-an-unexpected-visitor-interest-at-fort-donelson-nb.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-national-battlefield-visitor-center-rehabilitation-project-open-for-contract-proposals.htm Wed, 09 Jun 2021 04:36:00 EST The National Park Service today announced the solicitation for proposals on the rehabilitation of the Fort Donelson National Battlefield Visitor Center project through open competition of the System for Award Management (SAM) contracting system. https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-national-battlefield-visitor-center-rehabilitation-project-open-for-contract-proposals.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-nb-closed-due-to-winter-storm.htm Thu, 18 Feb 2021 03:15:00 EST Battlefield closure due to winter storm, Thursday, February 18, 2021 https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-nb-closed-due-to-winter-storm.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-nb-to-open-at-10-00-am-wednesday-february-17-2021.htm Wed, 17 Feb 2021 03:03:00 EST Dover, Tennessee— Fort Donelson National Battlefield will re-open visitor access at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, February 17. The main roads and areas of Fort Donelson have been plowed following two back-to-back winter storms. As the Fort Donelson staff continue snow removal efforts, side roads, loops, overlooks and parking areas will reopen once accessible. https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-nb-to-open-at-10-00-am-wednesday-february-17-2021.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-nb-closed-following-winter-storm.htm Tue, 16 Feb 2021 03:45:00 EST Fort Donelson NB is closed today, February 16 https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-nb-closed-following-winter-storm.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-national-battlefield-its-units-closed-due-to-winter-storm.htm Thu, 11 Feb 2021 04:12:00 EST Fort Donelson National Battlefield Closed Due to Winter Storm, 11 February 2021 https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-national-battlefield-its-units-closed-due-to-winter-storm.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-facilities-to-be-closed-thanksgiving-day-christmas-day-and-new-years-day.htm Mon, 23 Nov 2020 11:03:00 EST The Fort Donelson National Battlefield Visitor Center, the Dover Hotel/”Surrender House,” and the National Cemetery Carriage House will be closed for the Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 26, 2020), Christmas Day (Friday, December 25, 2020), and New Year’s Day (Friday, January 1, 2021) holidays. https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-facilities-to-be-closed-thanksgiving-day-christmas-day-and-new-years-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-national-battlefield-is-providing-access-to-park-visitor-center-and-the-historic-dover-hotel.htm Fri, 06 Nov 2020 03:46:00 EST Beginning today, Friday, November 6, Fort Donelson National Battlefield opened access to museum exhibits, orientation offerings, and its Eastern National bookstore in its new on-site Visitor Center. The facility will be accessible Thursday through Sunday, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Central Time. https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-national-battlefield-is-providing-access-to-park-visitor-center-and-the-historic-dover-hotel.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/ycc-students-near-completion-of-fort-donelson-national-battlefield-area-rehab.htm Fri, 10 Jul 2020 08:48:00 EST YCC Students are near completion of the rehabilitation of the picnic area. https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/ycc-students-near-completion-of-fort-donelson-national-battlefield-area-rehab.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/investigation-concluded-in-vandalism-to-confederate-monument-at-fort-donelson-national-battlefield.htm Wed, 24 Jun 2020 07:53:00 EST According to Fort Donelson Superintendent Brian McCutchen, “The investigation, and relevant tips proved of benefit, and we thank the public for their interest and sharing as they have. The matter has now been referred to the office of the United States Attorney.” https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/investigation-concluded-in-vandalism-to-confederate-monument-at-fort-donelson-national-battlefield.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/roadwork-continues-on-fort-donelson-sections-of-natcor-drive-cedar-street-and-other-park-roads-the-week-of-may-11.htm Fri, 08 May 2020 12:15:00 EST Roadwork Continues on Fort Donelson Sections of Natcor Drive, Cedar Street, and other Park Roads the Week of May 11 https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/roadwork-continues-on-fort-donelson-sections-of-natcor-drive-cedar-street-and-other-park-roads-the-week-of-may-11.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-national-battlefield-has-increased-recreational-access-to-park-lands-and-roads.htm Thu, 07 May 2020 05:31:00 EST Fort Donelson National Battlefield Has Increased Recreational Access to Park Lands and Roads https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-national-battlefield-has-increased-recreational-access-to-park-lands-and-roads.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-national-battlefield-increasing-recreational-access-to-park-may-6-and-may-7-2020.htm Wed, 06 May 2020 12:35:00 EST News Release https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-national-battlefield-increasing-recreational-access-to-park-may-6-and-may-7-2020.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/roadwork-to-occur-on-park.htm Mon, 04 May 2020 11:56:00 EST Roadwork Begins the week of May 4 at Fort Donelson NB https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/roadwork-to-occur-on-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-nb-is-creating-recreational-access-to-park.htm Mon, 04 May 2020 11:21:00 EST Fort Donelson NB is creating recreational access to the park. https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-nb-is-creating-recreational-access-to-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/news-release-mccutchen-april-3.htm Thu, 30 Apr 2020 01:55:00 EST Modifications of Park Closure, statement released by Superintendent McCutchen on 3 April 2020 https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/news-release-mccutchen-april-3.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-nb-modifications-of-park-closure-covid-19-response-4-3-20.htm Sat, 04 Apr 2020 10:40:00 EST Modifications of Park Closure Executive Order 23 https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-nb-modifications-of-park-closure-covid-19-response-4-3-20.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-announces-memorial-day-2012-programs.htm Wed, 16 May 2012 06:39:00 EST A tribute to the men and women who have served our country, past and present... https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/fort-donelson-announces-memorial-day-2012-programs.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/interpretive-programs-and-civil-war-musket-firings-will-be-the-highlight-for-labor-day-weekend-at-fort-donelson-national-battlefield.htm Mon, 17 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST ---Interpretive programs and Civil War musket firings will be the highlight for Labor Day Weekend at Fort Donelson National Battlefield. https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/interpretive-programs-and-civil-war-musket-firings-will-be-the-highlight-for-labor-day-weekend-at-fort-donelson-national-battlefield.htm https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/spring-2009-projects-and-programs.htm Sun, 22 Mar 2009 20:00:00 EST Dover, Tennessee—Many out-of-town guests and Dover residents have noticed and commented on several projects underway throughout the park this spring. https://www.nps.gov/fodo/learn/news/spring-2009-projects-and-programs.htm