https://www.nps.gov/kemo News releases from Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park. en-us https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/nps-approves-relocation-of-old-41-highway.htm Mon, 09 Mar 2026 09:16:00 EST News release detailing the relocation of Old Highway 41 into Kennesaw Mountain NBP https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/nps-approves-relocation-of-old-41-highway.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-nbp-to-close-mountain-road-to-private-vehicles-beginning-january-2026.htm Mon, 29 Dec 2025 09:45:00 EST News release detailing the closing of the Mountain Road to private vehicles in January 2026. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-nbp-to-close-mountain-road-to-private-vehicles-beginning-january-2026.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/public-input-for-bicycle-use-on-mountain-road-2024.htm Tue, 11 Jun 2024 07:19:00 EST News release seeking public input on bicycle use on Kennesaw Mountain Dr. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/public-input-for-bicycle-use-on-mountain-road-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-nbp-receives-open-outdoors-for-kids-grant.htm Mon, 13 Nov 2023 07:39:00 EST Kennesaw Mountain among recipients of 2023 Open Outdoors for Kids Grant through the National Park Foundation. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-nbp-receives-open-outdoors-for-kids-grant.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/2023-allterrainga.htm Fri, 27 Oct 2023 12:15:00 EST All terrain track chairs available for visitor use. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/2023-allterrainga.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-national-battlefield-park-kemo-traffic-and-safety-assessment.htm Thu, 16 Mar 2023 11:07:00 EST he National Park Service (NPS) is seeking public input on draft conceptual alternatives for the Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park (KEMO) Traffic and Safety Assessment. The purpose of this assessment is to evaluate traffic conditions at five park trail crossings and to recommend potential countermeasures that would improve traffic safety and operations for all types of road and trail users at these crossing locations. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-national-battlefield-park-kemo-traffic-and-safety-assessment.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-road-study-public-meeting-news-release.htm Thu, 16 Feb 2023 07:35:00 EST Kennesaw Mountain to host a public meeting on an upcoming Roady Study project. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-road-study-public-meeting-news-release.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/horse-trailer-parking-lot-temporary-closure.htm Thu, 29 Sep 2022 05:42:00 EST Temporary closure notice for the horse trailer parking lot. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/horse-trailer-parking-lot-temporary-closure.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-nbp-to-host-traffic-and-safety-assessment-public-input-meeting.htm Wed, 14 Sep 2022 10:51:00 EST Kennesaw Mountain NBP will be hosting a meeting for public input on the current traffic and safety assessment. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-nbp-to-host-traffic-and-safety-assessment-public-input-meeting.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/158th-battle-anniversary-weekend.htm Sun, 05 Jun 2022 05:46:00 EST A news release detailing events of the 158th Anniversary of the Battle of Kennesaw Mountain. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/158th-battle-anniversary-weekend.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-22-for-22-hiking-challenge.htm Thu, 12 May 2022 05:20:00 EST News release detailing Kennesaw Mountains "22 for 22' " Hiking Challenge. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-22-for-22-hiking-challenge.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/horse-crossing-at-john-ward-creek-closed.htm Wed, 15 Sep 2021 09:53:00 EST Bridge at John Ward Creek closed to horseback riders. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/horse-crossing-at-john-ward-creek-closed.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/graffiti-removed-at-kennesaw-mountain-national-battlefield-park.htm Wed, 14 Jul 2021 04:55:00 EST Over the weekend, Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park staff worked to remove graffiti and burn marks associated with the recent defacement of the park’s iconic Illinois Monument and grave site of the unknown soldier. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/graffiti-removed-at-kennesaw-mountain-national-battlefield-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-national-battlefield-park-s-illinois-monument-vandalized.htm Fri, 09 Jul 2021 04:48:00 EST National Park Service Law Enforcement Rangers at Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park are investigating recent vandalism at the park. The damage, reported earlier this morning by park staff and volunteers, includes the defacement to the park’s largest monument, the Illinois Monument, along with two other sites in the Cheatham Hill area. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-national-battlefield-park-s-illinois-monument-vandalized.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-to-increase-access-for-theater-and-public-programs.htm Wed, 30 Jun 2021 07:34:00 EST News release detailing the increased access offered by Kennesaw Mountain NBP https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-to-increase-access-for-theater-and-public-programs.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/157th-battle-anniversary-news-release.htm Wed, 23 Jun 2021 06:04:00 EST This news release details the events to commemorate the 157th anniversary of the battle of Kennesaw Mountain https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/157th-battle-anniversary-news-release.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/summer-heats-up-with-june-1st-road-closures.htm Mon, 17 May 2021 09:46:00 EST Cobb DOT and Cobb County-Marietta Water Authority have projects that will require closing three roads this summer. All closures are expected to start on June 1, 2021 and continue through the summer. Roadside signage will be posted to warn drivers of the upcoming closures. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/summer-heats-up-with-june-1st-road-closures.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/spring-break-camp-in.htm Wed, 24 Mar 2021 12:43:00 EST News release detailing the Spring Break Camp-In event https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/spring-break-camp-in.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-nbp-encourages-responsible-recreation.htm Wed, 03 Mar 2021 10:51:00 EST Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield is encouraging Responsible Recreation through a series of positive reinforcement campaigns. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-nbp-encourages-responsible-recreation.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-national-battlefield-park-to-resume-fee-operation.htm Wed, 22 Jul 2020 12:28:00 EST A news release detailing the resumption of Kennesaw Mountain's Fee operation. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-national-battlefield-park-to-resume-fee-operation.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/establishment-of-the-friends-of-kennesaw-mountain.htm Wed, 08 Jul 2020 11:36:00 EST A news release detailing and announcing the establishment of the Friends Of Kennesaw Mountain group https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/establishment-of-the-friends-of-kennesaw-mountain.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-nbp-announces-new-superintendent.htm Thu, 02 Jul 2020 08:41:00 EST News release detailing the naming of the new superintendent of Kennesaw Mountain NBP https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-nbp-announces-new-superintendent.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/156th-anniversary-of-the-battle-of-kennesaw-mountain.htm Tue, 23 Jun 2020 06:11:00 EST Kennesaw Mountain NBP to offer virtual programming during the Battle Anniversary. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/156th-anniversary-of-the-battle-of-kennesaw-mountain.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-to-host-virtual-summer-camp.htm Sun, 31 May 2020 06:28:00 EST News release detailing Kennesaw Mountain NBP's virtual summer camp from June 1 - June 5 https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-to-host-virtual-summer-camp.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-co-hosts-virtual-campout.htm Thu, 21 May 2020 05:38:00 EST This press release details Kennesaw Mountain's involvement in Memorial Day Weekend Virtual Campout. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-co-hosts-virtual-campout.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-nbp-phase-one-re-open.htm Sun, 10 May 2020 10:44:00 EST This press release details the process of Kennesaw Mountains Phase-One Reopening procedures. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-nbp-phase-one-re-open.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-nbp-closure-news-release.htm Tue, 24 Mar 2020 05:49:00 EST This news release details new park closures due to compliance with public health and local authorities. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-nbp-closure-news-release.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/mountain-road-closed-at-kennesaw-mountain-nbp.htm Thu, 19 Mar 2020 10:06:00 EST Due to extremely high visitation and a lack of space for hikers, cyclists, and vehicles to maintain social distancing with each other, the Mountain Road is closed to vehicular traffic at Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/mountain-road-closed-at-kennesaw-mountain-nbp.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/precautions-in-response-to-covid-19.htm Tue, 17 Mar 2020 08:55:00 EST Kennesaw National Battlefield Park remains open at this time. However, in order to protect our visitors and employees and minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), the visitor center, to include the restrooms and the Eastern National bookstore, will be closed starting March 17 until further notice. Visitor activities, including ranger-led programs and activities operated by partners are also suspended until further notice. The parking lots will maintain regular daylight savings time hours and the trails will continue to stay open. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/precautions-in-response-to-covid-19.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/online-digital-pass-sales-available-at-local-national-park-sites.htm Sun, 03 Nov 2019 11:30:00 EST A news release detailing how local National Parks will begin selling online digital passes for entrance. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/online-digital-pass-sales-available-at-local-national-park-sites.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/new-fee-at-kennesaw-mountain-national-battlefield-park-to-fund-critical-park-improvements.htm Wed, 16 Oct 2019 09:47:00 EST New Fee at Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park to Fund Critical Park Improvements. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/new-fee-at-kennesaw-mountain-national-battlefield-park-to-fund-critical-park-improvements.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/eastern-national-mountain-top-trailer.htm Mon, 29 Apr 2019 10:27:00 EST News release detailing the operation of Eastern National Convenience Trailer at top of Kennesaw Mountain https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/eastern-national-mountain-top-trailer.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/upcoming-parking-lot-closures.htm Thu, 04 Apr 2019 05:38:00 EST This is a News Release detailing the upcoming parking lot closures in Kennesaw Mountain NBP https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/upcoming-parking-lot-closures.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/upcoming-parking-lot-closures-starting-10-29-2018.htm Thu, 25 Oct 2018 09:49:00 EST This is a detailed schedule of the upcoming parking lot closures beginning on 10/31/2018. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/upcoming-parking-lot-closures-starting-10-29-2018.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-nbp-grant-funding-news-release.htm Sun, 22 Apr 2018 09:35:00 EST This is a news release detailing a recent grant awarded to Kennesaw Mountain NBP https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-nbp-grant-funding-news-release.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/2018-park-day-news-release.htm Thu, 29 Mar 2018 09:17:00 EST This News Release details the events of Kennesaw Mountain NBP's 2018 Park Day in partnership with the Civil War Trust https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/2018-park-day-news-release.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/parking-lot-closures.htm Fri, 09 Mar 2018 09:13:00 EST News Release detailing the upcoming parking lot closures. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/parking-lot-closures.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/civic-engagement-rescheduled.htm Fri, 08 Sep 2017 05:00:00 EST This is a news release that details the rescheduling of the civic engagement meeting originally to be held on 9/12/2017. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/civic-engagement-rescheduled.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-news-release.htm Tue, 22 Aug 2017 10:50:00 EST An informational press release on upcoming changes to the fee structure of Kennesaw Mountain. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-news-release.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-trail-press-release.htm Sat, 15 Jul 2017 10:08:00 EST This is an informational document on upcoming trails being developed in Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park in conjunction with Cobb County. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-trail-press-release.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/Ringing-Bells-Across-the-Land-A-Nation-Remembers-Appomattox.htm Fri, 03 Apr 2015 10:58:00 EST For the past four years, the National Park Service and many other organizations and individuals have been commemorating the 150th Anniversary of the Civil War and the continuing efforts for human rights today. On April 9, 1865,Union Gen. Ulysses S. Grant met Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee to set the terms of surrender of Lee's Army of Northern Virginia. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/Ringing-Bells-Across-the-Land-A-Nation-Remembers-Appomattox.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/150thpressrelease.htm Tue, 11 Mar 2014 10:42:00 EST The National Park Service Announces details for the 150th Anniversary of the Battle of Kennesaw Mountain Commemorative Programs. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/150thpressrelease.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/battlefield-releases-state-of-the-park-report.htm Mon, 25 Nov 2013 08:09:00 EST This month the Battlefield releases to the public its “State of the Park” report, a comprehensive analysis of the site’s overall condition. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/battlefield-releases-state-of-the-park-report.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-national-battlefield-park-addition-protects-historic-battle-site.htm Wed, 23 Oct 2013 06:01:00 EST A significant site in the Battle for Atlanta has been added to the nation’s most visited Civil War battlefield site, The Trust for Public Land and The National Park Service announced today. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-national-battlefield-park-addition-protects-historic-battle-site.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/tickettoridegrant.htm Wed, 01 May 2013 08:35:00 EST Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park has been selected to receive a 2013 “Ticket to Ride” grant from the National Park Foundation (NPF), the official charity of America’s national parks. The Ticket to Ride program, supported by a $500,000 grant from the Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund, helps students explore the outdoors by providing transportation and program support to national parks around the country. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/tickettoridegrant.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/park-seeks-public-input-on-proposed-shuttle-bus-fee.htm Mon, 04 Mar 2013 07:00:00 EST Park staff is seeking public comment on a proposed fee increase to the shuttle bus operation at Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park. The shuttle bus operates on weekends and takes visitors to the top of the mountain. This service enhances the visitor’s safety and park experience by allowing them to walk or run up the mountain road without the volume of constant vehicular traffic. At this time, the park is proposing a fee increase from $2/adult to $3/adult and from $1/child to $1.50/children ages 6-11, children under the age of 6 would continue to ride for free. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/park-seeks-public-input-on-proposed-shuttle-bus-fee.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/park-day-volunteer-project.htm Mon, 11 Feb 2013 07:00:00 EST On Saturday, April 6, 2013, from 9 am - noon, volunteers are needed to help with rehabilitating sections of the park's environmental trail and Visitor Center picnic area. Those interested need only bring themselves! All tools will be provided, but you may bring gloves if you like. Because of the nature of the work, children should be no younger than 9-10 years old. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/park-day-volunteer-project.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/volunteers-needed-to-plant-trees.htm Fri, 03 Feb 2012 04:11:00 EST Marietta Tree Keepers, The Rotary Club of Marietta & Keep Cobb Beautiful invites volunteers of all ages to help plant 1500 seedling trees at the Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park on Saturday, February 25 at 8:30am. The Piel Field area is being restored to a hardwood forest in order to reflect the area's mid-19th century vegetation cover. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/volunteers-needed-to-plant-trees.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/trail-closure-due-to-bridge-construction.htm Wed, 23 Feb 2011 19:00:00 EST Due to bridge rehabilitation, portions of the fire road trail between Burnt Hickory road and Dallas highway will be closed beginning on March 2, 2011. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/trail-closure-due-to-bridge-construction.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/cwp-trust-park-day-at-kennesaw-mountain.htm Mon, 22 Feb 2010 19:00:00 EST On Saturday, April 10, 2010, Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park is hosting an annual Park Day volunteer activity. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/cwp-trust-park-day-at-kennesaw-mountain.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/new-firearms-law-takes-effect.htm Thu, 18 Feb 2010 19:00:00 EST A change in federal law effective Monday, February 22, allows firearms in many national parks. People who can legally possess firearms under federal and state law can now possess those firearms in the national parks in that state. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/new-firearms-law-takes-effect.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/pbss-popular-history-detectives-series-seeks-historic-items-related-to-national-parks.htm Thu, 05 Feb 2009 19:00:00 EST PBS's Popular History Detectives Series Seeks Historic Items Related to National Parks https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/pbss-popular-history-detectives-series-seeks-historic-items-related-to-national-parks.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-nbp-superintendent-appointed.htm Mon, 05 Jan 2009 19:00:00 EST Regional Director David Vela is pleased to announce the selection of Stanley C. Bond as the superintendent of Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park. Stan will assume his duties on January 5, 2009. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-nbp-superintendent-appointed.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/passport-to-your-national-parks-photo-contest.htm Sun, 07 Sep 2008 20:00:00 EST Each year Eastern National holds a contest for National Park Service employees and Volunteers In Parks to select ten new images for the collectible Passport To Your National Parks® stamp series. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/passport-to-your-national-parks-photo-contest.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-nbp-acquires-key-land.htm Mon, 07 Apr 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-nbp-acquires-key-land.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-trail-club-volunteers-complete-new-bridge.htm Sun, 26 Aug 2007 20:00:00 EST Kennesaw Mountain Trail Club Volunteers Complete New Bridge https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-trail-club-volunteers-complete-new-bridge.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/artists-invited-to-create-white-house-ornament.htm Tue, 26 Jun 2007 20:00:00 EST As a part of the Nation Park Service Centennial Initiative, the White House is inviting each National Park site to submit an ornament that will be hung on the official White House Christmas Tree. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/artists-invited-to-create-white-house-ornament.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/vice-president-dick-cheney-visits-kennesaw-mountain-nbp.htm Tue, 26 Jun 2007 20:00:00 EST Vice President Cheney visited the park as a private citizen to attend a reception for the descendants of the members of the 21st Ohio Volunteer Infantry Regiment. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/vice-president-dick-cheney-visits-kennesaw-mountain-nbp.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/mountain-road-saftey-issue-addressed.htm Wed, 04 Apr 2007 20:00:00 EST Alternative Mountain Road Safety Solutions for for all users. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/mountain-road-saftey-issue-addressed.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/birdwalks-for-spring-2007.htm Thu, 22 Mar 2007 20:00:00 EST Free birdwalks at Kennesaw Mountain NBP for Spring 2007 https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/birdwalks-for-spring-2007.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/john-bell-hood-and-the-battles-for-atlanta.htm Wed, 21 Mar 2007 20:00:00 EST A Monday night lecture on John Bell Hood and the Battles for Atlanta https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/john-bell-hood-and-the-battles-for-atlanta.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/wildflower-walks-2007.htm Wed, 21 Mar 2007 20:00:00 EST Wildflower walks for 2007 at Kennesaw Mountain NBP. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/wildflower-walks-2007.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/2007-spring-and-summer-program-schedule.htm Tue, 06 Mar 2007 19:00:00 EST Kennesaw Mountain NBP 2007 Spring and Summer Interpretive Schedule https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/2007-spring-and-summer-program-schedule.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/2007-battle-anniversary-essay-competition.htm Thu, 01 Mar 2007 19:00:00 EST 2007 Kennesaw Mountain NBP Battle Anniversary Essay Competition https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/2007-battle-anniversary-essay-competition.htm https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-trail-club-trail-workday.htm Fri, 07 Apr 2006 20:00:00 EST Details on the Kennesaw Mountain Club's monthly workday in the park. https://www.nps.gov/kemo/learn/news/kennesaw-mountain-trail-club-trail-workday.htm