Several monumnets arranged in a grassy area, creating a peaceful and reflective atmosphere.

Stories in Stone: Monuments at Battleground National Cemetery

Civil War Defenses of Washington

  • Mar 7, 2026 at 1:30 PM and 3:00 PM
  • Free

Join a National Park Service ranger for a guided walk-through Battleground National Cemetery to explore Civil War monuments, their symbols, and the stories they were built to preserve. Discover how art, memory, and history come together in this quiet landscape where Washington, DC’s past is written in stone. As a part of the Freedom 250 commemoration, this program invites visitors to reflect on sacrifice, citizenship, and the enduring power of public memory.

Please note that parking is limited to public streets.

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

Battleground National Cemetery is located at 6625 Georgia Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20012

Latitude and Longitude 38.970736, -77.026885

Schedule

Date:

Mar 7, 2026

Time:

1:30 PM, 3:00 PM

Duration:

1 hour

Contact Information

Bryan Cheeseboro
202-604-1673
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Event Type

  • Talk
Tags: freedom 250, american civil war, national cemetery, battleground national cemetery, battle of fort stevens