A man sitting on a bench in a cemetery.

Beyond the Headstones: A History of Poplar Grove National Cemetery

Petersburg National Battlefield

  • May 24, 2025 at 2:30 PM
  • Free

Join a Park Ranger to explore how a quiet place once known as Flower’s Farm became Poplar Grove National Cemetery, the final resting place for more than 6,000 soldiers. This program includes a walking tour through the cemetery and the stories of the individuals whose lives and deaths shaped a nation.

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Schedule

Date:

May 24, 2025

Time:

2:30 PM

Duration:

1 hour
Tags: park ranger program, poplar grove national cemetery, national cemetery, american civil war, petersburg campaign, petersburg national battlefield