A park ranger points to a battle map as a crowd surrounds her.

Investigating Chancellorsville

Fredericksburg & Spotsylvania National Military Park

  • Every week on Sunday and Saturday at 10:30 AM and 2:00 PM from April 25, 2026 to May 31, 2026
  • Free

Why did the US and the Confederate armies clash in May of 1863 and why does it matter? Join park staff to learn about the Chancellorsville Campaign and dive into some of the big questions surrounding this contested battle.

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

Meet for the program at the battle painting in front of the Chancellorsville Battlefield Visitor Center (9001 Plank Road, Spotsylvania, VA 22553).

Latitude and Longitude 38.311360, -77.650010

Schedule

Days:

Every week on Sunday and Saturday

Dates:

April 25, 2026 to May 31, 2026

Time:

10:30 AM, 2:00 PM

Duration:

45 minutes

30-45 minute talk

Event Type

  • Talk
Tags: civil war, ranger program, battle of chancellorsville