News Release

Meanings of Monuments Bike Ride

A Park Ranger Leading a Bicycle Tour

NPS Photo/Mekow

News Release Date: July 11, 2021

Contact: Chris Mekow, 7316895696

On Saturday, July 24, Shiloh will present the “Meaning of Monuments (Confederate)” bicycle tour of the battlefield. This ranger led tour will explore the effort of those who placed monuments at Shiloh in order that the soldiers who fought here would never be forgotten. The tour will also discuss the significance of location for monumentation.

The tour will be about six miles in length over moderate terrain. Participants must provide their own bicycles and anyone 16 and under must wear a helmet. Sunscreen, insect repellent, and water are also recommended.

The tour will begin at the park visitor center at 10:00 am and last until noon. All but one of the monuments are located next to the roadway. Riders will walk their bicycles to the monument located off the paved surface. 

Participants must register in advance by calling the Shiloh visitor center at 731-689-5696.