Last updated: June 6, 2025
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Programs at Fredericksburg & Spotsylvania NMP
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Summer 2025 Programs
June 9, 2025 - August 3, 2025
Fredericksburg Battlefield Visitor Center
1013 Lafayette Boulevard, Fredericksburg, VA.
- Innis House Open; Daily, 9 am-11 am, drop-in
- Step inside one of the few remaining structures on the battlefield and talk to park staff about how the battle impacted the lives of people caught in the crossfire.
- Sunken Road Walking Tours; Daily, 10:30 am & 2 pm, 45 minutes Meet at the battle painting outside the Fredericksburg Battlefield Visitor Center.
- Why did the Battle of Fredericksburg happen in December 1862? Join a guided tour of the one of the most iconic and recognized battlefield landmarks of the war. This walking tour will cover no more than 0.5 mile over mostly flat terrain.
Chatham
120 Chatham Lane, Fredericksburg, VA.
- Sparking Freedom at Chatham Walking Tour; Daily, 2 pm, 45 minutes. Meet at the Chatham garden-side entrance.
- Resistance to enslavement took many forms at Chatham. Discover stories of this resistance and learn about the people whose actions challenged oppression. This walking tour of the Chatham grounds will cover around 0.25 mile over mostly flat terrain and may include some steps.
Chancellorsville Battlefield Visitor Center
9001 Plank Road, Spotsylvania, VA.
- Investigating Chancellorsville; Daily, 10:30 am & 2 pm, 45 minutes. Meet at the battle painting outside the Chancellorsville Battlefield Visitor Center.
- 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.
- Reading with a Ranger; Every other Tuesday (6/10, 6/24, 7/8, 7/22), 10 am, 30 minutes, recommended ages 4-8. Meet outside the Chancellorsville Battlefield Visitor Center.
- Join park staff for a themed storytime and craft activity.
Spotsylvania Court House Battlefield
9550 West Grant Drive, Spotsylvania, VA.
- Spotsylvania History Hikes; Every other Saturday (6/14, 6/28, 7/12, 7/26 ), 10 am, 90 minutes, up to 3 miles hiking. Meet at the Bloody Angle parking area (Tour Stop #3 on the Spotsylvania Battlefield).
- Join park staff at the Bloody Angle on these Saturday morning hikes to explore the landscape of the Spotsylvania Court House Battlefield.
Civil War Book Group
The Civil War Book Group meets on the first Wednesdays of the month from 6 pm-7 pm at the Fredericksburg Library Branch. Learn more about the Civil War Book Group.
We host programming and special events that range from seasonal programs like our History at Sunset talks, annual events like the Fredericksburg National Cemetery Luminaria, commemorations of battle anniversaries, and special living history programming. Learn more about special events at Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park.
Details
Activity
Guided Tours
Pets Allowed
Yes
Well behaved pets are welcome on most park programs. Pets are not allowed inside park buildings or in the Fredericksburg National Cemetery.
Activity Fee
No
Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park is a fee-free park.
Reservations
No
Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
During the summer season programs occur daily, with occasional special programs and events on the weekends. During the spring and fall, programs are typically offered during the weekends, when staffing allows. The park generally offers very little programming in the winter.
Learn more about building hours at the Operating Hours & Seasons page.
Learn more about building hours at the Operating Hours & Seasons page.
Time of Day
Day
Most programs occur within a 9 am-5 pm period, though some special events may happen in the evening.
Accessibility Information
Check the individual program descriptions for expectations regarding physical accessibilty.
Assistive listening devices are available upon request (if you need this accomodation and could let us know a day in advance we would greatly appreciate it).
We strive to make our programs as enjoying and fullfilling for as many people as possible. If you or a member of your party requires any accomodations or has any concerns, feel free to contact the park and we will do our best to meet your needs.
Assistive listening devices are available upon request (if you need this accomodation and could let us know a day in advance we would greatly appreciate it).
We strive to make our programs as enjoying and fullfilling for as many people as possible. If you or a member of your party requires any accomodations or has any concerns, feel free to contact the park and we will do our best to meet your needs.