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Manassas National Battlefield Park
Things To Do
Ranger Jim Burgess leading a tour along Ricketts' Battery.
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Ranger Jim Burgess leading a First Manassas tour.

 If you have 1-2 hours to visit:

  • Explore the museum and see displays of civil war era uniforms, weapons and field gear.
  • Play with the electronic battle map for a quick overview of field strategy and tactics.
  • See the park orientation film Manassas: End of Innocence which is shown on the hour in the Visitors Center theatre (Admission fee required).
  • Browse the bookstore.
  • Take the self-guided 1 mile Henry Hill Loop Trail.
  • Get your picture taken at the Jackson statue.


If you have more time, try one of the following:

  • Buy an audio CD and follow the Second Manassas driving tour.
  • Join a Park Ranger for a guided hike.
  • Take a self-guided hike on one of the many interpretive loop trails: Stone Bridge, Matthews Hill, Brawner Farm, Deep Cut, Unfinished Railroad or Chinn Ridge.
James K. Polk, 11th President: 1845-1849  

Did You Know?
The first president to have his inauguration reported by telegraph. There was 4,801 words in James Polk's speech. It was also the first Inauguration to appear in a newspaper illustration (Illustrated London News).

Last Updated: July 11, 2008 at 19:21 EST