What Is Manassas National Battlefield Park?
Manassas National Battlefield Park was the site of two critical battles of the American Civil War, both bringing surprising Confederate victories!
What Makes It Beautiful?
(This page focuses on the national park’s beauty. Go here for the history!)
It’s hauntingly beautiful to set foot on a battlefield as the early morning sun struggles to push through the thick mist! The golden grass sways gently in the breeze, and the dew-covered spider webs bob like jeweled nets in the morning light! This is especially true on Henry Hill, where the cannons are still lined up, and monuments to fallen soldiers stand out eerily in the fog, where one expects to see shadowy ghosts materializing from the whiteness! It’s no wonder that, in the Battle of First Manassas (Bull Run), civilians from the North brought picnic lunches to watch what they assumed to be a silly skirmish. I wouldn’t have minded bringing a picnic lunch myself if it weren’t so spooky!
What is most beautiful here is the mourning stillness for those who perished in the two major battles fought across these hills. The Confederate victories at both battles of Manassas still teach a valuable lesson to us all: never underestimate your opponent!
How Can I #HelpTheHelpers?
- Volunteer at Manassas National Battlefield Park!
- Donate to Manassas National Battlefield Park!
- Be a responsible visitor! Remember the old adages: Pack out what you pack in! Take nothing but pictures and leave nothing but footprints!
How Do I Get There?
The visitor center is located at the following address:
6511 Sudley Road
Manassas, VA 20109
(Take Me There!)
When Should I Visit the Park?
The park is open every day from dawn until dusk, and the visitor centers are normally open from 9:00 AM until 5:00 PM! I would suggest visiting in the late summer or fall when the weather is warm and you can experience the battlefield in the mist!
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