Fredericksburg & Spotsylvania National Military Park
The Fredericksburg & Spotsylvania National Military Park in Fredericksburg commemorates the Battle of Fredericksburg, Battle of Chancellorsville, Battle of Wilderness, and Battle of Spotsylvania, where tens of thousands of men were wounded and killed. Visitors can learn about these battles through video presentations and information displays.
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Fredericksburg & Spotsylvania National Military Park
120 Chatham Lane
Fredericksburg, VA 22405-2508
United States
120 Chatham Lane
Fredericksburg, VA 22405-2508
United States
Phone 1 (540) 373-6122
Fax 1 (540) 371-1907
Hours
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Related Attractions
Chatham
Chatham Manor, part of Fredericksburg & Spotsylvania National Military Park, was built by William Fitzhugh in the 1770s. Fitzhugh lived in the house and entertained many famous guests including Robert E. Lee and George Washington.
The history of Chatham Manor is explained and visitors can enter some of the rooms, which contain exhibits.
The history of Chatham Manor is explained and visitors can enter some of the rooms, which contain exhibits.
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 |
| Close | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 |
Stonewall Jackson Shrine
The Stonewall Jackson Shrine located in Fredericksburg and is where the fatally wounded Stonewall Jackson died. The outbuilding has been restored and maintained over the years and appears much as it did the afternoon he died in 1863. The building is open irregular hours so it is important to call first before undertaking your visit.
Visitor Centers
The Fredericksburg & Spotsylvania National Military Park Visitors Centers show video presentations on the battles fought here. They also offer other information on the park.
Wilderness, Virginia
(Near Fredericksburg)
The battle of Wilderness was once the sight of some of the bloodiest fighting in the US Civil War. Now remembered along with Spotsylvania, Chancellorville, and Fredericksburg, Wilderness was part of the area where over 85,000 men were wounded and 15,000 killed. Today a 5-mile driving tour and walking trails provide insight into the fierce battle that took place on May 5th & 6th, 1864.
