Richmond National Battlefield Park

The Richmond National Battlefield Park located in the city of the same name highlights the activities of the civil war. Richmond was considered a key city to capture and the Richmond National Battlefield Park illustrates the various campaigns over 5 years to that end. The National Park Service manages the park and a fee is charged to visit the site. Excellent interpretive services are available along with walking trails throughout the area. The NPS also puts on several special events throughout the summer season, be sure to call to see what is coming up. The Richmond National Battlefield Park is located 100 miles South of Washington DC.