Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, Wilderness, and Spotsylvania, this is America's battleground, where the Civil War roared to its bloody climax. No place more vividly reflects the War's tragic cost in all its forms. A town bombarded and looted. Farms large and small ruined. Refugees by the thousands forced into the countryside. More than 85,000 men wounded; 15,000 killed--most in graves unknown.
Fairview in the Winter
Fairview, in the Chancellorsville Battlefield, was the location of intense fighting during the Civil War.
Fredericksburg National Cemetery
Thousands of visitors join us every year for our Memorial Day Illumination of the National Cemetery
Innis House along the Sunken Road
The Sunken Road on the Fredericksburg Battlefield is one of the most popular walking spots in the park.
Chatham in the Fall
When visiting Fredericksburg & Spotsylvania, be sure to explore our numerous historic structures, such as Chatham Manor pictured here
Saunders Field in Spring
The Overland Campaign began at Saunders Field on the Wilderness Battlefield.
Bloody Angle in the Fall
The Bloody Angle in the Spotsylvania Battlefield is a peaceful place today.
Living History on Marye's Heights
During the summer, visitors may encounter park living historians and learn about soldiers' experiences during the war.
Orientation at the Chancellorsville Battlefield Visitor Center
Make one of our visitor centers your first stop for orientation, maps, and exhibits about the battles we protect.
