Plan Your Visit The Battle of Bentonville, fought March 19-21, 1865, was the last full-scale action of the Civil War in which a Confederate army was able to mount a tactical offensive. This major battle, the largest ever fought in North Carolina, was the only significant attempt to defeat the large Union army of Gen. William T. Sherman during its march through the Carolinas in the spring of 1865. Hours and Location Tuesday – Saturday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Closed Sunday, Monday, and most major holidays 5466 Harper House Rd Four Oaks, NC 27524 Admission Admission is free Donations are appreciated Guided Tours Guided tours of the Harper House leave from the Visitor Center at 10:00am, 12:00pm, 2:00pm, and 4:00pm. Tickets can be purchased in the Visitor Center and cost $2 for adults and $1 for children (12 and under) and seniors (55+). We ask that groups of more than 10 make reservations in advance. Group Resvervations Facilities Historic Structures The Harper House (ca. 1855) is furnished as a Civil War field hospital. The site also includes a reconstructed kitchen and enslaved dwelling. Visitor Center The visitor center features a 15-minute audiovisual program explaining the events leading up to the Battle of Bentonville. The center also displays artifacts from the battlefield and maps of troop movement during the three days of fighting. Trails, Monuments, Outdoor Exhibits Features include a a 10-mile self-guided driving tour and 5 miles of walking trails winding through trenches and fields over which the battle occurred. Also located on the site is the Harper family cemetery, a Confederate cemetery, and monument area. Handicapped Accessibility The visitor center is fully accessible. The Harper House and outbuildings have steps and are accessible with assistance. Picnic Facilities Tables are available on the grounds. Gift Shop A gift shop is located in the visitor center with items related to Bentonville and the Civil War. Programs, Group Activities Special events are scheduled near the anniversary of the battle in March. Living history programs and other special events occur throughout the year. Files bentonville.pdf PDF • 3.49 MB - August 29, 2018 brentonville-battlefield_tour_map.pdf PDF • 1.38 MB - August 29, 2018
Plan Your Visit The Battle of Bentonville, fought March 19-21, 1865, was the last full-scale action of the Civil War in which a Confederate army was able to mount a tactical offensive. This major battle, the largest ever fought in North Carolina, was the only significant attempt to defeat the large Union army of Gen. William T. Sherman during its march through the Carolinas in the spring of 1865. Hours and Location Tuesday – Saturday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Closed Sunday, Monday, and most major holidays 5466 Harper House Rd Four Oaks, NC 27524 Admission Admission is free Donations are appreciated Guided Tours Guided tours of the Harper House leave from the Visitor Center at 10:00am, 12:00pm, 2:00pm, and 4:00pm. Tickets can be purchased in the Visitor Center and cost $2 for adults and $1 for children (12 and under) and seniors (55+). We ask that groups of more than 10 make reservations in advance. Group Resvervations Facilities Historic Structures The Harper House (ca. 1855) is furnished as a Civil War field hospital. The site also includes a reconstructed kitchen and enslaved dwelling. Visitor Center The visitor center features a 15-minute audiovisual program explaining the events leading up to the Battle of Bentonville. The center also displays artifacts from the battlefield and maps of troop movement during the three days of fighting. Trails, Monuments, Outdoor Exhibits Features include a a 10-mile self-guided driving tour and 5 miles of walking trails winding through trenches and fields over which the battle occurred. Also located on the site is the Harper family cemetery, a Confederate cemetery, and monument area. Handicapped Accessibility The visitor center is fully accessible. The Harper House and outbuildings have steps and are accessible with assistance. Picnic Facilities Tables are available on the grounds. Gift Shop A gift shop is located in the visitor center with items related to Bentonville and the Civil War. Programs, Group Activities Special events are scheduled near the anniversary of the battle in March. Living history programs and other special events occur throughout the year. Files bentonville.pdf PDF • 3.49 MB - August 29, 2018 brentonville-battlefield_tour_map.pdf PDF • 1.38 MB - August 29, 2018
